Essex Free Press - September 26, 2019

www.essexfreepress.com

Proudly serving the community of Essex and surrounding areas.

Vol. 139

A LOOK INSIDE ECFA holds ag-related debate with federal election candidates PAGE 3 _______________ NDP party leader announces Pharmacare program in Essex PAGE 6 _______________ 2019 Fall Home Improvement

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Lets go fly a kite - Local families enjoy first annual Kite Fest -

PAGES 9 - 15 _______________ 73’s kick-off season with close loss to Lakeshore PAGE 23 _______________ Council cuts ribbon to unveil new Townsview playground PAGE 24 _______________

Looking For A Good Home

“GEMINI” See Page 5 for adoption info.

Issue No. 38

by Sylene Argent A gentle breeze and clear skies on Saturday afternoon provided the perfect weather for the Town of Essex’s Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Committee to host its first Essex Kite Festival at the Heritage Gardens Park.

Some of the event attendees opted to fly the free kite provided at the three-hour event, while others brought along their own impressive and colourful aerial devices to show off. Youth giggled with excitement as they ran across the open field, dodging one another, to get enough speed to get their kite to lift off the ground. Parents cheered on their youth as their kites soared across the mid-day sky, and also lent-a-hand to untangle snags.

In addition to flying a kite, and enjoying free popcorn, there were a variety of activities, including fun contests and games available to participate in.

Members of Essex Fire & Rescue, along with firetrucks and safety equipment, were also onsite during the event. The local firefighters used the opportunity to reach many families so they could relay their messages of fire prevention and safety, in addition to the importance of having an escape plan if an emergency was to ever occur.

Youth enjoyed trying on firefighter equipment and touring the firetruck parked on site.

2 I Community Essex Free Press

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

Open house shows support for Mason Appleyard - the Belle River grad has autism and was recently diagnosed with MDS -

by Garrett Fodor On Saturday, Belle River District High School (BRDHS), Abode Respite, and friends of Mason Appleyard came together to host a fundraiser to support the 21-yearold who has autism and was recently diagnosed with Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

The proceeds of

the fundraiser will be forwarded to Applewood and his family to help cover travel costs, housing, and other expenses, as he undergoes treatment.

In June, Appleyard became sick and underwent several tests over a course of sixweeks, including two bone marrow biopsies. He will now have to make frequent trips to Hamilton in order to receive chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant.

According to Cancer. ca, MDS are a group of diseases in which the bone marrow does not make enough healthy mature blood cells. The immature blood cells, called blasts, do not work properly.

They build up in the bone marrow and blood. As a result, there are fewer healthy red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

The “Open House for Mason” event featured a car wash, barbecue, silent

A slideshow of the man of the event, Mason Appleyard, who has autism and is battling MDS.

Volunteers of all ages help to raise money for Mason Appleyard as he fights MDS.

Continued on Page 5

PRICES IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 TO THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3

Order Now For

SUPER DEAL

400g each

Made In-Store

Country Sausage

$ 99

Reg. $3.79 lb

Frozen • Oven Ready

Roast Beef Dinner

$

8

Available after 11am.

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

ea Reg. $9.99

Made In-Store • Oven Ready

Deluxe 4 Topping

Pizza $ Reg. $8.49

Lamb

Lamb Chops Rack of Lamb Lamb Roast

Made In-Store • Microwaveable

ea

lb

12

lb

$ 00

4

off/ pkg while supplies last

Reg. $4.99

Schinkels’ Legacy

$ 99 Football Hams

Reg. $14.99 lb

Hashbrown Casserole Small 8-9 lb • Frozen

99

6

Haddock Strips Frozen • Essex County

99

1 $

Southern Style Hot & Ready

Turkey Turkey Breast Turducken Capons Ham

$ 49

4

Frozen Seasoned Fries

400g each

3

lb

Football Steaks ....................... $4.99 lb

Black Forest $

29

5

Hams lb Deli-Sliced or Steaks........... $6.29 lb Bone-In • Honey Glazed

Spiral Sliced $

Hams

49

5 $ 49 6

Turducken Deli $ 99 Boneless • Pre-Sliced Potato 2 lb Honey Glazed $ ea Wedges Reg. $3.39 Hams

69

99

lb

lb

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Essex Free Press

ECFA holds ag-related debate with federal election candidates -Lewis exits the debate after the first question due to pain incurred at recent fall at family farmevery acre, which may

by Sylene Argent not always result in a Ahead of the good yield.

October 21 election Ramsey said since day, representatives being elected during of the Essex County the last election, she Federation of has fought beside Agriculture (ECFA) farmers on a variety asked candidates of issues. She said too vying to fill the Essex many family farms Riding seat at the have disappeared.

House of Commons Whether its CETA, to be open and frank TPP, or the new last Thursday evening NAFTA, farmers have as they participated in been thrown under the two-hour debate at the bus, she said.

Essex County Civic With farming and Education Centre.

Lyle Hall, President of the Essex County Federation of Agriculture (centre), welcomed four area hopefuls who are vying being a global The meet the candidates night to represent the Essex Riding in Ottawa after the October 21 competition now, and offered area farmers election – Audrey Festeryga (Liberal), Bill Capes (PPC), incumbent with trade disputes an opportunity to Tracey Ramsey (NDP), and Chris Lewis (Conservative) before the going on that are out agriculture-themed debate took place at the Essex Civic and of Canada’s hands, ask questions of the Education Centre last Thursday evening. the candidates were candidates in attendance asked what they and hear what they had to say on a variety of farming-related topics, including would do to help farmers if elected.

Capes noted the PPC does not support supply climate change, supply management, trade, access to broadband internet in rural areas, government support, management as the party wishes to keep the government out of farmers’ lives. He said the PPC would phaseand food quality.

ECFA welcomed four area hopefuls vying to out supply management and promote inter-provincial represent the Essex Riding in Ottawa– Audrey Festeryga trade and open up trade markets.

Festeryga said the Liberals strongly support supply (Liberal), Bill Capes (PPC), incumbent Tracey Ramsey (NDP), and Chris Lewis (Conservative) – to the event. management as it is a Liberal-implemented system.

Capes said the complexities of managing a modern She said her party recognizes the importance of farm is changing, he said he would not pretend to farming to the economy and that the dairy industry understand those issues fully, but is not without farm provides thousands of jobs across the nation. She said experience as he used to work on an uncle’s farm the Liberals announced compensation to dairy farmers over the next eight-years and has lowered the small during the summer months.

Festeryga said being a farmer is a big part of who business tax.

Conservatives, Lewis said, always understand the she is, noting every single issue Canada faces impacts farming in some way. She said farmers do not want the importance of Canada’s supply management sector.

He said it is necessary to put the interest of family short or easy way out.

Lewis said he grew up on a family farm. He said he understands the difference between a crop yield Continued on Page 6 cheque and insurance cheque. He said he understands the blood, sweat, hours, and tears farmers put into

News I 3

4 I Opinion Essex Free Press

Editorial &Opinion

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• Election time is here

Serving Essex and the surrounding communities since 1896.

Published Thursdays as an independent weekly newspaper, owned and operated by The Essex Voice Limited.

A London Publishing Corporation Publication OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

OUR STAFF Sandy Kennedy / Andrew Beaudoin - Office Jessica Azar - Graphic Design / Social Media / Production Lana Warwick - Graphic Design Greg Belchuk - Advertising Sales Manager Sylene Argent - Editor/News Reporter Shelley Beaudoin - Graphic Design / Production

CIRCULATION The Essex Free Press is an audited publication with controlled circulation of 10,000.

DELIVERY Delivery concerns can be addressed by contacting our office during regular office hours at 519-776-4268

ARCHIVES The Essex Free Press has been digitized from 1895 to 1968 and is fully searchable at http://ink.ourontario.ca.

OPINION & COMMENT

Well, the federal election is underway and I’m sure many have an idea of which candidate will get their support. There is plenty of time, however, to do some research to determine which of the party platforms makes sense to you or which candidate seems best to represent your values or beliefs.

Election time is always interesting.

This is where people can get pretty passionate about their opinions and really get vocal about their likes and dislikes, which can be a good or not-so-good thing, depending on the situation.

It seems we have this cycle in Canada, where the majority votes Liberal, then people get mad. So, at the next election, people vote Conservative, then people get mad.

And so on. I’m not saying people should vote for the other parties,

or for either of these two, I’m just calling it as I see it.

To me, I, in most cases, prefer a minority government. That way, the two leading parties have to work together, negotiate, and collaborate before anything is passed. Though it may take longer for legislation to get done, at least another party has had some input, which I would hope leads to a better-balanced solution because more opinions, from different sides of the political spectrum, were considered in its development.

We live in an interesting time.

I seriously am bewildered at some of the things people say and do sometimes. Everyone is quick to judge, which is sometimes ok.

Sometimes, however, we need to thoroughly consider and examine the news brought forward via news outlets or political parties’

social media pages, etc. Sometimes propaganda is just that. Sometimes we have a very serious issue that is being marginalized. It is sometimes really difficult to tell the difference.

I do hope everyone considers their options wisely this election and takes advantage of their right to submit their opinion inside the ballot box.

Our veterans fought for the right for us to do so, and even if we feel like our input does not make a difference, you just never know until you give it a try.

I am looking forward to learning more about each party, their leaders, and their platform highlights leading up to October 21.

The opinions expressed on these pages are those of their original authors and do not necessarily represent the opinion of the Essex Free Press, its Editor or Publisher.

LETTER POLICY The Essex Free Press welcomes letters to the editor on topics of interest to our readers. Letters should be typed or neatly handwritten and present the issues as clearly as possible in 300 words or less. We reserve the right to edit for length, grammar, and legal considerations. All letters must contain the name, address, and daytime phone number of the writer for verification purposes. Anonymous letters will not be considered for publication. If you have a legitimate concern and cannot sign your name to a letter, please contact the editor to discuss alternative means of handling the issue.

ADVERTISING Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of an error, the portion of the ad occupied by the error, will not be charged for, but the balance will be paid at the usual rate. It is the responsibility of the advertiser to check an ad on first publication, and the publisher accepts no responsibility for errors in multiple insertions. The Essex Free Press reserves the right to reject or edit any advertisement likely to offend community standards.

Display Advertising Deadline: Friday at 2:00 pm

COPYRIGHT The entire contents of The Essex Free Press and its website, including but not limited to layout composition, artwork, news copy, editorial copy and photographs, are protected by copyright. No portion there of is to be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means without the specific permission of the publisher.

The Essex Free Press

Office: 16 Centre St. Essex, Ontario Mail to: P.O. Box 115 Essex, Ontario N8M 2Y1

Phone: 519.776.4268 Fax: 519.776.4014

email: contact@essexfreepress.com

www.essexfreepress.com

Commentary - OFA

Agriculture needs key role in federal GHG offset system

By Drew Spoelstra, Executive Member, Ontario Federation of Agriculture

As the federal government moves forward with plans for an offset system to address greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, OFA continues to advocate for the positive role agriculture has in addressing climate change. The recent release of the government’s proposed emissions pricing system – that includes the use of carbon offset credits – brings to light the work that OFA has long been focused on to show the positive contributions agriculture makes in reducing greenhouse gases.

In a carbon offset system, carbon credits are generated when a project or action reduces greenhouse gas emissions more than if the project had not occurred.

Those credits can be sold to other industries to “offset” their excess greenhouse gas emissions.

In this type of system, it’s critical to identify and recognize the industries or activities that generate carbon credits. Agriculture falls in this camp. That’s why OFA supports the concept of issuing carbon offset credits for farming activities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions beyond business-as-usual.

It’s also why the agriculture industry needs to be a key player in developing a simple, efficient offset system that provides financial incentives to farmers. Agriculture represents the largest group of private landowners in the province with a tremendous potential to provide offsets to regulated sectors. But offset credits from the ag sector will take time to plan, develop, execute, and verify, and we need realistic timelines with adequate time for farmers to fully participate.

OFA recently provided input to Environment and Climate Change Canada on its discussion paper Carbon Pollution Pricing: Options for a Federal GHG Offset System.

We are requesting that the key elements of an offset system be developed by people who understand the carbon offsets that agriculture can generate. Ontario farmers, and many companies along the agri-food value chain, have long been leaders in looking for new technologies and techniques to gain efficiencies on the farm. Many of these initiatives also come with the added benefit of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and our industry’s overall impact on the environment.

On-farm stewardship activities have been generating carbon offsets for many years, and any new offset system should be retroactive to include credits for early actions from the agriculture sector.

OFA is confident that a new carbon offset system can provide a necessary bridge for industries to make a costeffective transition to cleaner activities – and provide new opportunities for agriculture to be recognized for its continued role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

We’ll be working to ensure the federal government’s design of a carbon offset system allows for the greatest participation by Ontario farmers. Please read OFA’s full submission to Environment and Climate Change Canada at ofa.on.ca, click on Resources then Submissions and Correspondence.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

News / Community I 5

Essex Free Press

ECFA holds ag-related debate... farms first.

Lewis then announced he was in pain and would have to leave the debate.

He said he would answer the remaining questions and supply the answers to area newspapers. He apologized for having to leave. Ramsey offered to reschedule the debate if Lewis was not feeling up to par, but he insisted the event continue.

Ramsey said farmers have been challenged across the board because of cuts. The NDP, she said, believes a better deal is available in terms of the new NAFTA. The

Continued from Page 3

threat really does exist from the US market.

She said farmers have come to the government noting they want supply management. The blue cow product symbol means something to Canadians as it indicates the milk was produced close to home, she said.

On the topic of climate change, Ramsey sees farmers as climatologists with the work they are doing and it is a serious issue. She said fossil fuel subsidies to big oil needs to stop and they should not get away with polluting. Young people

want action on climate, she said.

Festeryga said climate change is a profound threat to the economy.

There is no excuse in 2019 not to have a plan.

The Liberal plan includes 50 measures that were developed by Canadians.

Progress has been made, but much still needs to be done, she said.

The PPC, Capes said, does not agree there is a climate emergency.

The party does support environmental suitability and climate impact mitigation efforts. He said the PPC would pull out of the Paris Accord.

“We are not willing to destroy our economy for a minor gain that Canada can contribute to the problem,” he said, adding provincial action will be allowed.

Open house shows support for Mason Appleyard...

Continued from Page 2

auctions, bake sale, and painting sessions as Appleyard is passionate about art. It also featured a slideshow of photos from Appleyard’s time at BRDHS. Sue Sovran is a special education teacher at BRDHS who worked with Appleyard through to his graduation in 2018. Sovran said Appleyard made an impact on many students’ lives at the high school, so it is only fitting they are supporting him when he needs it.

“Mason stole a piece of my heart. He is one of the most kind, caring, generous, and helpful students I have ever known, he wanted to be a part of everything and was true Noble,” Sovran said.

“Throughout the summer months, we started trying to solicit a lot of donations from community partners. Then [when] school began, we started to get our leadership and student council involved and started rounding up our volunteers. Our Noble students have been raising money and awareness for a while.”

To his friends and peers, Appleyard refers to

himself as “The Super Human” and has maintained that mantra as he journeys back-and-forth to Hamilton to undergo treatment under the care of doctors.

And the “Super Human” was a theme prevalent throughout Saturday’s event, which included photos of Appleyard wearing his superhero shirts.

Sovran said the turnout and support that they received for Appleyard was incredible and she is grateful to the community for their support.

For those wishing to learn more about Mason, or make a donation, visit https://ca.gofundme.com/f/help-masonappleyard-fight-mds

Pet Of The Week: Gemini Gemini has a wonderfully charming personality. You may think he’s big, but he prefers to think of himself as fluffy. Under all that fluff is a great big heart with lots and lots of love to share with whomever is lucky enough to bring him home. He loves being pet and brushed, which is good because that big plume of a tail will need regular brushing (along with the rest of him).

He plays gently with his toys and will be your soulmate in no time.

This pet comes with 6 weeks of pre-paid pet health insurance. For more information, visit www.ospcainsurance.ca or call 1-866-600-2445.

Visit the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter to visit at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph: 519-966-5751. The adoption center is open everyday at 11am.

390 Talbot St. N. Essex, Ontario, N8M 2W4

SALES & LEASING PHONE: 519-776-6447 www.kenknappford.com

224 Talbot St. N., Essex 458 TALBOT RD. N., ESSEX, ON 5197765287 www.countrysidechrysler.com

519-776-4222 www.countychevroletessex.com

6 I News Essex Free Press

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

NDP party leader announces Pharmacare program in Essex - also discusses immigration, brownface incident, and Bill 21 by Sylene Argent Surrounded by supporters last Friday morning in front of incumbent Tracey Ramsey’s campaign office in Essex, NDP party leader Jagmeet Singh announced a national Pharmacare plan as part of his party platform ahead of the October 21 election.

Singh said the visit to Essex was to talk about something he believes is near and dear to Canadians. “We are all very proud of our healthcare system, but we know more and more it is getting harder to get the services we need.

Now, here in Essex and in Windsor, it is something

people talk about often, the fact that when their loved-ones are sick, they are worried about the care that they get.”

He said Liberal and Conservative governments “have consistently chosen to help those at the very top and make their lives easier and it has made it harder for everyone else, and people have paid the price.”

Specifically, Singh wanted to talk about the cost of medication. The Liberal government, he said, has promised a national, universal Pharmacare since 1997.

“They promise it year, after year, after year. And, they keep on breaking the promise.”

Singh said he wonders why Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau continues the tradition of broken promises. In 2015, he said Trudeau campaigned on a simple change that would drop the cost of medication up to 20-percent by changing the list of countries that Canada compares to in setting prices. Four-years later, he failed to deliver,

he claimed.

In four years, Singh said, Trudeau has met with big pharma and insurance company lobbyists over 850 times.

If elected, Singh said New Democrats will ensure “everyone in our country has access to the medication they need. If you need medication in our country, you should use your health card, not your credit card.”

Area resident Theresa Hayes shared her story of the impact of not having benefits. She said she worked at a plant for twenty-years and it closed.

She lost her benefits then, and her blood pressure and anxiety meds were no longer covered. She has found part-time work since, with no benefits.

She said she currently works for minimum wage

and her medications cost around $300 per month.

She said she has to live with her parents, and tries to contribute when she said.

She believes the NDP Pharmacare plan will work for her and others.

Singh said Hayes

Continued on Page 7

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

News I 7

Essex Free Press

NDP party leader announces Pharmacare program in Essex... described a story that is true for so many Canadians.

Every province, he said, spends money purchasing medication. For example, he noted, if one goes to the hospital, the majority of medication would be covered. What the NDP is proposing, is to sit with each province to note in addition to the amount it is spending, the federal government would add funding. Instead of buying meds for just those in hospital, the buying power for 37million Canadians, everyone would be covered, he said, which would include negotiating

with bulk buying to lower costs.

Singh spoke of other issues at the event. One of which included Trudeau’s brownface/blackface incident. He said he wanted to put the focus on those who are impacted.

There are Canadians who saw the images of the Liberal leader “essentially mocking their reality and they are hurting.” He said that behaviour is also seeded in policies, referencing the incident earlier this year where Trudeau “mocked the indigenous community activists demanding justice for

Voice Of Inspiration “Those who pray for your downfall are concentrating negative thoughts towards you, without taking cognisance of the slippery ground in which they are standing, which could lead to their downfall.” ~ Michael Bassey Johnson

their community that was poisoned by mercury.”

Singh claimed he has been at events where people have attacked him “with aggressive and Islamophobic slurs.” He said in those instances, some people may have said it would have been okay to mock that person, be he never did because he doesn’t believe in it.

Bill 21 - The Quebec ban on religious symbols, Singh said, is wrong and divisive. He said the law is currently being challenged in court and he supports the right to do so.

He said he is hoping to use his position as someone running to be Prime Minister to say “That is not how we move forward. That is not how we build a better society. We have so many challenges we have to work on together – we need to tackle the climate crisis, we need to tackle the housing affordability

Continued from Page 6

crisis, the healthcare crisis…there are so many things we need to tackle. We need to do that together.”

The immigration system, Singh added, “Has to balance the great need that we have for people to come to our country.

Immigration is something that creates opportunities and spurs our economy,” he said, adding that needs to be balance with security.

A massive failing in the past, with the Liberals and Conservatives, he said, are the wait times, which includes keeping track of the folks being processed.

The lack of resources reduces the number of people that are able to do that kind of work.

Concerning the climate, Singh said there is an emergency. The first step the NDP would do, he said, would be end all fossil-fuel subsidies.

Public dollars would

also be reinvested back into renewable and clean energy and it is desired to retrofit every home and building, which would create jobs and reduce emissions.

Singh has noted that the NDP, if elected, would be interested in allowing municipalities the opportunity to decide whether or not it would want to ban handguns.

He said the root cause for violence needs to

St. Jacob’s ............................ $114 October 5 Stratford Festival Billy Elliott .......................... $155 November 20 Birch Run ............................... $65 November 23 Frankenmuth ....................... $109 November 23

Come From Away................... $289

be discovered. He said it is complex. He said a brighter future needs to be invested in, which includes investing in affordable housing, ensuring good jobs, and ways to get educated.

“It is not enough to just provide the laws that allow municipalities that choose to do so to ban handguns, but we need to move look beyond that to look at the root causes and how we can solve those as well.”

Four Winds/Firekeepers Casino October 20-21st ................ $249 Dbl Branson......................... $1299 Dbl October 23-29th

Nashville/Memphis.......... $999 Dbl November 1-6

Lancaster Christmas Sight & Sound Theatre..... $759 Dbl November 12-15

Virginia & Myrtle Beach Christmas Great Lakes Crossings .............. $65 November 27-Dec. 5 .......... $1499 Dbl November 30 Louisiana Here We Come!

New Orleans, Lafayette, Nashville......................... $879 Dbl Shreveport & Natchez – 15 meals October 17-20th February 9-22 ................... $2999 Dbl November 23

8 I Community Essex Free Press

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

LaSalle’s Rendezvous Voyageur Festival brings history to life

by Max De Liberato Strip the bark from the willow tree; dry it then crush it into tea. This is an ancient remedy for pain relief used by the natives in LaSalle around 350-years ago.

This one just one piece of history learned at Gil Maure Park in LaSalle on Saturday as the Rendezvous Voyageur

Festival was hosted as a way to bring history alive. Patrons enjoyed music, re-enactments, and visiting vendor booths where items – from soap to fresh foods and jewelry – were available for sale.

“The history is not just for LaSalle,” Julie Columbus, an organizer of the event, said. “It’s for

the region, Southwestern Ontario, and it actually shaped all of Canada. The history of the 1600s and 1700s and the arrival of the French is a big part of how we became a nation today.”

The legend of the voyageurs has scarce mention in history, but made a big impact. The Voyager tale is one passed down through stories of folklore, due to the fact that many of them could not read or write. This was the world of the Rendezvous Voyagers.

Native populations were trading amongst each other before Europeans ever came to their land. When the Europeans came, they used wampum as currency for trading.

At this weekend’s Rendezvous Voyagers Festival, emcee Jay Bailey held a wampum bead belt, made of white and black beads, with two horizontal black lines on a white canvas. He said these types of belts

were used as a peace offering between the two neighbouring tribes as the black lines represent two tribes travelling in harmony, never crossing into each other’s affairs.

The voyageurs used

the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair to travel through to the Great Lakes, delivering furs, mostly from beavers, as it was in fashion at the time.

Along the way, the

voyageurs interacted with many of the native tribes, the natives befriended and became valuable trade partners with the French settlers.

During the opening

Continued to Page 18

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Fall

Essex Free Press

Fall is approaching.. approaching

Home Improvement I 9

Serving Windsor & Essex County for over 30 years!

WINDOWS & DOORS

NOW IN !

ESSEX

New Decor Arriving Daily!

Get Ready For The Holidays!

BUY 6 GALLONS OF BEAUTI-TONE

AND GET ONE FREE!

Arriving Soon!

A

Yeti Coolers & Tumblers

Our knowledgeable staff can help!!

Hunting & Fishing Licences Available!

Ave., E Essex ESSEX 47 Wilson A

519

Hours: Mon-Fri 7-8, Sat 7-6, Sun 9-5

776-4646

We not only install your purchase with our own window technicians, but we stand behind whatt we sell with a lifetime transferable warranty on alll windows, a 15-year guarantee on steel doors and/ or glass inserts, (5-year warranty for labour).

You’ll see that our pride is in our service and workmanship.

WE CAN FINANCE

Stop in to see our selection in our product showroom!

438 Talbot St. N. Essex, Ontario

519.

972.7055

519.

776.4718

www.greatlakeswindows.ca

10 I Fall Home Improvement

Essex Free Press

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

This design trend is coming back •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Design

trends come and go, but some have a funny way of resurfacing years after they first became popular. Homeowners who may have been considering renovating their home to remove a design element they believe to be passé might want to see if that feature has experienced a

resurgence in popularity. In fact, one of the more derided home decor trends of yesteryear has slowly crept back into style, albeit in moderation.

Wood paneling is back and better than ever, advise many design professionals. It’s the formerly ugly duckling that filled homes starting in the 1950s, creating drab dens and faux-wood family rooms.

Paneling had long been an element of choice because it is relatively easy to install and can

camouflage problem walls in a home, like those covered in boisterous wallpaper prints.

Wood paneling reach the peak of its popularity in the 1970s, and since then, homeowners have been tearing down these faux offenders for years or masking them in paint to brighten up spaces.

However, the experts at Apartment Therapy report that wood paneling in shades of brown are making a comeback in cozy spots such as dens or studies.

The warm tones of wood paneling elicit a retro vibe. But unlike their fake predecessors, today’s paneled walls are being outfitted in real wood, making them more eco-friendly and stylish than ever before.

Designers have flocked to reclaimed wood and veneer panelings to incorporate them into design elements. And while wood paneling used to be hung vertically, designers now experiment with

hanging paneling.

Many people no longer use paneling to cover an entire space. Paneling is used sparingly as an accent wall or another feature for character. Wood walls can be stained in a rich mahogany to look upscale or be weathered and rustic.

Homeowners ready to re-embrace wood paneling can choose to enhance one wall in a room. Think about the space above a fireplace or a strip of wall behind a sitting chair and side table.

Paneling also can serve as a headboard behind a bed in a master suite. Painted horizontally, paneling can add dimension and texture to walls, even in a bathroom.

Wood paneling is slowly making a comeback, proving that no design trend every truly goes away. metrocreativeconnection.com

House powerwashing tips Powerwashing, also known as pressure-washing, utilizes a high-velocity water spray to remove dirt and residue from the exterior surfaces of a home. It is frequently used on vinyl siding, concrete and sometimes wood decks to treat mildew and other growth that accumulates over time.

Powerwashing can be a great way to remove grime without having to scrub by hand. But it requires a delicate touch to get it right. Sometimes it is best to leave the job to professionals. But homeowners willing to give it a go can try powerwashing themselves, as various stores rent power washers.

The home improvement website ImproveNet says that, until very recently, pressure washers were almost exclusively commercial machines sold to professionals or rented to do-it-yourselfers. Lately manufacturers have targeted homeowners looking to buy with lightweight options. For those who see powerwashing as a routine venture, purchasing a unit may be worth the investment.

It is important to exercise caution when operating a powerwashing machine. The high-velocity spray can tear through skin. It is key to get a feel for the washer, and try less pressure first to get a handle on the magnitude of the tool.

Don safety gear prior to using a pressure washer. Gloves, eye protection and ear protection can be handy.

Most units will connect to a standard garden hose. Choose old clothing and expect to get wet. Never point a powerwasher hose at anyone and do not attempt to rinse feet or hands in the spray.

The renovation resource The Family Handyman suggests starting with a wide-degree nozzle to test out the spray on the surface that needs to be cleaned. A 15- or 25-degree nozzle is usually the wand for general cleaning and paint stripping without damaging the surface of the home. Experiment with an optimal distance of the washer wand to get the desired cleaning effects without causing any damage. Work using a horizontal and slightly downward angle to avoid driving water up under the siding of a home.

Avoid spraying any electric wires or components on the home. Also, try not to spray upward, and angle the

spray away from doors, windows, and vents.

Some washers have reservoirs that will hold a detergent solution.

Choose the right detergent for the job. Keep in mind that cleansers containing bleach can damage surrounding plants, so they may need to be covered while the washing takes place.

Avoid the use of ladders when operating a powerwasher. The push-back from the wand can cause falls. Instead, opt for an extension wand to address the upper reaches of a home.

Powerwashing a home is an effective way to remove stubborn grime and refresh the look of a home’s metrocreativeconnection.com exterior.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Fall

Essex Free Press

How to create a winterfriendly outdoor living space

Covering a deck or patio and/or adding a fire feature are two ways to make outdoor living spaces more winter-friendly.

For many homeowners, the arrival of fall and winter marks an end to time spent lounging and dining al fresco on the patio. But cold air does not necessarily mean patio furniture must be packed up until flowers bloom anew in spring.

In its 2017 Home Design Trends Survey, the American Institute of Architects found that consumers continue to emphasize practical features that expand the functionality of their homes via heavy investment in outdoor living spaces. The survey found that the popularity of outdoor living spaces increased by 72 percent between 2012 and 2017, highlighting just how much homeowners enjoy spending time outdoors. By taking measures to make their outdoor living spaces winterproof, homeowners can enjoy these areas of their homes even more.

• Cover your deck. A covered deck may appear to make the space less enjoyable during spring and summer. However, covered decks can protect residents from the sun on especially hot days while also making the space more functional in winter. An overhead shelter on a deck can be

outfitted with heaters (and fans to provide a cooling effect in summer) and allow residents to sit outside and watch snow fall without getting wet.

• Plant the right trees. Coniferous trees prevent wind, which can be especially harsh in winter. Homeowners who are unsure about which direction wind typically comes from can consult a landscape architect to determine where to plant the trees to ensure they’re most effective.

• Fire up the patio. A firepit or fireplace can warm up an outdoor living area, making such a space warm and cozy even on a cold winter night. A patio with a built-in firepit can cost a pretty penny, but such an addition can withstand winter weather better than a standalone firepit, which might be vulnerable to being tipped over by winter winds.

• Install lighting. The sun sets early in winter, so homeowners won’t be able to rely on natural light to illuminate their outdoor living spaces well into the evening like they do in summer. Heat lamps can be used to both warm and illuminate a space, serving dual, budget-friendly functions.

With the right adjustments, outdoor living spaces can be enjoyed throughout winter. metrocreativeconnection.com

CALL TODAY!

YOUR E S O L C & OPEN FROM R O O D E G A GAR HONE A SMART P r details ndo fo a S f f e J l l a C

Wayne Dalton® Garage Door

13425 Desro Drive, Tecumseh Phone: 519 735 7790 Fax: 519 735 4616

wayne-daltonofwindsor.com

Model 2128 “WIFI” opener now available

Home Improvement I 11

12 I Fall Home Improvement

Essex Free Press

How to take your mudroom from mundane to marvelous (NC) Mudrooms are one of the most high-traffic areas of the home – and in some cases, one of the most overlooked spaces when it comes to design. But mudrooms can be more than just functional; they can also be fun. Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert, shares tips to spruce up your space and give it some much needed TLC. Be bold. Add energy with a bold pop of colour and some personal touches. Use a daring colour like bright yellow to accent a wall or lift

up the space with some eyecatching accessories to make your mudroom feel more personal.

Choose colours wisely. The mudroom can get messy and cluttered very quickly. Choose a single colour or two similar shades

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

when painting mudrooms to achieve a modern and uniform aesthetic. “A monochromatic colour scheme is one of the easiest decorating tricks to play with, and looks great in even the smallest of rooms,” says Grech.

As the mudroom is one of the most used and highly trafficked places in the home, it is important to choose a durable paint for optimal results. Grech suggests Benjamin Moore Advance as its unique and durable

formula is perfect for the trim, doors and shelving in high-traffic areas.

Save space with smart storage. Avoid clutter by using multipurpose furniture and hidden storage. “Cubbies or benches with closed storage are my go-to and help keep the mudroom looking clutter-free at all times.” Coat hooks can also be used for additional storage and add some flare.

Around the house – fall clean-up tips •••••••••••••••••••••••••

(NC) As the cooler weather hits and the garden growing season ends, getting your home organized inside and out is a must. Here are some easy fall clean-up tips: • For the yard, trim back overgrown and dead limbs in your hedges to protect them for the winter. Don’t forget to trim your trees, especially those close to the house, garage or shed.

• Clear old plants and weeds from your garden bed or pots to make it easier for spring planting and keep insects at bay. If not using winterized pots, bring them indoors.

• Clear leaves from the lawn, aerate and consider a fall fertilizing.

• Decks and garden furniture will need a good cleaning and, if appropriate, staining. Don’t forget to properly store cushions and outdoor tablecloths so that they can be used again next season. Garden tools also need a good cleaning or wipe down before storing for the winter.

• Moving inside, plan and prepare before you start. Make sure you have reusable boxes and bags on hand and create some storage space indoors or out. If outside, make sure the space is sheltered.

• Organize room by room. When swapping out seasonal clothes in your closet, take some time to make sure you still need or use each item. If not, recycle or donate it.

• Keep in mind that you can donate unwanted clothing, textiles and small household items, such as small garden tools, instead of throwing them out. Charitable organizations like Diabetes Canada are always looking for donations. You can donate your wares at one of their donation bins or schedule a home pickup at declutter.diabetes.ca. metrocreativeconnection.com

Making Your Home Work For You Home ownership comes with its own set of expenses, from landscaping and maintenance to utilities and décor.

Your Libro Coach can help you build a financial plan to account for day-to-day living and home upkeep, and help you grow equity in your home.

Contact a Libro Mortgage Coach today!

Essex Branch 147 Talbot Street N. 519-776-5231 libro.ca/mortgages

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Fall

Essex Free Press

Home Improvement I 13

Exterior renovations that improve curb appeal Neglecting a home’s exterior can be a disservice to homeowners, particularly those looking to increase the value of their homes. Curb appeal is important, as a home’s appearance can greatly affect prospective buyers’ perceptions.

Knowing which projects can offer the most bang for their remodeling buck can help homeowners make the right choices when improving the exterior of their homes. The following are some areas where homeowners can direct their focus if their end goal is a great-looking home with added value, as determined by the 2019 “Cost vs. Value Report” from Remodeling magazine. This report compares the average cost of 22 remodeling projects with the value those projects retain at resale across 136 markets.

• Garage door replacement: Homeowners can recoup 97.5 percent of their investment on a new garage door. This remodel tops the list for good looks and value. The average cost of $3,611 is for replacing an existing two-car garage.

• Manufactured stone veneer: Replacing a portion of vinyl siding with stone veneer can greatly improve curb appeal, adding style that can set a home apart. Homeowners can expect to

recoup a 94.9 percent return on their investment.

• Wood deck addition: A wooden deck on the rear or side of a home enhances homeowners’ ability to enjoy the outdoors year-round. A wood deck addition recoups 75.6 of the cost of homeowners’ initial investment.

• Siding replacement: Not only does old or weathered siding look unsightly, it can impact the energy wise to focus on some upgraded landscaping, an upgraded roof, efficiency of a home. Even though a siding replacement project is costly - at roughly $16,000 - it offers a 75 percent return new windows, and improved exterior lighting as surefire ways to and peace of mind that the home is being well-protected from the add curb appeal and potential value to their homes. metrocreativeconnection.com elements.

• New entry door: Replacing an existing door with a 20-gauge steel door complete with clear dual-pane half-glass panel, jambs and an aluminum threshold with composite stop gets homeowners 75 percent of their initial investment back at resale.

Improving the door isn’t all about good looks, either. A door that isn’t well-insulated or secure can be problematic.

In addition to these improvements, homeowners would be

Pull the plug on phantom power

(NC) Whether we’re streaming content, checking social media or asking our smart speaker do its magic, we love being connected – but at what cost?

The average Canadian home has 25 or more electronic devices plugged in, and the standby or phantom power these devices use can account for five to 10 per cent of a household’s electricity bill.

Most of these appliances are only used five to 30 minutes each day and the rest of the time they’re on standby.

Pull the plug on phantom power with these simple tips: • Use power bars with timers.

Group things together, like the TV, stereo, speakers and gaming consoles, and use a timer to shut them off while you’re not at home or asleep.

• Unplug chargers for your cell phone, tablet, vacuum, power tools, electric toothbrushes and other appliances when they’re not in use, or use a power bar with a timer to turn on only at

night.

• Finished getting ready? Unplug your hairdryer, straightening iron

or curling iron before you head out the door.

• Turn it off. Some appliances like ovens and microwaves have a powersaver mode to turn off unnecessary displays.

• Look for Energy Star-rated appliances and home electronics as they use less electricity and have built-in energy saving features.

Reducing your home’s phantom power can add up

to savings on your electricity bill now and in the future.

Looking for more savings?

Spend a few minutes to enroll in the AffordAbility Fund and see what free energy saving upgrades you may qualify for at affordabilityfund.org.

Update your kitchen with custom designed door inserts!

Dress up your entryway with an original glass transom!

Hardwood, Carpet, Tile & More

Do away with window coverings and use glass art for lighting & privacy!

Beautiful Flooring Ultimate Convenience Exemplary Service

Let us improve the look of your home!

19 Centre Street, Essex

519-776-4577

www.essexstainedglass.com

USE OUR MOBILE SHOWROOM SERVICE!

Bill Wellings

Our Studio is located at 8 County Road 42, Tecumseh

C A L L U S T O D AY ! 5 1 9 - 7 3 5 - 5 5 1 5 www.windsor.floorcoveringsinternational.com

14 I Fall Home Improvement

(NC) With autumn’s arrival, it’s time to get your new home ready for winter before the inclement weather arrives.

All new homes in Ontario come with a warranty provided by the builder and backstopped by Tarion Warranty Corporation. This warranty is comprehensive and lasts up to seven years from the date of the first

Essex Free Press

How to prepare your home for cooler weather owner’s possession. It covers a lot of things inside and out, from shoddy workmanship to major structural defects.

However, it’s important to know that if issues arise in those first seven years that can be traced back to a lack of proper homeowner maintenance, they won’t be covered. To ensure that your warranty rights are protected, here are some fall maintenance reminders for your new home: • Check your windows and doors, inside and out for any cracks or separations around the frames. Apply caulking to any damaged areas. This will prevent water penetration or heat loss.

• Look for damage or wear to the weather -

Get your home fresh for fall (NC) If you think spring is the only time to take cleaning seriously, think again. After your home and central living areas receive a beating from a long summer of humidity, barbecues, sandy bathing suits, grass stains, muddy pets and dirty sports equipment, autumn is the perfect time to create a clean environment. Help your family flourish in a fresh home as the leaves begin to fall with these tips: Vacuum all surfaces. Chances are that your living spaces have seen a high level of (often dirty) traffic, so reinvigorate your home with a thorough clean. With Beam central vacuums, this chore becomes light housekeeping, not a weight-lifting exercise or obstacle course.

Move easily from task to task, level-to-level, floor to ceiling and upstairs with lightweight hoses and ergonomic tools.

Clean your fridge. Between platters of barbecue chicken, pitchers of lemonade and pounds of sliced watermelon, your fridge was likely working overtime for the past several months and could use a fall refresher. Wipe down all the shelves with sanitizing wipes, discard old condiments and use baking soda to remove odours.

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

Kid-proof the garage. Some common summer chores and projects are for adults only. As the season for most renovation and gardening projects wraps up, place toxic materials such as paint, paint thinner, weed and bug killers, fertilizer and gasoline in high cabinets or lockable tool chests out of children’s reach. Use well-supported shelves to store cleaning solutions and vehicle fluids.

Find more information at www.buybeam.com.

stripping on your exterior doors and replace if necessary. This keeps warm air from seeping out of your home.

• Inspect eavestroughs and downspouts. Remove any leaves and debris that can create messy, smelly blockages that could build up over winter. If you see cracks or seam separations in your eavestroughs, fix them with caulking.

• Shut off your home’s exterior water supply and drain all exterior water lines and hoses. You should leave the taps open a bit – this will prevent any remaining water in the lines from freezing and damaging the water supply line.

• Have a professional roofing company inspect the roof to ensure that shingles, flashing and chimney caps are all in place and properly sealed.

• Clean and test all your exhaust fans, including dryer vents, stove vents and furnace vents. Clean or replace your furnace filter and consider having your furnace serviced to prepare it for winter.

• Inspect your gas or wood-burning fireplace and chimney dampers, and have them serviced or cleaned if necessary.

• Test all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors to make sure they are in good working order.

3 ways to create a chic and cozy living room

(NC) The living room is a primary gathering spot for relaxing and entertaining with family and friends.

Create a contemporary and cozy space for lounging that is chic yet livable. Sharon Grech, Benjamin Moore colour and design expert, shares three ways to create the ultimate space.

Create rhythm. Living rooms are often open to other areas of the home, which can make it challenging to select a colour palette that will work with adjacent rooms. Using different shades of the same colour is an effective way to define the area. “Deeper colours can bring coziness, which is ideal for the living room. Choose a stronger colour for living rooms paired with a neutral, or paler version for connecting spaces. A deep grey like Kendall Charcoal HC-166 pairs well with a lighter shade like Metropolitan AF-690.”

Think beyond the walls. Consider painting furniture, window trims or ceilings in a bolder colour if your walls are neutral.

Opting for neutral hues throughout the space with bolder or deeper hues to emphasize millwork, ceilings and window framing will create a feeling of harmony throughout your home. “Be sure to use appropriate premium quality products when painting these surfaces,” says Grech. For example, premium paints like Benjamin Moore Regal Select would be ideal for painting ceilings.

Luxe layers. Nothing says cozy quite like a plush sofa with oversized pillows and throws. Play around with different textures to establish a chic and comforting look and feel. Layering luxe fabrics that are rich in texture, like velvet and faux fur, adds an instant dose of sophistication to your space.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Fall

Essex Free Press

Home Improvement I 15

Protect your plants from winter weather ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

For the majority of gardening enthusiasts, gardening is a warm weather activity. While some people live in climates that make it possible to enjoy gardening year-round, those who don’t often lament the end of the gardening season.

Winter might not be conducive to gardening, but the arrival of cold weather does not necessarily mean a gardener’s work is done until the following spring. Taking steps to protect plants from winter weather is an important part of maintaining a healthy garden that thrives from year-to-year.

Timing is of the essence when winterizing a garden. The online gardening resource Get Busy Gardening!TM advises gardeners that the best time to winterize is after the first hard freeze in the fall. A hard freeze occurs when temperatures dip below freezing overnight. When

that occurs, annual plants and vegetables are killed off and perennial plants, which grow back year after year, begin going dormant.

Better Homes and Gardens notes that perennials are the easiest plants to prepare for winter, as they require just a little cutting back and mulching to be safe from cold weather. But no two perennials are alike, so homeowners should consult their local gardening center for advice on how to prepare their particular perennials for the coming months.

The steps necessary to winterize annuals depends on which type of annuals, cool- or warm-climate, you have. Cool-climate annuals should be covered with polyspun garden fabric when light frost is in the forecast. In addition, Better Homes and Gardens recommends pulling dead annuals and adding them to a compost pile after a killing frost. Any annuals that developed fungal disease should be discarded.

Mulch annual beds with a three- to four-inch layer of chopped leaves or similar materials, spreading the mulch only two inches thick over self-sown seeds you want to germinate in the spring.

Warm-climate annuals also should be covered with polyspun

garden fabric when light frost is expected. Seeds of cold-hardy annuals can be planted for extended winter bloom, while gardeners also can collect seeds of warm-weather plants that will breed true to type. Even though you’re winterizing, Better Homes and Gardens recommends that gardeners continue to weed and water their plant beds and plants while also keeping an eye out for pests. If organic mulch has decomposed or thinned out, replace it with a new layer.

Get Busy Gardening!TM notes that the bulbs of tender plants like dahlias and tuberous begonias can be dug up and overwintered in their dormant state. All dead foliage should be removed after the bulbs have been dug up, and the bulbs should be allowed to dry out a little before being stored. Container gardeners can overwinter their tender bulbs in their pots inside, but be sure to remove their foliage and store them in a dark, cool place that maintains temperatures above freezing.

Winterizing may mark the end of gardening season, but it’s an important task that can ensure a healthy, beautiful garden next spring, summer, and fall.

metrocreativeconnection.com

Fix wet spots in the landscape

Grass that is greener than green coupled with perfectly manicured shrubs set the tone for impressive curb appeal. Creating such landscapes requires hard work, and while doing such work, homeowners may find they have to contend with certain issues that are adversely affecting their lawns and gardens.

Wetness in a landscape is one problem many homeowners encounter. Wet areas in a lawn not only become muddy and messy, but they also can cause permanent damage to the grass. Puddles can kill the roots, while wet spots can freeze and damage the lawn. Particularly problematic spots can remain soggy for days, while some people find their yards are seemingly always wet.

Wet spots can be caused by various factors. Compacted soil may prohibit adequate drainage, as can heavy clay or less porous soil materials. Landscape grading issues may be another concern. Neighbors who have home downspouts that extend into their yards may be pushing roof water into other areas, contributing to puddles and problems. Understanding what is causing the issue makes it easier to treat.

Heavy, compacted soil can be aerated and amended with sand and compost. Tilling the soil and mixing in these soil additions may help prevent further drainage issues.

Homeowners may need to have their property professionally regraded to alleviate wet issues. Otherwise, the installation of a drainage system may be necessary. An underground trench or pipe can redirect water from wet areas to sewers (Check with local municipalities about the legality of draining water properly). Another potential solution is to build up low-lying areas that collect water with soil.

Homeowners who want the path of least resistance may consider embracing the wet spot of their landscape by turning it into a man-made pond. Lining a pond and installing an air pump will help circulate the water and keep it from becoming a breeding ground for mosquitos.

Water issues in a landscape can be a tough nut to crack. But identifying the problem can help homeowners resolve soggy lawns and landscapes. metrocreativeconnection.com

Autumn is Here!

Large selection of Plants, trees, shrubs & select perennials!

HOURS:

MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 am - 5:00 pm SATURDAY 8:00 am - 4:00 pm SUNDAY 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

3641 Albuna Town Line, Ruthven • 519-326-8790

16 I Classifieds Essex Free Press

Classifi Classi fieds _______________________________________________

AUCTION SALE _______________________________________________ Jack Morris

Auctions Inc.

Auction Sale

For Ken Ott, Dresden, at 9531 Brook Line, approx. ½ mi. east of Prince Albert Road.

Saturday, October 5 at 10:00 am No Reserve.

Woodworking Equip: Sears thickness planer; General 220 10” table saw w/some very good extra attachments; 8’ long bed Bridgewood 220 jointer w/new blades; dust collector unit & numerous good woodworking tools & access.; quantity of lumber; Wood Chipper, etc: 8 HP 3 screen Renegade 250.8 wood chipper; & other yard access; Air Compressor, Drill Press: Devilbiss 5 HP 220 stationary air compressor & starter motor; Delta 16 ½” drill press; & lg quantity of good shop tools; Antiques, Collectibles, etc: green wooden coca cola boxes; cast iron seat; tin seat; JD thermometer; hand corn planter; & numerous other items; Note: Mr Ott would welcome calls & visitors to see these items before sale day. Please call in advance 519-354-6238. Terms: cash, debit or Visa, MC with 3% premium.

Auctioneer: Jack Morris, 519-687-2530 or 1-800-462-3561

Details & photos at www.jackmorrisauctions.com

CLASSIFIED RATES

PLACING A CLASSIFIED AD: Classified ads can be submitted in person, by phone or fax or email from Mon. to Thurs. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. All classified and personal ads require payment, prior to print. We accept Visa | MasterCard | Debit | Cash | Cheque.

CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS TUESDAY BY 10:00 AM

Phone 519.776.4268

Fax: 519.776.4014

_____________________

EVENTS

_____________________ BINGO 1st & 3rd Fridays 7:15 P.M. Early bird round at 7:00 P.M. 32 Russell St. - Retirees’ hall $ 500.00 JACKPOT 1-tf* _____________________ CRAFT SALE - Time to start your Christmas Shopping? Viscount Estates (under pavilion beside main hall).

Various items for sale on Saturday, September 28, from 9am - 4 or 5 pm.

38-1t

_____________________ KITTENAIDE ADOPTION DAY - Saturday, September 28 at Pet Valu, 1556 Huron Church Rd., Windsor (Ambassador Plaza). 11am - 2pm. Kittens $25.00 and fixed cats $50.00. Call: 519-324-2729.

38-1

_____________________

www.essexfreepress.com

(home) 519-776-9501.

1-t _____________________

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

Word Ads - 25 words or less ........................ $6.00 + HST Extra words .................................................... 20¢/word Display Classifieds ....................................... Call for rates

Email: contact@essexfreepress.com

38-2t gmail.com _____________________

SERVICES _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Summer Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavestrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362.

11-tfn _____________________ MARTY’S SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS  Tune-ups, repairs, & service on snowblowers, riding lawn mowers, chainsaws, & more! 519-733-0986, (c) 519-965-5918.

42-tfn _____________________ NEW! TRIPLE THREAT ESSEX  Beautiful decks, awesome insulation, masterful trim. 35 years experience. For more information, email: triplethreatessex@

REAL ESTATE

_____________________ FOR SALE: 338 East Puce Rd.: 4 bdrm., with mother-in-law suite on main floor. $454,900. Call Carl Idzinski, Sales Representative, Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty - Brokerage. 519-817-8891. 22-tt _____________________ Buying or selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Keller Williams Lifestyles Realty - Brokerage.

519-817-8891.

22-tt _____________________

FOR RENT

_____________________ FOR RENT: Briarwood Apts. 26 Alice St. N., Essex 2bdrm & den $1295/ mo.+hydro; to view. Call: 519-995-

9570. _____________________

HELP WANTED

_____________________

HIRING! GENERAL LABOURERS WANTED  Please fax your resume to 519-723-2336.

1-tfn _____________________ HELP WANTED: Aphria Inc. is looking for Greenhouse Production Associates to join their team. Duties include daily crop maintenance, harvesting, crop rotation, inventory counts, and cleaning of greenhouse. No public transportation available. Located in Leamington, ON. Compensation starts at $14.00/hour.

Full time hours Monday through Friday.

Please apply at careers@aphria.com or mail resume to P.O. Box 20009 269 Erie St. S. Leamington, ON N8H 3C4.

9-tf Continued on Page 17

FARMING

_____________________ WANTED Farm Land to Rent Cash or Share Crop Call Jeff Siefker (cell) 519-796-1240 or

EXTEND YOUR REACH - ADVERTISE PROVINCIALLY OR ACROSS THE COUNTRY! For more information visit www.ocna.org/network-advertising-program

MORTGAGES

WANTED

LOWER YOUR MONTHLY PAYMENTS

CAR COLLECTOR SEARCHING ... I want your old car! Porsche 3 5 6 / 9 11 / 9 1 2 , J a g u a r E - T y p e or XKE. Te l l m e w h a t y o u have, I love old classics especially German and British.

Whether it's been in the barn for 25 years, or your pride and joy that is fully restored.

I'll pay CASH. Call David 416-8029999.

AND CONSOLIDATE YOUR DEBT NOW!!!

1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES Debt Consolidation Refinancing, Renovations Tax Arrears, No CMHC Fees $50K YOU PAY: $208.33 / MONTH (OAC) No Income, Bad Credit Power of Sale Stopped!!!

BETTER OPTION MORTGAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL TODAY TOLL-FREE: 1-800-282-1169 www.mortgageontario.com (Licence # 10969)

WA N T E D : O L D T U B E A U D I O EQUIPMENT. 40 years or older.

Amplifiers, Stereo, Recording and Theatre Sound Equipment. Hammond Organs, any condition. CALL Toll-Free 1-800-947-0393 / 519-8532157.

HEALTH G E T U P TO $ 5 0 , 0 0 0 f r o m t h e Government of Canada. Do you or someone you know Have any of these Conditions?

ADHD, A n x i e t y, Arthritis, Asthma, Cancer, COPD, Depression, D i a b e t e s , D i ff i c u l t y Wa l k i n g , Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowels, Overweight, Trouble Dressing... and Hundreds more.

ALL Ages & Medical Conditions Qualify. CALL ONTARIO BENEFITS 1 - ( 8 0 0 ) - 2 11 - 3 5 5 0 or Send a Text Message with Your Name and Mailing Address to (647)5604274 for your FREE benefits package.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

$$ CONSOLIDATE YOUR DEBT NOW $$ HOME OWNER LOANS FOR ANY PURPOSE!!

STEEL BUILDINGS

BUSINESS OPPS.

STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE ...

"SUPER SAVINGS SALE - FALLING PRICES!" 20X23 $6,080.

25X27 $6,640. 28X27 $7,462.

32X35 $10,336. 35X35 $12,576.

One End Wall Included.

Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca

ADVERTISING

Pay down other high interest debt!

ATTN: ONTARIO INVENTORS!!

Bank turn downs, Tax or Mortgage arrears, Self-Employed, Bad Credit, Bankruptcy - We Can Help! Even in extreme situations of bad credit.

Need Inventing Help?

Borrow: $50,000 $100,000

Call Davison!!

Ideas Wanted!

Pay Monthly: $268 $537

LARGER AMOUNTS AVAILABLE !!Decrease monthly payments up to 75%!!

Based on 5% APR. OAC FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO APPLY NOW BY PHONE OR ONLINE: 1-888-307-7799 www.ontario-widefinancial.com ONTARIO-WIDE FINANCIAL 1801347inc FSCO Licence #12456 !! WE ARE HERE TO HELP !!

CALL DAVISON TODAY: 1-800-256-0429 REACH MILLIONS OF CUSTOMERS IN ONTARIO WITH ONE EASY CALL! Your Classified Ad or Display Ad would appear in weekly newspapers each week across Ontario in urban, suburban and rural areas.

For more information Call Today 647-350-2558.

OR VISIT US AT: Inventing.Davison.com/Ontario FREE Inventor's Guide!!

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Classifi Classi fieds...

Continued from Page 16 _____________________

HELP WANTED

_____________________

HELP WANTED  Essex Little Caesars is looking for a mature, responsible individual willing to work flexible hours (days, evenings, some weekends).

Responsibilities include: Pizza making, product preparation, customer service, cleaning and housekeeping, and cash management. We will provide training.

Must reside in Essex area and have own transportation. Cash experience, food handler certificate are assets. Apply in person with a resume at Little Caesars in Essex.

37-2t _____________________

HELP WANTED  310T-truck & Coach apprentices. Only 2 candidates will be hired. Wages determined upon experience. Call Joe at: 519-776-8444 ext 227 or Email jcazabon@canadiangroup.

36-1t com _____________________

HELP WANTED - Oxley Farms, 533 County Road 50 E., Harrow, ON, N0R 1G0, requires Seasonal Fulltime Farm Workers.

March 16 – October 30, 2020. $14.00/hr, 40-70 hrs a week, 5-7 days a week. Work is outside. Duties include pruning, tying, suckering, hoeing, harvesting, putting on/removing blankets, and general farm work. No experience or education necessary. Send resume, with actual vineyard/farm references, if any, to info@ oxleyestatewinery.com.

36-1t

Classifieds / Community I 17

Essex Free Press

_____________________

Celebrating an 80th birthday with a goal

WANTED

_____________________ CASH PAID for scrap cars and trucks. Free removal. Please phone: 519-776-1361 or 519-791-5046.

46-t _____________________ CASH PAID for antiques, costume jewellery, furniture, gold, sterling, coins, tools, complete estates. We take it all!

Free appraisals. Call 519-727-8894. 1-tfn _____________________

YARD SALE

_____________________ YARD SALE - 165 Brien Ave., W. Antiques, collectibles, and more! 7:30am on Friday, September 27th & Saturday, September 28th. Delivering 38-1t _____________________

YourFREE Weekly

_____________________ CEMENT CINDER BLOCKS  FREE for pick up! Call: 519-776-7654 38-1t*

CLASSIFIEDS WORK! Advertise here!

submitted to EFP On Saturday September 14, local resident Al Lucier celebrated his 80th birthday with an open house event, at the McGregor K of C Hall, from 2:00-4:00pm.

Instead of gifts, Al set a goal of filling a van with non-perishable items for his local food bank.

Thanks to the over 170 people who stopped by to help him celebrate, Al surpassed his goal. A van and a pickup were filled with donation that were donated to the St. Vincent de Paul Society Food Bank, in McGregor.

CLASSIFIEDS

WORK!

18 I Personals / Community

FromThe Heart

To place a personal notice, email your photo and content to contact@essexfreepress.com or drop by our office at 16 Centre St., Essex. Personal notices must be received by Monday at 12:00 noon to appear in the Thursday edition. _______________________________________________

ANNIVERSARY

_______________________________________________

Essex Free Press

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

LaSalle’s Rendezvous Voyageur Festival brings history to life...

Continued from Page 8

ceremony, Lakeshore Mayor Tom Bain said, the voyagers showed determination, will, and how to work as a team.

The rest of the ceremony had a heavy focus on Louisville, Kentucky being LaSalle’s new sister city. All members of the Louisville Council, in addition to Bain, incumbent Tracey Ramsey, LaSalle Mayor Marc Bondy, and others showed their respect to the history that happened here by partaking in the first smudging ceremony of the day.

Representatives from Walpole Island were in attendance, the natives from Walpole are commonly Potawatomi,

Odawa, or Ojibwe.

Legend has it, that aboriginals would play games of lacrosse to settle disputes rather than go to war. Naturally, a demonstration of the traditional sport was held at the event.

The game was a great spectacle, however, the ceremony before the match created a powerful recreation of what the people were able to accomplish, mutual respect amongst each other.

The two teams begin by cleansing and purifying their bodies during a smudge ceremony. They asked the crowd not to photograph the ceremony and every person obliged.

_________________________________________________________

After the ceremony, they began pounding a drum, the beat to your heart filled with an overwhelming passion for victory.

The school boards, ACFO (Association of French-Canadians of Ontario), and the French Community Centre,

partnered to host the event.

“It’s been a phenomenal on-taking, cooperation, and collaboration with our French partners.”

Columbus said.

IN LOVING MEMORY

_________________________________________________________

Leonard Maitre September 26th, 1988

_________________________________________________________

CARD OF THANKS

_________________________________________________________

Thank You

Thank you to our family and friends for sharing our special anniversary of 20 years. Thanks to Jason & Laura for all the work preparing for the party (the decorations were beautiful) and the delicious food prepared by Laura’s mom.

Thanks to all our relatives who travelled to make our day special. Thanks to our friends, who we’ve made. I know it’s sometimes hard to get together and remember all the good times we had. Our memories of each one of you (family and good friends) are very special and we are very thankful for each one of them. Last, but not forgotten - thank you to Amy & Jim, Jason & Laura and our grandchildren for making the day perfect.

We love you all!

Jim & Elizabeth Scratch

2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU BETTER!

QUEEN’S AUTO SUPPLY

37 Main St East, Kingsville • 519-733-6554 ORDER ONLINE AT… queensauto.ca

377 Talbot St North, Essex • 519-776-9885 ORDER ONLINE AT… autobarn.ca

In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, and pépé who passed away 31-years ago.

Fall is arriving and it is harvest time. As we look over your fields and watch the sunrise and sunset, we are reminded of you, knowing that you are watching over us.

Pépé, you are always with us and never forgotten.

~ Love always; Your Family

________________________________________________

McMurren, Jeff October 1, 1984 - July 20, 1994 Remembering our Jeffy on his 35th Birthday on October 1st.

Time goes by, but memories stay, As near and dear as yesterday.

Forever in our hearts.

~ Ma Reder and Family _________________________________________________________

OBITUARIES

_________________________________________________________

BATTERSBY, Gordon Jr. - April 14, 1933-September 15, 2019. Gord passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He is survived by his wife, Shirley, daughter Laurie (Leo), son Lyle (Connie), 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, sister Evelyn (late Wilfred), Carl (Phyllis), sister-in-law Linda and brother-in-law Sonny. He will be reunited with his mom Margaret St. Louis (1975) and dad Gordon (1976); brother Emerson (2001) and sister Jeanine (2008). Gord was a farmer in Essex County most of his life on the family farm. He retired from Autohallaway after many years of dedicated service. At Gord request, there was no funeral service. Donations may be made to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd., Essex entrusted with the burial arrangements. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com. A golden heart stopped beating.

Hard working hands at rest. It broke our hearts to see you go. God only takes the best.

What’s Going On...

SEPT. 27  FALL IN LOVE WITH OUR LOCAL PARK PARTY  3-7pm at Heritage Gardens.

FREE admission. INFO: essexbia.com - Vendor space available. Contact the Essex BIA. SEPT. 28  BINGO  at Bethel Maidstone at 7:00pm. Proceeds to Essex Food Bank SEPT. 28 & 29  ESSEX COUNTY IN THE WAR OF 1812  At Fort Malden, Amherstburg.

Sat. 10am - 5pm & Sun.10am - 3pm. Encampment, speakers, demonstrations, & more.

SEPT. 28 & 29  40TH RUTHVEN APPLE FESTIVAL  At Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. For more info: www.communitylivingessex.org or 519-776-6483 ext. 246.

SEPT. 29  NEW COATS FOR KIDS PASTA DINNER  from 4 - 7p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Parish Hall. Tickets at door & take-out. Proceeds to purchase new winter coats.

OCT. 5  THE ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION  at 9 a.m. at ORCHARD VIEW GOLF COURSE, 1357 County Road 34, Ruthven. For info, contact Paul at 519-738-3476.

OCT. 5  FRESH BREATH AT THE ESSEX LEGION  w/special guests at 8pm. To benefit the Essex Food Bank. For tickets & event info: facebook.com/ freshbreathband OCT. 15  ESSEX BLOOD SERVICES  at Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave. W., Essex, ON from 1-7pm. www.blood.ca for more dates and information.

OCT. 19  ROAST BEEF DINNER  at Bethel Maidstone at 5:30pm. Advanced tickets only. Call Rob at :519-735-8411.

SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients, family, & friends. Meetings held the last Wednesday of every month (no July & August) @ 6:30p.m. at Colasanti’s. Look us up on Facebook for updates.

HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Community Hub I 19

Essex Free Press

Our Minister, Rev. Darrow Woods along with our HUC faith community, sincerely welcome you to join us! Please find information about Harrow United Church on our website at www.harrowunited. org.

sponsorship by:

Golden Year’s Golf Report

Fresh food. Friendly neighbours 191 Talbot St. S., Essex

519-776-4255 Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett

Don’t forget Messy Church Thursday, September 26. The theme this month is “The Sower.” Bring the family and join us at 6 p.m. for dinner and a new way experiencing church.

Major Jim Hann leads Family Worship Sundays at 10:30a.m. This week’s message is “ You Will be the Father of Many Nations,” as we learn about God speaking to his people in the Old Testament.

SA Connections on Tuesday from 10 am - 1pm. will hold a Games Day on October 1st. Join us for food, fun, and fellowship. Major Hann will hold Bible Study focusing on the book of Luke at 1p.m.

Community Care Ministries will hold their monthly nursing home services at Iler Lodge at 10:30a.m. on Wednesday, October 2nd and at Country Village in Woodslee on Thursday, October 3rd at 6:30p.m.

We are saddened by the loss of one of our church family members, Margaret Hewlett. Sincere sympathy is extended to her family.

place on Saturday, October 19 at 5:30 pm. Advance tickets only. Please contact Rob Reeb (519) 735-8411 for tickets.

You can find us on the web at www. bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284. Office hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am - 1pm.

Essex Retirees’ Social Club Diana Dennis had high score at Saturday afternoon Euchre. Judy Kelly came second, and Georgette in third.

Wayne Rawson had high score at Monday night Pepper. Georgette Nadeau and Nelson St. Denis tied with the most peppers and Audrey Stanley had the low score.

Virgery Cascadden had high score at Tuesday afternoon Pepper. Marguerite VanDaele had low score and Floyd Cascadden had the most peppers.

Betty DeBlois had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. Shirley Stiers and Nelson St. Denis tied with the most peppers and Lou-Anne Mailloux had low score.

Floyd Cascadden had high score at Bridge and Edna Chevalier second.

Bethel-Maidstone United

Harrow United Church

Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship, and coffee hour to follow.

Preschool Playtime has resumed!

Caregivers and kids ages 0-4 are invited to drop in Thursdays, anytime between 9:30am and 12pm.

The third Sunday of the month will now become “Food Bank Sunday.”

Please bring your canned goods and or donations.

Join us for our first fall Bingo Night on Friday, September 27th. The fun begins at 7pm in the church hall. Please remember your donation for the Essex Food Bank.

Fun for all ages, everyone welcome!

Our next Iler Lodge Service will take place on Tuesday, October 1st. Volunteers are welcome and appreciated. Please join us and share your gift of faith with the residents.

We will start Christmas Bazaar workdays on Tuesdays beginning October 8, at 9am at Hazel and Jerry’s.

Lots of items will be ready for painting, wear your work clothes!

If anyone is interested in joining a choir for Advent and Christmas, please see Rev. Paul or Bethany.

Our Fall Roast Beef Dinner will take

submitted by Larry Anderson

We warmly welcome you to Harrow United Church! Please join us this Sunday morning at 10:30am for our Worship Service which also includes Sunday School for our youth along with a well supervised Nursery. We invite everyone to stay for coffee and conversation immediately following the service.

On Sunday, September 29th we will have a “Blessing of the Animals” service.

You are invited to bring your pet or a picture of the pet. Perhaps you have a picture of a pet that has passed, but you still hold close in your heart.

Family Faith Night at Harrow United Church – Wednesday, October 9th, 5:30 – 8pm. Open to all families with no age limits. The evening will include a simple supper (provided), fun activity, as well as teaching time on a faith topic. For more information, call the church office at: 519-738-4223.

Our Handbell Choir is resuming rehearsals every Wednesday from 6:30 – 7:30pm. Anyone wishing to participate is welcome. For more information, please call the church office at: 519-738-4223.

Read us online & in print

www.essexfreepress.com issuu.com/essexfreepress 16 Centre St., Essex contact@essexfreepress.com

519.776.4268

The rust is off as 45 golfers managed 90 aces last Thursday, led by three consecutive aces by Armand Decaluwe.

A strong performance of seven aces showed on the score card for Gary Honey.

The best score, over 9 holes, went to Laurie Hylton, with a 17. Gary Honey had the best 18 hole score, of 35, as well as the best score, of 73, over 36 holes.

In team play, first place was won

by Team 9 (Marie Lasi, Mavis Rutter, Bill Ward), with a score of 235. Team 8 (Laurie Hylton, Armand Decaluwe, Betty McManus) took second place and in third was Team Queens (Faith Reidy, John Murphy, Pete Daudlin).

St. Paul’s Anglican Church Thank you to everyone who came out to our most recent Thrive Event The Blessing of the Animals Service is on Sunday, September 29th at 2pm at St. Paul’s. Join us as we celebrate the love of these creatures in our lives and give thanks to God. All creatures are welcome.

Donations to the Windsor-Essex Humane Society are encouraged.

Our next pasta dinner takes place on Friday, October 4th from 5-6:30pm.

The Legacy of Heroes event will take place on Sunday, October 27 at St. Paul’s. The event invites the wider community as we celebrate local heroesindividuals whose contributions make a difference! This year, we are honouring the volunteers at our local food banks!

Our celebration will begin by honouring the volunteers and those they service in our 11am worship and continue with a program open to the public at 1:30pm!

Visit online at: www.stpaulstrinity. org or our Facebook page. Phone: 519776-7711. Email: office@stpaulstrinity. org. Located at 92 St Paul Street, in Essex

Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen

We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00am with guest speaker Mr. Steve Baarda from London,

ON. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of coffee or tea.

GEMS and Cadets will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00pm.

This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 - 8 where we participate in Bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend.

Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two: www.essexcrc.ca.

Essex United Church On Sunday, Sept. 22 join us for worship. Everyone is welcome. Brian Stocks will be our guest. His message is Half Empty, Half Full, or Overflowing?

For the month of September, food donations are for the Essex Food Bank.

Line Dancing is on Wednesdays at 1:00 pm. All are Welcome!

Our Semi-annual Yard Sale will be on September 27 at 8:00 am - 2:00 pm and September28 at 9:00 am - 12 noon. It will include our Bake Sale and Lunch on Friday, September 27.

From the Essex United Church Official Board: We have started our search for a new minister! Please keep our church family in your prayers.

Essex County Library ESSEX BRANCH: FAMILY STORYTIME - A program for families of parents with children 19 months - 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading.

This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities.

Wednesdays (September 25 - November 13) at 10:30 am. For children 19 months - 5 years of age and caregiver. Register online or at the library.

BABY STORYTIME - A program for families of parents with infants birth - 18 months of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program is full of rhythm, rhymes, fingerplays, bounces, tickles, music, songs and simple stories.

Wednesdays (September 25 - November 13) at 11:00 am. For children birth -18 months of age and caregiver. Register online or at the library.

COTTAM BRANCH: FAMILY STORYTIME - A program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes and activities. Tuesdays (September 24 November 12) at 1:15 pm. For children under 5 years of age and caregiver.

Register online or at the library.

MCGREGOR BRANCH: FAMILY STORYTIME - A program for families of parents with children under 5 years of age to encourage a lifelong love of reading. This program includes stories, bounces, tickles, songs, rhymes, and activities. Tuesdays (September 24 November 12) at 1:30 pm. For children under 5 years of age and caregiver.

Register online or at the library.

HALLOWEEN STORIES AND CRAFT Wednesday, October 30 at 3:45 pm. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library.

Maidstone Cross submitted by Wendy Cunningham

Come out to support our K of C Council’s annual New Coats for Kids Pasta Dinner this Sunday, September 29th at Holy Name of Jesus parish hall. Tickets at the door. All proceeds to purchase new winter coats for local children.

Fire Prevention Week takes place from September 30 to October 3 at the Fire Hall in Oldcastle from 6 - 8p.m. Bring your kids for fire truck rides, games and free stuff!

The is a Pasta dinner on Tuesday, October 8th from 5 - 7p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall.

The Sandwich South Heritage Centre is opened every Saturday from 9a.m. to noon or by appointment by calling Judy Jobin at: 519-737-6628. Everyone is welcome to come and check it out!

Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes in the designated box. All are welcome.

Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut in and in

Hospice.

Antioch Christian Ministries submitted by Linda Knight

Pastor Rod spoke on what he sees prophetically for ACM in the coming season; how Jesus’ hand is on the door and He’s about to open a brand new season.

Intercessory Prayer is on Friday, 9am. Note: Praying for Canada between 10:30am-12pm.

The Stirring (for Junior High, Youth, and Young Adults) is on September 27th at 7pm.

Prayer Night is on October 1st at 7pm.

Come and pray for the elections!

Evangelism Outreach is on October 5th. Meet at Antioch at 11:30am.

Thrive Groups start the week of October 7th.

Titian Ministries Mini Golf Fundraiser is on October 6th.

Kingdom Advancement Impact Conference is from October 24-26th.

For more information, visit our website at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed!

Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman

Come join us for Sunday Service and Sunday School at 11:15 am.

We will celebrate a Baptism with our regular Worship Service. Rev. Carl will lead this special service.

Remember this is that last Sunday of the month which is Pot Luck Sunday.

Bring in a dish to share with your Church Continnued on Page 21

20 I Business Directory Essex Free Press

I

Thursday, September 26, 2019

REAL ESTATE

PLUMBING • GAS FITTING

FINANCIAL

REAL ESTATE

ROOFING

TRUCKING & EXCAVATING

REAL ESTATE

COMMERCIAL PRINTING

PLUMBING • HVAC

SERVING YOU SINCE 1974

Plumbing • Heating • HVAC Services • 238 Talbot St. W. Leamington

519-326-9018

www.grossiplumbing.ca grossi@grossiplumbing.ca

PLUMBING

FOUNDATION REPAIRS

HEARING AIDS

Don’t you deserve the best price, service and quality?

Water Proofing Slabjacking Wall Reinforcing Foundation Repairs

Free Estimates, Guaranteed Work

723-2300

www.soullieresolutions.com

HEATING & COOLING

FOUNDATION REPAIR

PLUMBING/HEATING Wayne Warkentin

WE RAISE SUNKEN CONCRETE AND FIX LEAKY BASEMENTS RVICE WE NOW SEES & ALL MAK HOME F MODELS ONCES APPLIA

20 YEARS E EXPERIENC ATES FREE ESTIM ED TE N A R GUA WORK

Slab Jacking, Buckled Foundation, Cracked Foundation, Epoxy Injection, New Concrete & Removal of old, Porch & Chimney Repair, Grade Entrance Installation, Driveways & more...

1-877-JOJACKS

(565-2257)

www.jojacks.com

Chris Warkentin

PLUMBING • HEATING • AIR CONDITIONING

GEOTHERMAL • REFRIGERATION

PLUMBING SHOWROOM • Residential • Commercial • Installations

FREE ESTIMATES 54 Mill St. E., Kingsville warkentinplumbing.ca

519-733-5832

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Community Hub / Business Directory I 21

Essex Free Press

sponsorship by:

Continued from Page 19 Family.

Need a good book or DVD? Visit our library in the round room.

Check out our website at: www.woodsleeunitedchurch.com.

THANKSGIVING DINNER: Saturday, October 5 at 3:30 - 7pm. Dine in or take-out. Tickets available from any church member. For more information or tickets, contact Elaine Mailloux at: 519-890-6312.

Coffee and Conversation: Thursday at 10am. Everyone is welcome.

Holy Name of Jesus Church Essex and Maidstone K of C councils are sponsoring a Pasta Dinner for “Coats for Kids” on Sunday, September 29th from 4 - 7p.m. at Holy Name of Jesus Parish Hall.

Tickets available after Mass or at parish office or at the door. All proceeds to purchase new winter coats for our local children.

Happy Birthday to Fr. Dave!

Next Fish Fry is on Friday, September 27th.

Life Teen night is on Sunday, September 29th at 7 p.m.

We are collecting non-perishable food for the St. Vincent de Paul for Thanksgiving.

Please drop off you donations in the baskets in the Gather Space.

There will be a silent vigil for Life Chain on Sunday, October 6th at 2:30p.m. at Talbot & Arthur Streets.

Please remember to drop off your Foodland grocery tapes, cancelled stamps, and leftover eye glasses at the designated file drawers at the Info table.

Please keep Therese Lecuyer in your prayers.

Trinity Church Keep in your prayers Brittney, Christina, Dan, Debra, Barb, David, Jane, Michael, Dorrie, Steven, Matthew and Delys. The Sanctuary Lamp burns in memory of Marie Mills, given by the congregation.

The Blessing of the Animals at St. Paul’s is on Sunday, September 29 at 2PM. Bring your pets out for this celebration. Then that same evening Trinity will have a Campfire Evensong at 7:30PM. Just a reminder to order your pies for Thanksgiving. The pie ladies are taking orders for Cherry or Apple pies, individual size or 10 inch size. You can leave a message with Sharon at 519-839-4579 or Brenda at 519-839-5184 or at the Church at 519-8395303.

Please join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the Cemetery in Cottam.

All are welcome. You can find us at www.stpaulstrinity.org.

Essex Community Services

Did you know that specialized Foot Care is provided by Essex Community Services? Our Foot Care Clinic is open to persons 55+, or any age for those unable to care for their own feet. Let our professionally trained Advanced Foot Care Nurses pamper you with nail clipping and filing, treatment of corns, calluses and ingrown nails followed by a relaxing foot/leg massage. Clinic is located at 35 Victoria Ave, Essex. The goal of our program is to increase comfort and prevent and treat problems that may lead to immobility. Got Questions? Get Answers from our friendly and knowledgeable foot care nurses on ways to keep your feet healthy and happy. Call Essex Community Services today to set up an appointment: 519-776-4231.

Woodslee Friendship Club Card player winners for the week of September 16th - 20th are: Monday Euchre George Sutherland, Flo Rivest, George Diesbourg, Irene Gignac, Richard Dahl, Veronica Granger, Mary Demars, and Mary Lou Chibi. Wednesday Pepper: - Audrey Stanley, Bernice Price, Charlie Chevalier, Mary Demars, Joan Broeders, and Joanne McMurren.

Friday night Euchre - Mary Lou Chibi, Edna Chevalier, George Sutherland, Debbie Monchamp, Irene Gignac, Jean Matalik, Roger Monchamp, and Joan Broeders. For Club information, call Claire at: 519-723-4694.

Brooker News submitted by Ruth Newman

Our doors are open to all for Family Worship on Sunday, September 29, at 10:00am.

Rob Cornies will bring the message. All are welcome.

See Bev Kerr if you would like to place flowers in the Sanctuary on Thanksgiving, in memory of loved ones.

Please remember in prayer the shut-ins and those in nursing homes.

WINDOWS & DOORS

SEWING & ALTERATIONS

PLUMBING & HEATING

SPEECH THERAPY

INSURANCE

ACCOUNTING BAKER TILLY TRILLIUM LLP 203 TALBOT ST. W., LEAMINGTON, ON N8H 1N8

PAT OUELLETTE, CPA, CA T 519.326.2666 C 519.816.9899 E pouellette@bakertilly.ca W www.bakertilly.ca

FOUNDATION REPAIRS

ACCOUNTING

PARTNER

F 519.326.7008

EXCAVATION

Chris Zelko CPA, CA Manager

ACCOUNTING

HICKS, MACPHERSON, IATONNA & DRIEDGER LLP. Chartered Professional Accountants Tyler Hicks Heather MacPherson Lindsay Iatonna Tim Driedger Ashley Meyer P.O. Box 189, 49 Erie St. N., Leamington, Ontario N8H 3W2 Phone 519-326-2681 • Fax 519-326-8044 • www.hmid.ca

LAWYER

ACCOUNTING

22 I Opinion / Sports / Community Essex Free Press

I

Thursday, September 26, 2019

A Pirates Life in Minor Football

1947 Ford coupe sits just right

submitted to EFP The Essex Pirates Atom football team stopped the U of W Lancers on fourth down and goal on its final drive, winning the exciting game 14 to 8, and improving to 2 wins and 1 loss.

Pirates Carson Mergl and Conner Rossi blocked well upfield for the whole game, while Ben Taylor, Cash McCarthy, and Joey Desmarais gave their QB time and opened holes for the players. Blaise Krause and Nate Raymond controlled the Defense line, while BJ Balaara and Cooper Britenbaugh made timely, text book tackles. The Pirates were down by 8 when Ryan

JR heading towards the winning score

Smith provided the spark with a 40-yard burst.

Braylon Travis converted an important fourth down, and Ryan finished the drive with a touchdown.

JR Kotyk scored the game winner for the Pirates on an escaping zig zag

pattern, that Captain Jack Sparrow himself would be proud of. Coaches singled out Pryce Webb for his gritty performance.

The Pirates will practice three times this week, then play the Eagles at Mic Mac Park on Sunday.

4-H - Dairy press report #6 Dale Lesperance with his low and level ’47 Ford coupe.

When I first saw the 1947 Ford coupe that Dale Lesperance of LaSalle, Ontario, brought to the Third Annual All-Ford Car Show at the historic Essex Railway Station on Friday, June 7, I was immediately reminded of my first car purchased 60 years earlier minus one day.

It was a customized 1940 Mercury convertible and it sat low and level, just like Dale’s ’47 coupe. A previous owner had installed a dropped front axle and lowered the rear to match. Like Dale’s coupe, it looked just right!

Dale’s ’47 Ford is a very nice blend of old and new, and of original and modified.

The hood ornament has been shaved off but the trunk handle is still on the trunk lid.

Inside is a steering wheel from a ’79 Mercury Versailles but the original dashboard is still there and looks good.

And the interior seats are from an ’86 Ford Aerostar but they look just as comfortable as the original ones.

Under the hood is a 302 Ford V8 from an ’88 Mustang. The front end is from a Mustang II, and parallel leaf springs ride with a 9-inch Ford rear end for modern performance and handling.

The trunk lid trim is a carryover from ’46, indicating that Dale’s car is an early ’47. Henry Ford hated throwing anything away, and if trim pieces were left over from the ’46 production run, stuck them on the ‘47s until they are all used up!

The bumpers are stock and the rear bumper looks particularly nice with the Ford script in red right in the middle.

Dale has owned the car for about 15-years. It was dark blue when he bought it and now is a very pleasing Emerald Green. It also has the eye-level brake light in the rear window and seat belts, two things unheard of in ’47.

He has travelled to many cruise nights and car shows, including the Pumpkinfest in Port Elgin and the Old Autos show every August in Bothwell.

Here’s wishing for Dale another 15-years of happy motoring with his cool ’47 Ford coupe.

I’m always looking for stories.

Email billtsherk@sympatico.ca.

submitted by Ethan Parks

were asked and we saw who knew On Friday, September 13, 2019 at their dairy stuff from this year’s 7:30pm the Essex County 4-H Dairy meetings. The Moo Crew team came club held its 6th meeting at Wridair out on top with 21 points, Dairyaires Farms. Meeting was started with the lost by 2 points. Fun was had by all!!

4-H pledge.

We followed up with a snack of We played a Dairy Trivia game. We ice cream sundaes with chocolate, made 2 teams one named Dairyaires caramel, and sprinkles! and the other Moo Crew. Questions

Thursday, September 26, 2019 I

Sports / Community I 23

Essex Free Press

73’s kick-off season with close loss to Lakeshore

Photo by Laurie Beaten: Essex forward Conor Dimbinski battles Lakeshore defenceman Mitch Chittle in Essex’s 2-1 loss last Tuesday.

by Garrett Fodor After weeks of preparation, the Essex 73’s is kicking off its 20192020 season and the Danny Anger era for the team.

Last Tuesday night, in front of a crowd of over 600 people, the Essex 73’s kicked off its regular season. It would be a test of talent after weeks of training and preparation leading up to the game as the locals faced the two-

time defending Stobbs Division champions, the Lakeshore Canadiens.

For both teams, it was their first game of the year and both teams tried to not make the first mistake.

After 20-minutes of play, the teams remained deadlocked and scoreless with Lakeshore dictating the pace of play and controlling possession.

As a result, the Canadiens outshot Essex, 10-4.

In the second period, it was Lakeshore that opened the scoring. Eric LaRue capitalized on the 73’s not getting the puck out of its defensive-end. After cycling the puck around, LaRue beat goalie Connor Meyerink. But threeminutes later, and closing out the period, Essex tied the game.

Essex then kept the puck in the offensive zone, screening goalie Nolan Hakr, and allowed defenceman Evan Prince to blast a shot through Hakr’s five-hole. Going

4-H - Dairy press report #6

submitted to Nadia Popov For our very last and final potato club meeting, we were joined by the Cloverbuds at Bradley’s Potato Farm. Steve Bradley gave us a tour of the farm and let the kids get down in the dirt digging to see what

kind of produce we could find. We found: carrots, beets, fingerling, red, blue, and yellow potatoes.

After, we went to the sorting and packaging area, where we watched the machines wash, rinse, and sort the potatoes. We learned only the perfect potatoes make it through, because they get shipped to many places such as, Frito Lay and Tim Hortons, just to name a few.

We would like to thank the generations of Bradley family members for feeding our county for years and years and especially thank Steve for the educational farm tour.

We would also like to thank our leaders for donating our time and starting the very first 4H Potato Club.

into the final intermission, Essex trailed 15-14.

Tied at one, beginning the third period, the teams quickly began to show more chemistry and structure. Unlike the first two periods, where teams combined for 26-penalty minutes, the teams did not get any special manadvantages in the third.

At five-on-five, both teams exchanged their fair share of shots and scoring chances.

Halfway through the period, the Canadiens restored their lead. This time, it was Dylan Bradley who capitalized as the recipient of a nice pass and on Meyerink being out of position. Despite Essex’s dying minutes press, Hakr and Lakeshore were able to hold their one-goal lead to earn the 2-1 win.

Shots in the game ended 22-20 in favour of Lakeshore.

Assistant Captain Jack Sanko said he is enjoying what he has seen from his team and new coach Danny Anger.

“We played a hard game one and showed a lot of potential of being a winning team again. We made a couple mistakes, but it comes with a new team and new systems,” Sanko said. “Danny’s been great so far. The boys are really clicking together and working as a team. I think we’re only going to get better from this point.”

The 73’s will continue their homestand next Tuesday as they will host the Dresden Jr. Kings for their lone game of the week. **Correction to what was reported last week, defencemen Bryce O’Brien and Sylvano Valente are not part of the Essex 73’s and are not signed to the team.**

24 I Community Essex Free Press

I Thursday, September 26, 2019

Council cuts ribbon to unveil new Townsview playground

by Sylene Argent A ribbon cutting ceremony was held last Wednesday afternoon to officially open Townsview Park (155 Morris Drive, located off Maidstone Avenue in Essex Centre).

“This is great news,” Mayor Larry Snively said, with the golden pair of scissors in his hand, as he prepared to lead the ribbon cutting. “It is great to see

more subdivisions.”

Snively thanked members of the Essex Accessibility Advisory Committee and other supporters for their help on the project. “I want to congratulate you on your hard work.

“The kids are going to love it,” he said.

The playground is open for youth to use, however, some benches, fencing,

and grass are still to be added to the area.

The new playground includes a rock wall, swings, a slide, an accessible rubber surface, as well as an accessible swing donated

by The Essex Policing Committee.

Based on criteria setforth in the Town’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan, the new playground was needed for the developing subdivision.

According to Essex Director of Community Services, Doug Sweet, part of the reasoning behind incorporating parks is to create opportunities for active living for all residents, which improves the quality of life, incorporates some green

Members of Essex Council and community supporters cut the ribbon to officially unveil the new Townsview Park playground last Wednesday.

space, and provides an opportunity for residents to meet their neighbours.

New World Park Solutions was awarded the

tender for the park after receiving input from the community.

The park was paid for through Development

Charges from the subdivision. It costed around $200,000 to install.

Second season of Thrive kicks-off through Essex United and St. Paul’s

by Sylene Argent After a successful first season of “Thrive:

A Living Manual for Families,” St. Paul’s Anglican Church and Essex United Church again joined up to host the intergenerational and interdenominational program for this schoolyear.

The Thrive program is designed to help people navigating life.

On Sunday evening, Thrive officially kickedoff with an opportunity for the participants to enjoy making a personalsized pizza for dinner, and continued with analyzing the Harry Potter series.

Reverend Christine Brouillard-Coyle said, with a popular interest in the Harry Potter series, it was selected as the theme for the first Thrive session of this schoolyear.

“Harry Potter is a lot of fun. There is a lot we can learn from things in popular culture,” she said, noting there were themes in Harry Potter those at the Thrive session could learn from.

The program began with everyone getting assigned a character, but they had to learn who their character was based on how others treated them. She noted author

On Sunday, a group of interested parishioners from St. Paul’s Anglican Church and Essex United Church gathered to attend the first Thrive Session of this schoolyear.

J.K. Rowling applied certain characteristics to some of her antagonistic characters to make the reader feel weary of them. From there, the group discussed how people treat one another, including how people can be pre-judged others in some cases.

The group also played a game where they looked at a photo for a certain amount of time to answer a question. From there, they were asked a surprise question after the photo was put away.

This activity led to a discussion on how things can be missed in every

day life and to look at the whole picture of any given situation.

Depending on how the theme resonated with the Thrive group, Brouillard-Coyle said it could be the theme for the remainder of the meetings this schoolyear.

Even if participants are unfamiliar with the series, the workshops are designed so everyone can participate.

To learn more about the program and the next meeting date, visit the Thrive: A Living Manual for Families Facebook page.