The Seeker, Issue 14, Cornwall Ontario

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Vol. 4 Issue 14 April 12, 2013

This Week in THE SEEKER

When someone is passionate about what they do, you know it.

First Healthy Living Show - a huge success

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10 Art Gallery 2013 Juried Show - great Turnout

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16 Cornwall Speedway Awards Banquet - a great evening

Stop by to visit Joe and the Crew of Adams Home Services at the Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce il 12, 13 &14th.

Spring Home and Leisure Show this weekend Apr

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Enjoying your work is one thing, the one thing that everyone hopes for in life. But enjoying your work getting to share that joy with countless clients, colleagues, friends and readers is ethereal.

It’s been ten years since Adams Home Services was conceived in Cornwall, borne out of a need for independence and the desire to help people. “I got so tired of people telling me what to do, what corners to cut. There was only ever going to be one way to deliver the kind of service that homeowners want and deserve; thus Adams Home Services was born,” says Joe of his renovation and home repair business.

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City Council Approves $155 million budget for 2013 - Cornwall City Council has approved a $155million operating and capital budget for 2013 which maintains important City programs and services and supports investments in critical infrastructure such as roads and sidewalks. The budget – which was approved during a special Council meeting on Wednesday, April 3rd – carries a tax levy increase of 2.88 per cent. For the average residential taxpayer, the increase will translate into less than 75 cents per week (or an additional $39 on the annual tax bill).

“Our residents are getting good value for their tax dollars with this budget,” said Mayor Bob Kilger. “It recognizes the need to support important services and infrastructure in our community while also being mindful of our residents’ ability to pay.”

Cornwall Spring Home & Leisure Show this weekend - The excitement is growing for the Cornwall Spring Home & Leisure Show which runs April 12th to April 14th. “With close to 100 exhibitors at the Show featuring the latest in home, garden and leisure products and services, visitors will have much to look at and the opportunity to pick up some great ideas,” reports Assistant Executive Manager, Amy Malyon. The Spring Home & Leisure begins on Friday, April 12 and continues until Sunday, April 14 all at the Cornwall Civic Complex. Tickets are just $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for students and seniors and children under 12, accompanied by an adult are free.

Arts & Culture Limelight Music Academy Cornwall Student Showcase - Student musicians will have an opportunity to showcase their talents and perform on stage for their family and friends. There will be a wide variety of musical performers on Saturday April 13th for the Limelight Music Academy Cornwall Student Showcase. The concert takes place at the Navy Club on 30 Sixth Street East from Noon to 5pm.

Student performers will be singing, playing guitar, piano drums, and other instruments, but above all

they will be having a great time doing what they love on stage. If you are a student and are planning on performing make sure to bring in your registration forms to Limelight Music and Arts Academy ASAP. For more information and to confirm your registration contact Limelight Music and Arts Academy (613) 936-2220.

SVTC Casting call for Cake Walk - With rehearsals well underway for their May production of “No Sex Please, We’re British”, the Seaway Valley Theatre Company will soon be holding auditions for their summer show. Here’s the casting call: “Cake Walk”, by Colleen Curran, Produced by Lise Richer and Sandra Latreille, and Directed by Lacie Petrynka. It takes place Sunday, April 28 and Monday, April 29, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm at Cornwall Collegiate and Vocational School, 437 Sydney Street. Five women and two men are needed, aged 18 to 60. Show dates: July 18, 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27, 7:30 pm, and a matinee Sunday July 21 at 1:30 pm at Dream Builder Studios, 2107 Second Street West.

Visit www.facebook.com/events/356759464445386 or http://svtc.ca/ for more info. Produced by special arrangement with Playwrights Canada Press.

Cornwall Band Switchgear on Oprah Winfrey Network - Cornwall’s Christine Giroux’s team appeared on the Home Renovation show “All for Nothing”, and so to did a local band. A clip of Switchgear playing “No Love” at La Maison was featured on the program that aired Monday night on the Oprah Winfrey Network The band played a fundraiser to help the local team in their television renovation quest.

the first period. Yvan Busque tied it for Saint Georges about half way through the third period.

It was an exciting finish as Anthony Pittarelli scored the go ahead goal and game winner with about a minute left on the clock. River Kings net minder Loic Lacasse was outstanding stopping 27 of 28 shots Saturday night. The Cornwall River Kings 1st Playoff Game for Round 2 will take place on Sunday April 14th in Sorel Tracy- time to be determined. The rest of the dates and times will be released soon.

Raisin River Canoe Race set for this weekend - Sunday, April 14th, 2013 is the official date of the 41st Annual Raisin River Canoe Race, Eastern Ontario’s longest canoe race. An annual rite of spring in the region, that will see hundreds of paddlers winding their way down the Raisin River, from St. Andrews West to Williamstown. The race annually attracts canoe and kayak enthusiasts from across Ontario and Quebec, with hundreds of spectators lined up along the 35km route. Everyone is invited.

SLC Sharks Athletics Department Annual Athletics Banquet The St. Lawrence College Athletics & Recreation honoured its student-athletes from the Cornwall campus, at their annual awards ceremony at the Ramada Inn & Conference Centre on Thursday April 4th. This year’s major award winners went out to Jenay Morin and Connor Primeau from the women’s and men’s hockey teams.

Sports & Lifestyle Rod McLeod scores big for Girls Hockey Cornwall has scored another big hockey win, but this victory didn’t come on the ice. Long-time Cornwall girls hockey coach and community volunteer Rod McLeod was named one of the winners in Kraft Hockey Goes On, a contest which celebrates hockey supporters across the country. Mr. McLeod’s reward was a $20,000 prize which will go to the Cornwall Girls Hockey Association.

River Kings win first ever playoff series The Cornwall River Kings defeated Saint Georges 2-1 last Sunday night, and with their victory advanced to the next round of the playoffs. Nicolas Corbeil opened the scoring for the River Kings, giving them an early 1-0 lead in

SLC Sharks Host Successful Hockey Alumni Weekend - It was a successful weekend for the SLC Sharks hockey coaching staff and St. Lawrence College Athletics staff at the first ever Sharks Hockey Alumni Weekend. Over 100 current, former, and Sharks family and friends attended the inaugural event that brought back players to reconnect, reminisce, and to play Sharks hockey once again. “It was great seeing so many former players tonight. We had a great turnout, and it really builds up for the games and pub night on Saturday” said Sharks coach Sean Boulerice added. Players from several generations enrolled, including a few members from the original Road Runners team from the mid 1970’s.

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a. Ontario can create jobs again, bogged down entrepreneurs in regulations and North Americ government takes action to allow Time to get serious have made doing business in Ontario very but only if its to grow and stop the overspending expensive. Businesses that are trying to hang on businesses about Jobs our services at risk. A government’s here, are dealing with the highest electricity rates that puts all Letter by: to create jobs, but to foster in North America, and the highest WSIB rates and role is not and job creators – establishing an MPP Jim McDonell proper ty taxes in Canada. We have seen innovators and environment that encourages the private Ontario Premier Kathleen companies leaving our province in frustration our sector to grow, invest and create skilled jobs Wynne recently hosted a taking tens of thousands of jobs with them to ucture and and states. The McGuinty- that contribute towards new infrastr round table on jobs right here in Cornwall. Read neighboring provinces and social care health as such s, benefit ted our once leading social about it here. Local MPP Jim McDonell writes, “It is Wynne policies have decima shedding another 5,700 services. time to get serious about Jobs”. Read his opinion manufacturing sector, 300,000 in total since Ontario is blessed with an abundance of natural than jobs last month, more piece here: force, coming to power. The message is always the same; resources and a highly motivated work only by jobs, start 58,000 to lost need We sector help. in private te ’s some compe needs Ontario it but longer month, Last our Ontario businesses can no afford, also can March we n. as ment recessio the govern we since as much as heard decline having the largest Ontario. But the message is not being marked the 75th consecutive month that Ontario’s see new taxes being implemented again this getting our fiscal house in order, reducing red unemployment rate was higher than the national month with the new trades tax and the Eco tax tape by eliminating the more than 386,000 average. With Ontario’s economy in serious trouble increase of up to 2,200% on farm and other off pieces of regulation by at least a third, treating affordable energy as a cornerstone of our and after more than six years of below average –road tires. When is enough, enough? ial provinc our see economic growth and by modernizing our performance, one would expect to . strategy similar labour legislation to deal with the new realities government implementing a job creation Eighteen years ago, Ontario was in a with nt pied of the twenty-first century. The decisions won’t But sadly, we see a government preoccu financial mess after ten years of mismanageme clinging to power and putting the desires of special by consecutive Liberal and NDP governments that be easy, but if anyone believes that we can interest groups ahead of the needs of the 600,000 resulted in cuts in services and jobs. Back then, the again prosper without cutting government Ontarians who woke up this morning without a job or people of Ontario turned to a fiscally responsible spending, then let me remind them, we have a any job prospects.

PC government to lead them back to prosperity billion dollar power plant to sell to you. It’s time and as history shows, Ontario’s economy roared to put the people of Ontario first and change to Over their reign, the McGuinty-Wynne Liberals have ahead and became the leading job creator in a government that will make them a priority. enacted a long list of policy changes that have

Balancing the Books Letter by: MP Guy Lauzon The following is a statement from SDSG MP Guy Lauzon: One of the most important and critical elements of our Conservative Governments’ 2013 Budget is the commitment to balance the books by 2015. Just like one’s personal or family finances, our country has to be prudent when it comes to income and expenses.

You can’t continue to spend more than you earn.

After being elected to form government in 2006, we set out to pay down our debt. Between 2006 and the beginning of the recession in 2008, we reduced our

country’s overall debt by $37 million. In August of 2008 our national debt was at its lowest level in 25 years. When the recession hit during the summer of 2008, Canada was in a much better position than any other G7 country to deal with the worst global recession in over 70 years.

reduce overall debt, our Government announced $1.7 billion in savings with Budget 2013. We will do this by examining departmental spending to ensure that government operations are managed as efficiently as possible.

When the recession hit we made a deliberate decision to go into a temporary deficit to protect our economy and jobs. While other countries are struggling with out of control debt, Canada is in the best financial position of all G-7 countries. Our net debt to GDP ratio is 35.8 % – the lowest amongst the G-7. Germany is second at 58.4% and the average amongst the G-7 is 80.4%.

Our plan to get back to balanced budgets is working. We have reduced the deficit by over 50% in the past 2 years. Budget 2013 will build on the success we’ve had over the last two years. To

We will also reduce travel expenses through the use of technology for remote meeting solutions like telepresence and video conferencing. Further, we will standardize government technology systems to reduce duplication, increase efficiency and save money. Tax loopholes will also be closed, ensuring everyone pays their fair share and taxes remain low and competitive. These actions should ensure that the deficit is in fact eliminated by 2015.

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“About The House”

COVER STORY CONT. When someone is passionate about what they do, you know it.

Enjoying your work is one thing, the one thing that everyone hopes for in life. But enjoying your work getting to share that joy with countless clients, colleagues, friends and readers is ethereal.

It’s been ten years since Adams Home Services was conceived in Cornwall, borne out of a need for independence and the desire to help people. “I got so tired of people telling me what to do, what corners to cut. There was only ever going to be one way to deliver the kind of service that homeowners want and deserve; thus Adams Home Services was born,” says Joe of his renovation and home repair business.

Referred to by many as Cornwall’s answer to Mike Holmes, he’s dedicated to providing the people of Cornwall with quality, affordable home repairs and renovations. The core principal of this entrepreneur is seamlessly blending modern technologies with traditional craftsmanship to build beauty and efficiency into homes new and old that will last for generations.

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“If you do right by your first customer, that’s all the advertising you’ll ever need.

When people trust you enough to refer you to their friends and family you know you’re on the right track. It feels good to be trusted by your customers and your community.” Trusted not only by homeowners, he is referred by businesses throughout the community. “For the last decade I have had the privilege of working with the best tradespeople in Cornwall every day. The men and women I refer are not only the best in Cornwall, they’re the best in the business; they love what they do and are proud to serve our community.”

Adams Home Services is a member of the Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce and the Seaway Valley Construction and Trades Association. Joe is actively involved in local minor sports as both coach and sponsor not to mention an avid supporter of High School Co-op education. He has been a regular contributor in the Seeker almost since its inception and continues to offer his advice in his weekly column ‘About the House’.

Adams Home Services is not a new home builder. Their focus is on repairing, remodelling, and restoring existing homes. They build quality home additions and accessory buildings. “Our projects range from $100 to $100,000 and everything in between. From installing a dishwasher to remodelling a kitchen or bathroom to complete home makeovers,” says Joe about Adams Home Services, “we do it all!”

Stop by to visit Joe and the Crew of Adams Home Services at the Cornwall and Area Chamber of Commerce Spring Home and Leisure Show this weekend April 12, 13 &14th.

You can follow Joe Adams each week here in the Seeker, or follow Adams Home Services on Facebook. All issues of ‘About the House’ are available on www.adamshomeservices.blogspot.ca.

Reach Joe anytime for all your renovation needs and free estimates at 613-551-5932 or historicproperties@adamshomeservices.ca and visit www.adamshomeservices.ca to view the galleries of other satisfied customers’ projects.

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PASSION for FASHION by Marlene Baker

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Hi Everyone, Marlene here hoping that you had a most wonderful week... getting yourselves ready for SPRING/SUMMER. Now, that Spring is finally here..It's time for you to be looking into your closets, storage boxes suitcases, into basements and even your attics for your Spring & Summer Shoes that were put away so many months ago. Also you can go looking at the many Thrift stores; like the Salvation Army, Agape, and Value Village for very, affordable Spring/Summer footwear. Ardene's is another place to shop for shoes and other affordable accessories.

SHOES are the "icing" to any and every outfit..The "right shoe" can make or break a "Look" Shoes can make us, ladies feel and look so good...They can make us feel sexxy...naughty, giddy, younger...My! My! I'm going on and on.. I may like shoes a little, too much.. What girl doesn't??? hehe Shoes have to fit you properly and have a heel that you can walk in and feel comfortable in...(most times)...

There are "certain times," that one has to wear a pair of shoes, that are out of your "comfort zone"...like for a prom or wedding or a night out on the town.But, you DO have to practice walking in them (at home) before the Special Event. Even now with changing from your comfortable boots you should be "practicing" wearing your Spring shoes in and around at home getting your feet ready willing and able to wear the higher heels that your feet have not been used to wearing after so many months in hibernation.

Time to paint your toes, Girls and get your feet all pretty-uped to be showcased in your Spring/Summer shoesies

TIME for the BOOTS to be put away( until next Fall. Unless they are your "rubber boots," for all the muddery and water. Time for the FUN & COLOURFUL Spring/Summer Shoes to be put on, for display.

Until next week Keep Smiling for after all ...The Best Makeup is your "Smile". There is no Beauty, like the one that comes from inside of you.

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SNIPPETS OF NEWS THIS WEEK from www.theseeker.ca The Seeker is Cornwall’s Number One Print Media on the Web – Alexa Canada The morning of April 11th 2013 is a special day for The Seeker, because this is the first time The Seeker ranks #1 among all of Cornwall Ontario’s print media newspapers on the web.

This ranking is based on Alexa’s Canadian stats. The lower your ranking the better, so for example Google ranks #1 and Facebook ranks #2 in Canada.

Here is a list of the rankings of Cornwall’s four print media newspapers on the web.

Cornwall Ontario’s Top Print Media Websites as of the Morning of April 11th 2013: (Source Alexa – Canada Stats)

(Source Alexa – Canada Stats)

1. cornwallfreenews.com – 4,540 2. theseeker.ca – 6,678 3. standard-freeholder.com – 6,985 4. ourhometown.ca – 11,396 5. thecornwalldaily.com – 17,098 7. cornwallseawaynews.com – 38,941

2. standard-freeholder.com – 6,985 3. editionap.ca – 32,486 4. cornwallseawaynews.com – 38,941

This is the first time the website of another print media newspaper from Cornwall ranks ahead of the Standard Freeholder. Alexa, which is a subsidiary company of Amazon.com, provides stats and rankings for websites. It is not an exact science, however it is the simplest way to gauge the popularity of one website to the next. In addition to the Standard Freeholder, The Seeker also ranks ahead of Le Journal and the Cornwall Seaway News.

A few months ago The Seeker gave it’s print newspaper and it’s website a make-over, we have been working hard to improve content, and improve our social media presence. The hard work is paying off, our web traffic has grown exponentially! We even have a new URL! We are now theseeker.ca (and no longer thelocalseeker.com).

by Kris Ward

Cornwall Ontario’s Top Media Websites as of the morning of April 11th 2013:

6. editionap.ca – 32,486

1. theseeker.ca – 6,678

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Among all media in Cornwall, the Seeker now ranks #2 overall, our highest ranking to date. We rank ahead of Ourhometown and ahead of Corus Entertainment owned online news website The Cornwall Daily. The Cornwall Free News ranks #1 among all Cornwall Ontario media on the web, and has ranked number one for all of 2013. Here are the rankings for all media in Cornwall.

Cornwall Connections I am back after another weekend spent in Cornwall. It was a working weekend where we greeted close to a hundred former SLC Sharks Hockey Alumni. The multi-generational gathering included former players of the Roadrunners as well as a mix of male and female Sharks hockey players. The players enjoyed the meet and greet on Friday night at the College and then hit the ice for back to back games at the Benson Centre where the players and their families could watch the games from the spectacular Pommier Room. We ended on a high note at the Sharks Tank Pub on Saturday night. The Shiners entertained the players and a late night poutine bar capped off a fun-filled memorable weekend for the players.

After spending the last few weekends in Cornwall, I was back in my office in Kingston where I am starting to get to know more people. I still remember those first weeks where I felt a little lost and homesick, but one of the first friendly faces that greeted me and really made me feel welcome when I transferred was Donna Silver-Smith. Donna is the Program Manager of the Centre for Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement at St. Lawrence College, and she spends a substantial amount of time in Cornwall.

She has a special place in her heart for Cornwall and area. Her program delivery in Cornwall means that she spends weeks at a time in my hometown and has made many friends here, she’s explored our city and she even shops here. We got together for a break where she shared

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This is an interesting paradigm shift, because the top two rated media websites in Cornwall Ontario on the web are both independently and locally owned. We know that Alexa rankings are not the be all and end all, however being the first print media in town to ever rank ahead of the Standard Freeholder on the web is an amazing accomplishment! At the end of the day we can’t focus too much on rankings, we need to keep focusing on creating the best possible product we can for our readership.

Thank you everyone for reading the Seeker, thank you for visiting us online, and thank you for making us #1 among all print media in Cornwall Ontario on the web.

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some of her delicious home baked goodies and we talked about my hometown.

She knows that moving away was not an easy thing for me to do, and after spending a considerable amount of time in town, she knows why I miss it so much. A few weeks back I mentioned my weekly column in the Seeker and Donna went online and read my past columns and will pick up a copy next time she is in town. She wears a beautiful Pandora bracelet and after meeting Andre Pommier a great ambassador for Cornwall, she purchased her latest charm at Pommier Jewellers.

Donna has a passion for business, and her delivery of the Leadership and professional development courses in Cornwall and Kingston should not be missed http://www.slccorporatelearning.com I would love to sit in at one of her classes, as I will always have a soft spot for business, and it is an area where no matter if you are a newbie or a veteran business person, it is always a good idea to receive training and hone your skills.

As I write this I am preparing for another visit to Cornwall in regards to the Supply Chair programs and plans at the Cornwall campus. The Supply Chain sector is growing in Cornwall and area and St. Lawrence College is launching the Logistics and Supply Chain Management one year post graduate program in September 2013 and recently introduced the Supply Chain & Logistics Techniques and the Warehouse Worker Program.

Although I do not live in Cornwall anymore, it still feels like home to me, and when I am missing it, I know who I can go and see in Kingston; and she makes treats too.

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FIVE QUESTIONS with Graham Greer

Graham Greer is an award winning musician and songwriter who has played notable gigs such as Ottawa's Bluesfest and Cornwall's Lift-off.

He was also a member of the band Barstool Prophets which released four albums. A quick summary: The band was signed to Mercury Records, a subsidiarie of Universal Music Group, and their music videos were aired on Much Music and MTV. They had a couple of hit songs on Canadian radio in the mid 1990s, and their tune "Paranoia" was included on the movie sound track Never Talk to Strangers.

The Barstool Prophets recently reunited for a show in Cornwall, and now have some upcoming gigs in the works. They are booked to play a concert on Friday April 12th at Mavericks in downtown Ottawa. The event is being presented by The Bear 106.9 FM and by Spectrasonic productions.

In addition to his own music career, Greer is heavily involved in arts and culture in his hometown. He works as Communications Coordinator for Aultsville Theatre, and amongst other things, he volunteers as a lay person on the City of Cornwall's Cultural Committee. He also mentors younger musicians, and records other musicians songs at his home studio.

Graham Greer answers five questions for the Seeker. This interview was conducted by Jason Setnyk.

1. The Barstool Prophets disbanded in 1999, reunited again for a few shows in the mid2000s, and disbanded again. Why is the band coming back together now, what is the motivation? Is it for creative and artistic pursuits, pure nostalgia, or something else?

2013 is the 20th anniversary of the release of our indie CD 'Deflowered'. There had been some talk amongst BP bandmates about doing a few shows this year to commemorate that anniversary. So, when the Hospital

Foundation folks contacted me to play a benefit last December at La Maison, I was able to make a few calls and offer them BP instead.

The fellas were gracious enough to agree to my plan to do the show free of charge and it offered us a chance to scrape the rust off and see if 2013 shows were even plausible. In the end it was a win/win all around. We were also recently granted clearance from Universal Music to compile a CD of favourites, out-takes and live recordings into a 20th anniversary CD package, so we'll see how that pans out in the coming months. Barstool Prophets are playing at Maverick's in Ottawa April 12th.

2. You have played some amazing gigs with your band and as a solo artist, you met with and collaborated with some remarkable people, but is there a single moment or memory that stands out for your beyond anything else?

Please share it with us.

There would be two actually: i) Barstool Prophets were the opening band for the first Dave Matthews Band performance in Canada at Lee's Palace in Toronto in 1994. I had read about them in Rolling Stone the month prior but hadn't heard their music yet. To see them live that night, and meet such a bunch of down-to-earth fellas on the brink of fame, was truly inspiring. ii) I had the great pleasure of doing a solo acoustic set opening for one of my musical heroes, David Lindley, at the Opera House in Toronto back in 1995. Mr. Lindley is a legendary slide guitarist and multi-instrumentalist best know for his powerful work alongside Jackson Browne and Ry Cooder as well as being credited with teaching Ben Harper how to play. After soundcheck, he sat with me in the dressing room for 2 hours telling me stories of crazy nights at the Playboy Mansion and answering every single one of my many questions about his instruments and career. I became an even bigger fan that night and bought my first lapsteel guitar not long afterwards. A wonderful human.

3. You are a member of Cornwall's Cultural Committee, and you studied the Culture Plan.

In your opinion what does the City of Cornwall need to do, what do artists need to do, and what does business need to do to increase the viability and visibility of the Art Sector? What kind of infrastructure and/or programs would be beneficial to this region for both artists and economic development through arts and culture?

In my opinion, there is no one answer to 'increasing viability and visibility of the Arts Sector'; there is no one building or system of

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programs that is going to serve as a lynchpin to aid the Arts in rolling along smoothly in our community. The broad cross-section of 'arts-minded' people (the majority of whom are appreciative of the Arts but not necessarily 'artists') who've chosen to invest their time serving on the Municipal Cultural Advisory Committee only illustrates the need for broader consideration and openmindedness amongst all of the groups in all of the realms you've mentioned above.

4. You have been a professional musician for twenty-some years, but now you work as Communications Coordinator for Aultsville Theatre. Have you learned anything new about arts and culture and event promotion from your experiences at the Theatre over the past year? Tell us about it.

Yes: Filing cabinets eat file folders like clothes driers eat socks.

5. You have helped mentor young musicians, and record musicians at your studio. What can you teach people who are novices to the music industry, and vice-versa what have you learned by working with a diverse group of young aspiring musicians and artists?

I've forged my overall life outlook on the basic credo 'Do what you like and you'll like what you do' and I learned very early on that my art works best and connects most when it begins in a place that pleases me, even though it may ultimately be coloured by the musical brushes of other talented folks after inception. I've always tried to surround myself with positive, talented people (who aren't adverse to heavy doses of sarcasm and twisted humour) who share that mentality and strived to enjoy what I was doing when I was doing it. Straying from that credo happens from time to time, but the stray gets easier to recognize and recover from as I get older. I don't necessarily try to instill my ethic in younger folks I work with, but I'm fairly sure it's apparent and I hope it gets passed on by osmosis.

Thank you Graham for the interview, The Seeker would like to wish you the best of success!

Graham Greer's music is available on iTunes, Rhapsody and Amazon, as well as via HMV, mymusic.com and at all Chapters/Indigo outlets.

Visit Graham Greer's website: www.grahamgreer.com

Also find Graham Greer and Barstool Prophets on Facebook and Twitter.

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for giving us a hand as well. Thanks to Debbie DeBellefeuille for her help with the technical side of things during the Fair. Aurore Pilon (Baldwin House rep) for welcoming everyone at the door.

Our first Healthy Living Wellness Fair held on Saturday, April 6th was a Huge success!! Over 350 people walked through the doors. We raised $1182.00 for Maison Baldwin House, that in itself is AWESOME!! I thank all the vendors in doing their part in helping get the word out any way that they could, this was a true group effort from day one.

We unfortunately could not predict how many people would attend the event. We were all pleasantly surprised to see so many of you taking part in this great day! Thank you so much for coming out, we promise that the next one will be held in a bigger venue where there will be plenty of room and new vendors to meet and greet for sure. Sorry for any inconvenience with parking and feeling over-crowded. Thank you for your patience and positive criticism, it will for sure help us improve this incredible event.

There is always room for improvement in any event of this size…. Thanks for coming out to support local businesses. I already have great ideas where it can be held next year…. Hopefully a venue with a separate room where we could have demos and speakers, this would make it more personal and keep the noise level down just a little. It will only get better with time.

I would like to personally thank my partner in organizing the event, Mary Brink (local celiac support group), all the vendors, my amazing husband Mario Thibert for his support and love, my son Alex Thibert and Kaylee McCormick for working their community hours at the Fair. Colette Struthers (owner of Bold Signs) for generously donating the advertising sign for the event as well as the administrators of Primrose Manor for allowing us to use their property for the sign. Thank you to The Seeker, Seaway News, Standard Freeholder, The Journal, and the two local radio stations, for helping us get the word out. Thank you to Pastor Roy Stephenson for allowing us to use his beautiful church hall and Youth Pastor Paul L’Ecuyer

I would like to remind everyone that Maison Baldwin House accepts donations for women and children. This can be clothing, toys, money, food etc… Let’s not forget that many of these clients arrive in the middle of the night, frightened and worried. They leave with clothing on their back and that is it. They need to start everything fresh, especially making the children feel secure. This is what this amazing non-profit organization offers, safety and caring.

They have been a part of our community for years and we need to support them anyway that we can. Thank you!

Just a reminder that I am hosting a healthy eating cooking seminar (snacks, main meals and desserts) on Saturday , April 20th, 1 to 4 pm. I demonstrate 6 recipes, you taste test these and more, receive all the recipes and information after the seminar via e-mail. Please contact me for more information. It is a great way to get all the information that you need on healthy living before the summer months. It has changed many lives and it truly shows you how easy it can be to live your best life ever!! Go ahead and invest in yourself!!!

This will be my last seminar until Fall…I need to gather up some energy for the Farmers’ Market (The Brick parking) that will start at the beginning of June.

In health ...

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Here’s a list of some of its physiological benefits: Posture improves Sleep improves Weight normalizes Immunity increases Pain decreases Balance improves Blood pressure decreases Joint flexibility increases Strength increases Eye-hand coordination improves

Why Practice Yoga?

Yoga, yoga, yoga! You see and hear it everywhere: in TV commercials, at your local ATM kiosk, in your favorite TV shows, and in your local gyms and spas. What is the BIG deal with Yoga? Well, I am here to tell you. Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual discipline that helps the body strengthen and to gain more flexibility in the joints. It is a practice that focuses on the breath so that you can really oxygenate your body and mind. It is a time for you to forget about the chaos around you, go deep within and rejuvenate yourself. In a typical class, you will be guided through a series of postures, breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation techniques. Many people who have come to Spirit Tree Yoga Studio have reported that yoga has saved them, has helped them through their life. What I have seen, is people being transformed. Their heart’s open up and they become kinder, gentler, more compassionate and happier people. Many of you are maybe thinking: “I want that!” All I can say is that you have to Do Yoga to Experience Yoga. There is a saying: “You get out of life what you put into it.” This is so true. If you want to feel better, be happier and have more peace of mind, then you need to Do Yoga!!

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And here’s a list of some of its psychological benefits: Mood improves Anxiety and depression decrease Memory and concentration improve Attention improves Self-acceptance and self-esteem increase Well-being increases After reading the lists of benefits you might be saying “Why am I not doing yoga”!! If you suffer from anxiety, depression, arthritis, fibromyalgia, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, then you really owe it to yourself to see what yoga is all about. Even if you are fit and healthy, yoga can help with stress and keeping you fit and healthy. Now is the time to make a change in your health and wellness!! Come see us at Spirit Tree Yoga at 52 Pitt Street.

We have a beautiful new warm and serene studio that will just lift your spirits.

We have a couple of Introductory Workshops coming up that will open up this beautiful world of yoga to you: Sunday, April 14th 1-3:30pm Introduction to Yin Yoga $25 Wednesday, April 24th 7-9pm Introduction to Yoga $25 I look forward to meeting you!

Namaste, Lisa Blanchard www.spirittreeyoga.net

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NEWS THIS WEEK from www.theseeker.ca Healthy Living Wellness Fair a huge success Article and Photos by Jason Setnyk

Cornwall Ontario -- Healthy living is big business if the turn out at the first ever Healthy Living Wellness Fair was any indication. Several hundred people attended the Fair on Saturday afternoon, browsing and purchasing various products. There were about thirty vendors selling and promoting healthy living products, there were demonstrations, and there was even Zumba dancing.

Sylvie Thibert was one of the organizers, and she was truly pleased with how the event turned out, and how much money was raised to benefit Baldwin House.

"This Fair truly surpassed all of my expectations. It really made me realize how long our community has been waiting for this one of a kind event. I felt very privileged to be there as a vendor, living out my passion of healthy lifestyles. What an honor to be surrounded by so many amazing, local vendors. Raising over $1000 for Baldwin House is the cherry on top", said Thibert.

Shannon Champagne of A Lil' Pole Fitness was a counsellor for Baldwin House, and that made this benefit and event extra special for her.

"I was honored to be asked to be a part of this wonderful event with all of these wonderful people and vendors. This event really touched home for me. I was a counsellor for Baldwin House for a couple of years and I know all of the hard work and dedication that goes into what they do. A Lil'Pole Fitness is all about movement, strength, and also self-esteem. I was completely overwhelmed by the positive feedback and encouragement we received, the smiling faces, and the curiosity. Cornwall is such a great place and I am privileged to be able to contribute back to it. I just want to say, Thank you Cornwall�, said Champagne.

Megan Renee Crossthwaite was another vendor at this year's show. "I was proud to be able to represent Cornwall Spine Care Plus at the fair. It was a great chance to meet others invested in healthcare and to educate the community about the clinic, as well as myself as a Registered Massage Therapist", she explained.

The Seeker would like to congratulate the organizers and participants. The 2013 Healthy Living Wellness Fair was a huge success!

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7:00 pm at the library.

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SATURDAY, APRIL 20 - 10 am to 4 pm INTERNATIONAL ASTRONOMY DAY See a variety of telescopes on the library's front terrace See the sun with a solar telescope.

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CHALLENGING & FUN GAMES CHECK MATES FOR KIDS AND TEENS Saturdays - 2:00 pm ADULT FRIENDLY BRIDGE CLUB & ADULT CHESS CLUB Wednesdays - 6:30 pm SCRABBLE - Thursdays - 1:30 pm

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Cornwall & Area Chamber of Commerce Spring Home & Leisure Show 4pm to 9pm Cornwall Civic Complex Vagabond Presents A Coupla White Chicks Sitting around Talking April 12th, 13th, 18th, 19th & 20th at 8 pm. April 14th at 1:30 pm. Dream Builder Studio, 2107 2nd St. W. Tickets 15$ at Scotiabank, Brookdale Center Motley Crue Tribute band Crued on Friday April 12th @ La Maison in Cornwall.

Friday Night Out At Wing 424 from 4:30 pm with music after 5 pm, 240 Water St. W. Special: hot hamburger steak with sauteed onions & gravy, fish & chips.

SAT April 13

Canadian Cancer Society 75th Anniversary Open House from 10 am to 1 pm. Volunteer awards at 11 am.

Benson Center, Automotive Room, 800 7th St.W. Info on Relay for Life, volunteers, research & more.

Indoor Garage Sale from 9 to 1 pm.

Cornwall Pentecostal Church, 208 2nd St. E.. Many items all priced to sell 50's & 60's Sock Hop with DJ Georgie at 8 pm. Navy Club, 30 Sixth St. E. Light luncheon & door prizes.

Admission: 5$ Cornwall Concert Music Series featuring Bax and Chung @ Aultsville Theatre in Cornwall.

Alison Wonderland @ Lola's Pub in Cornwall.

The Magic of David Jans @ Rangatangs in Cornwall.

SUNDAY April 14

Chicken Dinner Fundraiser – Cornwall Legion – $10. to benefit the Patrons of St. Columban Foundation

Worship and the Word with Pastor Brad Montsion - 10:30am at fountaingate Christian Assembly, 949 Mohawk Drive.

Felicity Brown and Colleen Fitzpatrick sing their hearts out at Trinity Anglican Church at 3 p.m. Admission in $10.00 at the door and there will be a reception afterwards. Please consider bringing a non-perishable item for the food bank.

Raisin River Canoe Race The 41st Annual Raisin River Canoe Race is taking place on April 14 and will once again feature over 300 paddlers along the beautiful Raisin River. http://www.rrca.on.ca/

MON April 15

7-Week Course: Train for Today’s Office – TCLC – Free - Learn the essential skills needed to work in an office, meet interesting guest speakers, and practice learnt skills in real-life situations. To register, call Tri-County Literacy Council at 613-932-7161 .

Cornwall Quilters Guild Monthly Meeting at 7 pm. St. Matthews Lutheran Church Hall, 1509 2nd St. W.

TUESDAY April 16 Women's Peer Cancer Support Group Meeting from 7 pm to 9 pm.

Carefor, 205 Amelia St. Topic: colon cancer. Call 613.932.3451, ext 225 for more information.

WED April 17

SMART CITY TOASTMASTERS CLUB- offers you the opportunity to learn communication skills and gives you the practical leadership experience in a positive environment. Meetings are on the 1st&3rd Wednesdays of each month@ St. Lawrence Secondary School (library), 1450 2nd St. East. 6:45 to 8:45 pm. Info: Bob LeBrun(613)9324792 or Claudette Pilon(613)938-2394.

Meet & Greet With Author Anne Raina at 7 pm. Cornwall Public Library, 45 2nd St. E. Author of Clara's Rib: A

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St. Joseph’s Secondary School Rain Barrel Sale 55$ each. Orders must be placed online in advance at RainBarrel.ca/SJCSSecoteamfundraiser St. Peter's Parish Spring Tea from 1 pm to 3 pm. 2900 2nd St. E. Admission: 6$.

Sandwiches & desserts, white elephant and bake tables.

Ladies Auxiliary Euchre Party at 1:30 pm. Blessed Sacrament Church Hall, 321 Tollgate Rd. E. Prizes & lunch served.

THUR April 18

Royal Canadian Legion Seniors Euchre at 1:30 pm. 415 2nd St. W. Tea and coffee served.

FRI April 19

Junkyard Symphony A great mix of comedy, musical talent and crazy antics, Junkyard Symphony reuses ordinary objects to create great music and an exciting performance. Tickets $10 available at Scotiabank Corus Caring Hearts RadtioThon live on CJSS FM, Variety 104 & simulcast on TVCOGECO. 6 am - 7 pm call 613.935.7762 and help support the Cornwall Community Hospital Foundation CareFor Walk-In Nursing Clinc from 11 am to 3 pm, 205 Amelia St. Registered nurse on site for health counselling, blood pressure checks, diabetes & cholesteral checks etc.

Dave Paupst Snowsuit Fund presents YukYuks on Friday April 19th @ Spotlight Lounge/City Limits in Cornwall.

Quilt exhibit and documentary at NAV April 19-21 Quilt of Belonging at NAV Centre NEW! Quilt Documentary & Youth Project 10:00 am – 9:00 pm NAV Centre, 1950 Montreal Road, Free Admission

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Artist, Know Yourself!

Caterpillar: Who are YOU? Alice: This was not an encouraging opening for a conversation. I -- I hardly know, sir, just at present -- at least I know who I was when I got up this morning, but I think I must have been changed several times since then.

by Sandra Taylor Hedges

POSTCARDS FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF MY BRAIN

SEEKING THE ARTS • SEEKING THE ARTS

As a child I loved the story of Alice in Wonderland, then it was a silly series of adventures for Alice in a wonderful upside down sort of place. As an adult reading it, I realized that Lewis Carroll also had a serious message about what it feels like to be an Artist. Perhaps he was trying to illustrate to the readers what life was like for creative people living in a very ordered and serious world. Did Alice represent the “Left Brain Thinkers” of the world entering into the mind of a “Right Brain, Creative Person”? I would like to think so as many of the crazy things that went on in Wonderland are way too familiar to the stuff that goes on in the Artist mind.

“It'll be no use their putting their heads down and saying "Come up again, dear!"

I shall only look up and say "Who am I then?

Tell me that first, and then, if I like being that person, I'll come up: if not, I'll stay down here till I'm somebody else"--but, oh dear!' cried Alice Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll

Some days we feel just like Alice, lost in who we are. Our vision of who we should be and who we have become seems to conflict with each other. What are we to do about it? How do we get where we want to be or be the person we think we are? Who exactly are we anyway?

The answer to the question “Who am I?” is simply as The Duchess states: Be what you would seem to be…

You cannot be an Accountant, Lawyer, Car Salesperson if you are truly an Artist; oh you will be able to do those jobs and you may do an excellent job of it, but somewhere deep inside your soul you are crying just like Alice. It’s not easy to be an Artist, we have one of the most difficult challenges there is to a profession and that is selling our Creative Brainchild(s). We aren’t trying to sell widgets or count money and then at the end of the day go home and forget about all that till the next day. We carry who we are and what we do around with us all day, all night and even when we sleep. When people don’t want what we have we feel personally rejected.

Yes, the life of an Artist is a hard one but remember this, it is a hundred times more difficult to be an Accountant when your heart wants to be the Artist you know you are. Trust me on this as I have spent more than half of my working life trying to do just that and it almost drove me insane.

Once you know who you are then all you have to do is figure out where to go from here. That, my friends, is the hard part. It’s not impossible but I won’t kid you the Artist life isn’t for sissies!

“Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?" asked Alice "That depends a good deal on where you want to get to." said the Cheshire Cat "I don't much care where –" said Alice Cheshire Cat: "Then it doesn't matter which way you go.”

Alice in Wonderland, Lewis Carroll Actually it can be easier than that if you do care, make a plan, work the plan, change the parts that don’t work and never lose the faith! First before all that, know who you are!

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THE SEEKER PUBLISHES LOCAL THROUGH THE LENS PHOTOGRAPHERS Cornwall Ontario — Photographer Claude Bissonnette created the “Through the Lens” page on Facebook as a place for local photographers to display their talents online, have discussions, network, and learn from each other.

My name is Pierre (Pete) Levac.

I was born, raised, and continue to work in Cornwall.

Every week The Seeker will publish a photograph by a different local photographer from the Cornwall area (including the Counties of SDSG and Akwesasne).

Submission Guidelines: You must

like Through the Lens on Facebook to participate. Email up to three black and white photos to info@theseeker.ca. Photos not submitted in black and white will be converted into black and white by us. You must include a short bio (up to 25 words) and you have the option to include a website URL for your photography website or page. If one of your photos does not get selected this week, one still may get published in a future week.

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NEWS THIS WEEK from www.theseeker.ca The Art Gallery 2013 Annual Juried Exhibition Winners Article and Photos by Jason Setnyk

Cornwall Ontario -- It was a full house at The Art Gallery in Cornwall today for the Annual Juried Exhibition Awards Ceremony.

This was a record year for the Annual Juried Exhibition. “We received 170 pieces of art this year. It is a record year!”, says Executive Director Sylvie Lizotte.

Here are the three winners of the 2013 Juried Exhibition: 1st Place - Chad Coleman - "Spell Bender" 2nd Place - Richard Labelle - "Snowy Owl" 3rd Place - Kim Pelletier - "Un Depanneur L'Hiver"

Chad Coleman (below far left) explains what this 1st place award means to him, "To have the jurors select me for first place is very motivating.

This award accompanies myself and my creations as we enter the next level of this world called "art". Having the support of Sylvie and T.A.G. over the years opened doors for myself and my art. And to share this moment with them is awesome. I have only been creating this medium for a few years now, so I look forward to see what lies ahead."

Chair of the Art Gallery Carilyne Hébert said afterwords, "I'm thrilled with the success of the Juried Show! It is proof of the incredible artistic community we have here in Cornwall and SDG".

Hébert congratulated all the winners, participants, and people behind the scenes who worked hard to make this event possible.

This exhibit takes place from April 2nd to May 10th 2013. People can vote for the "People's Choice Award" until May 10th.

The final concert of the Cornwall Concert Series 20122013 season will take place this coming Saturday evening, April 13, 2013 at Aultsville Theatre in Cornwall at 8 p.m.

The Cornwall audience will be treated to a performance by two great concert pianists, Alessio Bax and Lucille Chung, whose real life marriage has led to one of the best piano duos of their generation. A musical love story, Bax and Chung first met at a piano competition in 1997. In 2003, the Ottawa Chamber Music Festival had the brilliant idea to put them together as a piano duo at the National Arts Centre for their Piano Extravaganza.

Performing together on many of the world’s most prestigious platforms, Bax & Chung have appeared in the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Israel, Palestine, Korea, China, Barbados, Aruba, Guatemala, USA and all across Canada.

In addition to their numerous recordings, the duo’s

live broadcast performances on CBC radio Canada have established them as one of the most dynamic Canadian piano duos of their generation.

Connecting with audiences as a powerful duo couple, Bax & Chung are a perfect combination of balance, unity and individual personalities.

Tickets ($25. for adults, $10. for students) will be available at the door on the night of the performance.

REVIEWS “Theirs is a marriage of wondrous colours and dextrous aplomb, subtly balanced to make the musical performance sound as one.”

- MUSIC AND ARTS, UK “Good things come in pairs... Pianists of great sensitivity, Bax and Chung are equally matched in virtuosity and temperament -- a fact that became abundantly clear in the first movement's playful cadenza.”

- FORT WORTH STAR TELEGRAM “One has to say that whoever put these players together knew what he or she was doing. “ -INTERNATIONAL RECORD REVIEW, UK

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“Their rapport, colouration, simultaneous chording and transparency of textures is remarkable, and the whole thing has a joyous feeling of delight in youthful virtuosity.” - MUSICAL POINTERS, UK “…perhaps the purely musical highlight of the evening: a huge dynamic range, unity of concentration, a carefully paced climb to the climax of the Romance and powerful swirls of sound in the Tarantella united in a lucid and deeply moving musical experience.”

- AMERICAM RECORD GUIDE (for Ottawa Chamber Music Festival) “Lucille Chung, with Alessio Bax an admirable partner, responds with both vigour and refinement to these brilliantly conceived pieces, with excellent character and presence, and the recording offers a splendidly lifelike introduction to the music.”

- GRAMOPHONE “One of the best things you can say about a piano duo is "they play as one," and these two certainly did. They opened with quite a splash, the late Polish composer Witold Lutoslawski's two-piano Variations on a Theme of Paganini. ..Next up was Stravinsky's original piano four-hands version of the complete Petrushka … All this was played with great panache, the Petrushka scenes vividly characterized.”

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Yes I am. I went and saw it and 9 people have asked me if I was going to review it. (It’s great to know 9 people read my reviews).

So for those who are totally lost I am reviewing G.I. Joe Retaliation, 3D. My article begins with the catchphrase from the cartoon version in the 80s, which was “knowing is half the battle; Yo Joe!” So let’s begin with the ground rules. Yes this film won’t win any Academy Awards. And no, this won’t likely be going into my top 20 favorite movies of all times. Also, for the ladies out there, you see about as much of Channing Tatum in the trailer as you do in the actual movie.

We begin about a year after Cobra Commander and Destro get caught, and all the king’s horse and all the king’s men are trying to remove all the nanites from the Baroness’ head. Unfortunately Ripcord (Marlon Wayans) was not asked to reprise his role in the sequel. Yes I was very upset. (please infer sarcasm) We have a group of Joes out on a dangerous mission retrieving a hostage and we get introduced to the three new main characters Lady Jaye (Adrianne Palicki) Flint (DJ Cotrona) and Roadblock (Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson). Now they are ambushed, by Zartan (Arnold Vosloo) who is disguised as the President and all the Joes but 4 are killed. [side note: in the cartoon Zartan has long brown hair, and wears a black mask – Vosloo is bald.]

The film continues then with the team returning to Roadblock’s roots, and trying to figure out why the president had them eliminated, while enlisting the help of General Joseph Colton (Bruce Willis). Meanwhile on the other side of the globe, Snake Eyes (Ray Park – not that it matters you never see or hear him) is trying to capture and bring to justice Storm Shadow. Yes, the cheesy lines from the trailer are actually in the movie (I was shocked), and I have no real clue why they got Bruce Willis to play the role of General Colton, but hey, I’m not a casting director.

I think something that I wasn’t expecting was Firefly (Ray Stevenson). They did this character so very well. They introduce another new bad guy, just like they did in the cartoon. Where the bad guy, comes in to rescue the evil commander, and he’s set-up like a hero…just bad!

All this to say GI Joe wasn’t a great movie. And I loved it. Are you confused? It was a really good trip back down memory lane for a kid who watched the cartoon in the 80s, and remembers playing with the dolls..I mean ACTION FIGURES! They stayed true to the formula that worked on the TV show.

And for my money, and the other $40Million it brought in opening weekend, it worked on the big screen too!

Lastly, 3D usually doesn’t excite me at all. Especially when it’s not IMAX 3D. This time, they got it perfect. Stuff was flying at you, bullets went whizzing by your head, and Dwayne Johnson’s triceps almost knocked you out of your seat.

KNOW YOUR PLACE by Alyssa Blais

REEL FISH STORIES By John Earle

Knowing is half the battle!

Why are we starving people in Canada?

In a country as affluent as Canada, hunger is unacceptable. When Oliver De Schutter, a United Nations Independent Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food recently reported to Canada that we have a problem with hunger, it pains me to know that his report was vehemently attacked by the Canadian government.

The news may not be easy for the federal government to hear, but one can't simply ignore reality.

Here is a taste of De Schutter’s message about Canada to the United Nations: • One in 10 families, with at least one child under 6, are “food insecure,” meaning they don’t know if they will eat tomorrow.

• Welfare rates for a single person are less than the average rent for a single apartment in Ontario, leaving no money for food.

• The minimum wage in Canada is not a “living wage,” meaning you cannot live and eat while earning $10 an hour, without of course, turning to charity — a food bank and free meal programs, which are booming across this country.

Think about it for a moment, Canada, a top OECD (OECD: Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) country sends food aid overseas appears to starve many of its own people. It is shocking to see so many struggle to get enough food. Here in Cornwall, the rise in need can be seen every day, with many new people turning to the food bank for assistance.

I want to share with you what a “Special Rapporteur” does so we can appreciate the importance of his report. A Special Rapporteur helps to ensure that basic human rights are respected, like the right to food, by offering objective analysis and concrete solutions to the countries they visit.

We Canadians have the opportunity to change our food policies that can benefit hungry people in Canada by activating the recommendations made by Special Rapporteur De Schutter. Why wouldn’t we?

I am not the government; however I can do my part by raising awareness about the solvable problem of hunger. The Agapè Centre and like-minded organizations and individuals are participating in Hunger Awareness Week, May 06 – 10, which encourages community residents to become more conscious of hunger. There will be a variety of activities that people can participate in to not only learn about hunger but work towards reducing hunger. I encourage you all to take part in hunger awareness week. You won’t regret it. Visit www.agapecentre.ca for more information. politics a try.

Quilts on the Seaway Cornwall Quilters Guild are celebrating 20 years if quilting together. To showcase the members talents, they are hosting a two day show, "Quilts on the Seaway" at Trinity Anglican Church, 105 Second St. West, on Friday April 19th from 1pm to 8pm and Saturday, April 20th from 10am to 4pm.

We have eleven vendors participating, selling quilting related goods. They are local and from as far away as Brockville and Ottawa. There is a Boutique where the public can purchase hand made items made by guild members. Over 180 items including quilts, jackets and wall hangings will be on display and the public will be invited to choose their favourite piece. Draws will be held for many door prizes and a canteen will provide refreshments to purchase for a light lunch or a cup of tea and a snack. Guild members will be available to answer questions. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $6.00.

If you’re between the ages of 30-50 and want to geek out like I did, go see G.I. Joe. Oh and yes, Cobra gets away in the end, of course.

Our guild meets the third Monday of each month at 7 pm, from September to May, at St. Matthews Lutheran Church, 1509 Second St. West. We have 65 members who range from beginners to expert quilters. We make quilts for Hospice Cornwall, St Josephs Villa and Habitat for Humanity as well as for our family and friends. We meet for a full day once a month, where we enjoy quilting and visiting with each other. We always welcome visitors and new members to our guild.

That’s it for me. See you at Oblivion in theatres next week!

For more information, call Sharon Magee, Show coordinator - 613-936-1976

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As I’m writing this article, the weather report in the background is calling for snow by the end of the week. It is a challenge to talk about spring food when the gardeners out there are wondering if they will ever be able to get out to their gardens. I’m by no means a great gardener – but I’m also not terrible. I’m especially good with things that just magically appear in the garden in the spring – like chives. Mine aren’t popping up yet, but I know that very soon they’ll start creeping up. Before I know it, I’ll have to get the kids to start snipping the little purple flowers that appear.

They’re delicious in salads (not to mention gorgeous) but the pretty green chives get woody if you don’t snip them. In the meantime, look for chives in the produce section of your local grocery store for the recipe below!

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NEWS THIS WEEK from www.theseeker.ca Friends of Vets keynote speaker and WWII vet Len Hart spoke about PTSD Article and Photos by Jason Setnyk

Cornwall Ontario -- Friends of Vets held their fundraiser dinner last Saturday afternoon at the R.C.A.F in Cornwall. Here is an excerpt from the speech given at tonight's fundraiser: "Profits will help fiance our film "Veterans Breaking the Silence", the world premiere will be at the end of May. Our group is called "Friends of Vets". This group of Veterans meet twice monthly to provide friendship to each other and concerned citizens who also want to be their friends. We hope all of you will want to be part of Cornwall's Friends of Vets too".

The keynote guest speaker was Mr. Lee Hart, a 93 year old veteran of World War Two. He spoke about PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder).

Friends of Vets Vice President Steven Forrest said afterwords, "We are very pleased with the turnout and it is comforting to know that many people in Cornwall and Area believe in what we are doing by being there to support us. Mr. Len Hart really shone with his speech and he is a truly is remarkable person at 93 of age. And he received a standing ovation".

If you would like to learn more about this organization visit their website here: http://www.friendsofvets.org/

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BORDER PATROL with Craig Revelle

SEEKING RACING NEWS • SEEKING RACING NEWS A weekly look at racing from both sides of the 1000 Islands After a long winter, it sure was great to be back into the swing of racing season. My first racing trip of the season was this past weekend as I traveled to Canandaigua Motorsports Park near Rochester, New York for their season opening weekend. Friday night’s events consisted of a 35 lap Sportsman main event along with the 305 Sprint Cars and Pure Stocks, while Saturday night’s show was headlined by the 3rd annual Jan Corcoran Memorial, 64 lap, $6400 to win event, along with the Late Models and Street Stocks.

It was a cold evening on Friday night, but the racing action was hot, with great racing in all classes. The sportsman division had some local flavor as Brockville Speedway regulars Jessica Power and Steve Barber both made the trip. Power qualified for the main event with a great second place finish in her heat race, and Barber also made the main event which was a great accomplishment with more than 40 Sportsman teams on hand. The action up front was pretty intense as Dave Marcuccilli and Sam Reakes IV traded the lead back and forth in the second half of the race. Marcuccilli took the lead for good with just five laps remaining and went on to win the $1000 winner’s share. Reakes had an impressive run to finish second after making a rare start in a Sportsman since making the move to a 360 Sprint car, which he also had on hand for some practice laps. Rob Bussey, Karl Comfort and Mike Prentice rounded out the top five. Former Modified start Charlie Donk won the 305 Sprint Car main event over Darryl Ruggles and Ken Peworchik. Eric Chapman was the Pure Stock Feature winner. The Big Block Modifieds also took to the track for some practice with Vic Coffey setting the pace in session one, and Peter Britten in the second round.

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Saturday was a much warmer day, but as the sun went down, it become another cold evening at the track, but that didn’t stop Jeremie Corcoran and his staff from putting on another excellent show. The Big Blocks were the center of attention with the 64 lap Jan Corcoran Memorial on the card. “Lightning” Larry Wight was the class of the field for much of the night, leading 47 laps, and Peter Britten and Jimmy Phelps also had strong cars, but it was legendary Alan Johnson, using lapped traffic to his advantage taking the lead with just eight laps remaining and cruising to his 117th career win a the track they call ‘Land of Legends’. Larry Wight finished second ahead of Jimmy Phelps, Matt Sheppard, and Billy Dunn, who had a strong run

coming from his 17th starting position. I must give a shout out to Matt Billings, who was making his first career Big Block start. He started the race from 23rd after winning the consi, and stormed up through the field and was running in 7th place before suffering a mechanical failure in the closing laps. It’s a shame he didn’t have the finish to go with such a strong performance at a very tough race trace with some of the best drivers in the business on hand. Rick Miller won the Late Model feature over Sean Beardsley and Alan Fink, while Mike Welch took top honors in the Street Stocks.

It sure was great to get that first racing weekend of the season in. Thanks to Jeremie Corcoran and the Canandaigua Motorsports Park staff for putting on a great event despite the cold temperatures.

Looking ahead to this weekend, I will be at the 2nd annual Brockville Ontario Speedway Fan Fair on Saturday from 10am to 1pm at Walmart in Brockville.

Several racecars will be on display and drivers will be available for autographs.

Local band Texas Tuxedos will be playing, and a charity BBQ will be taking place in support of CHEO (Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario). Scheduled to attend the BOS Fan Fair so far are, Danny O’Brien, Pat O’Brien, Kyle Dingwall, Lee Gill, Ryan Arbuthnot, Matt Billings, Chris Herbison, Jessica Power, Dylan Evoy, Ryan Poole, Brian Comeau, Steve Barber, Darrick Eaton and possibly more. Many teams will also be making the trek across the border on Saturday and again on Sunday, as Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park opens up for practice on both days, in preparation for their season opener on Friday, April 19th. Mohawk International Raceway will also host their annual awards banquet on Saturday night, completing a very busy day.

As mentioned, Can Am will be the first of my local tracks to open, on April 19th.

Evans Mills Speedway opens up the following night, Saturday, April 20th.

Brockville Speedway is set to open for practice on Saturday, May 4th, where their season opening night scheduled for Saturday, May 11th. Mohawk International Raceway opens for business on Friday night, May 17th, while Cornwall Motor Speedway will open on Sunday May 19th.

Another season is now officially underway, and nobody is happier about that than I am. I look forward to another busy season at the track and with a little luck, and a little co-operation from Mother Nature, I will hit the 100 event mark before the end of 2013.

As always, any comments or suggestions can be sent to crevelle@ripnet.com. You can also visit me online at www.finishlinewebdesign.ca, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/crevelle, and on twitter at www.twitter.com/finishlineweb17.

Bert and Louise Robidoux have revolutionized DIRT Motorsports.

While the name doesn’t immediately resonate with the average racing fan, there’s not a driver or pit crew member from any class that doesn’t admire and respect them. They are the owners of BERT Transmissions, a pretty important component to any successful racing team. They are also the recipient of the 2013 Mitch Jock Memorial Award of Merit for exceptional commitment to racing in Cornwall. The honour was given out as part of the annual awards banquet held in Long Sault last weekend.

Track Champions in all classes were also honoured during the three hour dinner and dance.

Dale Planck won his seventh Jiffy Auto Part Modified title ahead of such notables as Laurent Ladouceur, Chris Raabe, Joel Doiron and Carey Terrance.

The Alexandria Home Hardware Pro Stock Champion is Joey Ladouceur with Ryan Stabler and Ghislain Valade rounding out the top 3.

Chris Herbison was all smiles picking up the Tracy Wheeler/Storm Realty Sportsman trophy.

Benoit Dubois took home the hardware for the Evans Bus Lines Semi Pro division while the Crazy Dave’s DJ Mini Stock trophy was presented to Martin Bernard.

One of the highlights of the night was Cornwall Motor Speedway owner Ron Morin taking the microphone to thank race teams, sponsors and fans. Morin, a member of the DIRT Motorsports Hall of Fame as well as the HOF in Cornwall and South Stormont, usually prefers to be the silent, behind the scenes type of owner.

The Cornwall Motor Speedway season kicks off the 2013 season on Sunday, May 19th with a 100 Modified feature.

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First Riverside Artist Co-Op huge success Article: Julia Lucio Photos: Mai-Liis Renaud

The first annual Riverside Artist Co-Op took place on April 6 on a beautiful sunny day at the OPG Visitor Centre.

The idea was birthed by Roxanne Delage who wanted to give artists a way to promote themselves while using a unique venue reflective of the arts community. "I wanted an opportunity to show my jewelry and promote my cd and maybe help out other artists as well. I knew about this place from my CD release concert and thought let's use it!", said Delage in a video interview with the Seeker.

FROG AND TOAD By Tish Gibbs

Some 20 artists from a wide variety of backgrounds showcased their art. The event attracted a nice crowd who enjoyed browsing through the many vendors.

It’s not too difficult now to imagine it. A perfect summer day, a day that makes you want to go swimming. After lying on the dock with its smell of warm wood, you can walk to the end of the dock and dive into the cool water.

If you are the adventurous type, and find yourself in a more northerly location, you often see lakes with a stretch of bog surrounding them. Will this deter you from having a swim?? If you have hiked through a forest, over rough ground, plagued by insects, with the added challenge of climbing one rocky outcrop, only to find another, and another, and another, then you will find that hidden lake to be a gem, a relief, a spa in the wilderness.

Approach the “shoreline” carefully. A bog is, after all, a floating affair, either narrow or as wide as a highway, with hummocks of sphagnum moss, stunted trees, Labrador tea and pale Laurel. Nestled in the moss, you are lightly to

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Packrat Organization 101 with Marie Morrell

PLANNING A MOVE This article is published in four sections. Section 3

Two to three weeks before moving 1. Contact the telephone, electric, gas and water companies to confirm the date to discontinue services.

2. Contact utility companies at your new location to start services on the date of your arrival.

3. Notify your realtor(s) or landlord(s).

4. Discontinue newspaper delivery and all other regular services.

5. If you're planning to drive your own moving van, get an idea of the space you'll require and get the right sized van for the job. Ensure you schedule the rental well ahead of the day you actually need it.

Note: The day of the week you pick can affect your move. Companies often charge top dollar for weekend moves and truck rentals. Daytime traffic means more time in transit.

toiletries pet food, treats and water can opener all essential items for the kitchen soap coffee, tea, water toilet paper necessary medications for the whole family first aid supplies enough cash for the movers' tip and food delivery.

4. Ask your children to prepare for the move by packing their own essential items box (toys, games and snacks).

5. Pack linens and pillows in dresser drawers to make up your beds the first night.

6. Pack and take with you all valuables and important papers.

Day before moving

6. If you are moving into a high rise, contact the administration office of the building to reserve the elevator.

1. Collect all house keys and leave them, as applicable with the lawyer, new owners, real estate agent or landlord.

7. Start making travel arrangements.

2. Notify the police if your home will be unoccupied for some time.

8. Plan the cost of going to restaurants during the move.

3. Notify a close friend or relative of your itinerary in case of emergency.

9. Do not ship combustible or flammable items oil-base paint, cleaning/ lighting fluids, matches, ammunition, bleach, aerosol cans (hair sprays, shaving creams, deodorants and household cleaners).

4. Defrost and clean your fridge and freezer.

One week before moving 1. Keep a detailed record and all receipts of your moving expenses. In Canada, depending on your situation, Canada Revenue Agency allows you to claim these expenses on your income tax as long as you are moving farther than 40km.

2. Drain gas and oil from lawn mowers, chain saws, snow blowers, gas grills and kerosene heaters you are shipping. Cars and motorcycles should have only a quarter of a tank of gas when shipped.

3. Pack a personal survival kit, for everyone in the family, to carry on the move-in day. This includes: • scissors • a set of tools (hammer, pliers, screwdrivers, nails and screws), • address book • flashlight • a map of your new location • kids' blanket, favorite pajamas and teddy bear

FINANCIALLY SPEAKING with Brian Seguin

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Give Your Portfolio a "Spring Cleaning" Springtime is almost here. If you’re like many people, the arrival of spring means it’s time to spruce up your home. But why stop there? This year, consider applying some of those same spring-cleaning techniques to your investment portfolio.

Here are some ideas you may want to put to work: Get rid of clutter. You probably don’t have to look too far around your home to find things that are broken or simply no longer useful to you. If you poke around your portfolio, you might make similar discoveries: an investment that has chronically underperformed, duplicates another investment or met your needs in the past but is less relevant to your current situation and goals.

Once you identify these types of investments, you may decide to sell them and use the proceeds to take advantage of opportunities that may prove more valuable to you.

Consolidate. Over the years, you may have accumulated multiple versions of common household items — brooms, mops, hammers — which pop up mysteriously in various parts of your home. You might find it more efficient, and even less expensive, if you consolidated all these things in one centralized location. As an investor, you also might find that consolidation can offer you some benefits. Do you have one Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with one financial services provider and a second RRSP with another? Have you scattered investments here, there and everywhere?

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5. As applicable, remove snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and steps.

6. Put draperies lengthwise on hangers and hang in a closet to have the movers place them in wardrobe cartons.

7. If you requested a packing crew, depending on the size and content of your house, they will show up the day before loading.

8. Stay at home and supervise the packing to ensure nothing gets broken or stolen.

9. Ensure fragile items receive special attention.

10. Number and label each box with the contents and location in the new home.

11. Make your own inventory check list of all packed boxes and items to be moved to compare with those of the movers.

12. Return any unused supplies after the truck is packed.

Marie can be reached at 613-936-6873 www.workeasysolution.com NEXT WEEK Section 4 will talk about the Moving Day

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Prepare for turbulent weather. As you know, springtime can bring heavy rains, hail, strong winds and other threats to your home. As part of your overall spring cleaning, you may want to check the condition of your roof, clear branches away from your house, clean your gutters and downspouts, and take other steps to protect your property from the ravages of Mother Nature. And just as you need to safeguard your home, you’ll want to protect the lifestyles of those who live in that home — namely, your family. You can help accomplish this by reviewing your life and disability insurance to make sure it’s still sufficient for your needs.

Get professional help. You may find that you can’t do all your spring cleaning by yourself. For example, if your carpets and rugs are heavily soiled, you may need to call in a professional cleaner. Or if your tree branches have grown out of control, you might need to bring in a tree trimmer. Similarly, when you decide to “tidy up” your portfolio, you’ll need some assistance from a financial professional — someone who can study your current mix of investments and recommend changes, as needed, to help ensure your holdings are suitable for your risk tolerance, time horizon and short- and long-term goals.

Spring cleaning can reinvigorate your home and your overall outlook. And by tidying up your investment portfolio, you can help gain some of that same optimism — for your future.

Edward Jones, Member Canadian Investor Protection Fund.

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