Southpoint Sun April 20, 2011

WFCU expanding into Leamington this fall

Last week Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) announced the fall 2011 opening of their sixth and newest retail location in the Municipality of Leamington. The new site will be located on Erie Street South (former Hammond Funeral Home site).

“WFCU is excited to expand our scope of business into Leamington,” said Marty Komsa, President and Chief Executive Officer, WFCU.

“It is thrilling to have the opportunity to become part of another community. After a great deal of research and planning we are confident that our expansion into the Town of Leamington will not only service the financial needs of the region but will continue to assist in making our communities the best place to live.”

WFCU, the community based financial organization, has been serving the Windsor and Essex County community for over 70 years with assets that have grown from just $10,000 in 1941 to over $800 million.

With five retail locations within Windsor and Essex County, the credit union attributes its success to their members, the staff who service their needs and the long-standing cooperative values and philosophies that have guided decision-making.

Open to everyone, the retail location will feature a unique customer service environment not found at most other financial institutions. It will offer full service personalized conveniences including drive-up tellers and sit-down service with no teller lines.

“We want to be a part of the community in every way possible, including employment opportunities at this new location and in the future through our Community Investment program,” noted Komsa. “We are confident that expanding WFCU into this region will provide new members with a tremendous new financial service opportunity, assist our current membership already living in the area, as well as fulfill our ultimate goal - to be the preferred financial institution in Windsor Essex!”

Committed to the communities it serves, WFCU is proud to display the Imagine Caring Company logo and is one of only 120 companies in Canada to do so. Every year hundreds of local community organizations experience firsthand the benefits of WFCU’s overall Community Investment Program. WFCU is the largest credit union in Essex County and seventh largest in Ontario.

To learn more about WFCU or for Leamington employment opportunities visit www.wfcu.ca or email careers_ leamington@wfcu.ca.

Students from St. Louis School presented the 2011-style version of Charlie & The Chocolate Factory on April 12 and 13 at Cardinal Carter Secondary School. Pictured above is Erica DeFrancisco as Willy Wonka and at right is Donovan Longo as Charlie Bucket. Great job by directors Joumana Tawil and Cat Minaudo and the cast of 120 students from grades 4-8. (SUN Photos)

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Scouts “pop can” trailer stolen

On April 13, Kingsville OPP received a report of the theft of a trailer from behind Kingsville Legion. The trailer was stolen sometime between April 10 and April 13.

The trailer had been chained and locked to a tree. It was nearly full of flattened pop cans that the Scouts, Cubs and Ventures had been collecting all year long as a fundraiser. The money raised from the aluminum was to go toward the purchase of tents and camping equipment.

Approximately $300 worth of pop cans were in the trailer.

The trailer is 7 feet long and 6 feet wide and has tall, light blue, plywood sides. It has “2nd Kingsville” logos on it and “pop cans” on the back.

Over the weekend, Kingsville OPP received numerous phone calls from the public, one as far away as British Columbia, from people wanting to donate to the Scouting group and help replace the funds lost from the theft of the pop can trailer.

If anyone has information about this theft, contact Kingsville OPP at 519-7332345 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

-THIS WEEK’S MUSICAL BIRTHDAYS 1950, Peter Frampton (solo artist and singer for The Herd) 1951, Luther Vandross 1951, Paul Carrack (solo artist and vocalist with Ace, Squeeze and Mike And The Mechanics)

1959, Robert Smith (lead singer of The Cure)

1972, Carmen Electra (of The Pussycat Dolls)

SONGS TO HIT #1 THIS WEEK

1957, Elvis Presley- 'All Shook Up' 1977, Thelma Houston

- 'Don't Leave Me This Way'

1979, Amii Stewart- 'Knock On Wood'

1980, Blondie- 'Call Me'

1983, Dexy's Midnight Runners - 'Come On Eileen'

1984, Phil Collins- 'Against All Odds' 1986, Prince- 'Kiss'

1987, Aretha Franklin and George Michael'I Knew You Were Waiting'

1989, Madonna- 'Like A Prayer'

1990, Sinead O'Connor- 'Nothing Compares To You'

1991, Wilson Phillips- 'You're In Love'

2009, The Black Eyes Peas- ‘Boom Boom Pow’ MUSIC EVENTS ON THIS WEEK'S DATES

1968, Deep Purple made their live debut in Tastrup, Denmark.

1975, Four Bay City Rollers fans were taken to hospital after they attempted to swim across a lake to meet the band.

1978, John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd made their first ever appearance as The Blues Brothers when they appeared on 'Saturday Night Live'.

1980, R.E.M. played their first gig as R.E.M. at in Athens, Georgia in front 150 people.

The show ended at 2am when police closed

Everything from ABBA to ZZ Top

down the venue for being unlicensed

1981, John Phillips of The Mamas and the Papas was jailed for five years after pleading guilty to drug possession charges

1981, Eric Clapton was hospitalised with injuries from a car crash.

1982, Clash frontman Joe Strummer disappeared for three weeks, which resulted in the group cancelling a tour. The singer was found living rough in Paris, France.

1984, The film soundtrack to 'Footloose' went to No.1 on the US album chart.

1984, Michael Jackson underwent surgery in a Los Angeles hospital to repair damage done after his hair caught fire during the filming of a Pepsi commercial.

1988, former singer and one half of Sonny and Cher, Sonny Bono was inaugurated as the Mayor of Palm Springs.

1988, Roy Orbison celebrated his 52nd birthday at a Bruce Springsteen concert, during which the audience sang happy birthday to him.

1990, Janet Jackson was bestowed with a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame

1990, Singer Amy Grant sued Marvel Comics for including her likeness in a Dr Strange Comic.

1990, Paul McCartney played in front of 184,000 fans in Rio de Jnaeiro, a new world record for largest rock concert crowd.

1991, the Dave Matthews Band played their first ever-live show when they appeared in Charlottesville, Virginia.

1993, The Who's 'Tommy' opened on Broadway.

R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck was charged by police at Heathrow airport with being drunk on an aircraft and assaulting British Airways crew.

Graduation doesn’t have to be expensive...

Donate a dress, help a young lady

Have you been busy spring cleaning? Cleaning out your closets and drawers to make room for new spring styles? If you have come across any dresses that you were thinking of getting rid of, think about donating them to the “Sharing the Celebration of Graduation” pilot project being organized through the Et Cetera Shoppe in Leamington. Donations of gently worn dresses can be dropped off at the Et Cetera Shoppe. Please make sure you tell the Et Cetera Shoppe, that they are for the “GRADUATION RACK”.

“I am so excited, that a new pilot project is being started in our own community! There are many girls in our area that will be graduating from Grade 8 and Grade 12 this spring, but sadly, many of them may not be able to afford a dress for their celebration, said Jayne Latam. The idea started when Latam, a member of North Leamington United Mennonite Church, saw a similar project last year work very well in Michigan.

To promote this project, The Et Cetera Shoppe will be opening Wednesday evenings from May 11 to June 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for girls to come in and try them on and purchase them. Extra volunteers will be on site to help fit and accessorize the dresses and the grads. ALL dresses will be $10, with all proceeds to The Et Cetera Shoppe. “Graduation doesn’t have to be expensive. We want the girls to feel special and to want to go to their graduations,” said Latam.

“I know together, we can help these deserving young ladies by donating our gently used dresses (shoes, purses and accessories too!) Think of it as “Spring Cleaning” with a great purpose in mind! All sizes, colours and lengths will be gladly accepted,” said Latam.

The community has already shown great support for this project. “Some didn’t have dresses to donate, but wanted to give money to the cause,” she added. With the money donated, a free draw is being held “This community is so great and supportive… I sent the first email out about this idea at 7 p.m. one night and when I checked my email that night I already had donations and volunteers before 11 p.m.,” said Latam.

Latam had planned on just doing prom dresses, but has been asked about boys shirts, ties and suits. Although it’s not part of the official Sharing the Celebration of Graduation program boys shirts and ties will be accepted and available as quantities last.

Hammond Funeral Home reduced to rubble

One week after announcing the closure of Hammond Funeral Home on Erie Street South, Leamington, crews were demolishing the building on Wednesday, April 13. It was announced later last week that Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) will be building on this site with an expected opening date later this fall.

$1.4 million to local hospitals for infrastructure

MPP Pat Hoy has announced $1,409,654 in local funding for Chatham-Kent-Essex hospitals to help maintain infrastructure:

• $195,378 to Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

• $298,371 to Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital.

• $489,828 to Windsor Regional Hospital

• $236,849 to CKHA, Chatham Campus.

• $189,228 to Sydenham District Hospital.

The Health Infrastructure Renewal Fund supports hospitals with funding for eligible projects that address code requirements (i.e. upgrading fire alarm systems or sprinkler sections of a hospital), health and safety issues (i.e. protective glass partitions, inserting view panels in doors, replacing nurse call system, or undertaking mould remediation projects) that are necessary to the hospital maintaining critical operations (i.e. replacing emergency generators, windows, bulk oxygen systems or upgrading elevators), or are necessary in reducing a hospital operating costs/creating efficiencies.

New Leamington Municipal office open

By Sheila McBrayne

It’s high tech in a low-key atmosphere. The Municipality of Leamington’s new 39,200 square-foot Municipal office opened on Monday morning for the first official day of business at 111 Erie Street North.

There are a lot of boxes to unpack and desks to organize, but municipal workers are happy with their new offices. “It’s awesome. I love it. I can hear the traffic a bit, but that’s part of being at the front of the building,” said one employee who was in her office on Friday afternoon during the media tour of the facility.

Parking at the new location is off Queens Avenue. Entering from the rear of the building brings the visitor into the public gallery. The long glass gallery serves as a place of meeting and is described as a metaphor to Leamington’s greenhouses. Architect Colin McDonald of jp thomson architects ltd of Windsor proudly showed off the bio-filter living wall which is tied into the air system to reduce toxins and create better indoor air quality.

The new Council Chambers features an electronic door, which folds down to close off the room during Council meetings. The room itself sits 100 people with special desks for delegations, staff and the media. The room is fully wired for audio-video, with a television screen in the gallery.

The building also features a stacked reception area. On the first floor, in the front offices facing Erie Street North, is Mayor John Paterson’s office, which is adjoined to the Chief Administrator’s (Bill Marck) office. Also on the first floor are the offices for corporate services, finance and business services.

On the second floor are the offices for community services and developmental services, as well as meeting rooms and a lunch area. The new lunch area has seating for 55 people with a small kitchenette.

McDonald pointed out that the old building was divided into two main halves with many offices in the basement. The new municipal office is twice as large as the old combined offices of the former Mersea Township and Leamington, which was 18,000 square feet. “This is a brighter, healthier workplace with employees’ comfort and well being in mind,” said McDonald.

The Municipal building has taken just over one year to construct at about $1 million below its original estimate of $12.5 million. The final cost, including land, fees and construction, came in at $10,887, plus taxes. The new building was part of the Building Canada Fund (Infrastructure Stimulus Funding) whereby the provincial and federal governments contributed onethird funding or $8 million.

Other environmental and state-of-the-art features include motion sensor controlled lighting; motion sensor control lights and ex-

haust fans in washrooms; toilets have dual flush technology; LED and long-life lighting throughout; dimming controls and daylight harvesting; separate heating and cooling controls for Council Chambers to reduce energy costs.

From the Erie Street entrance off the sidewalk, the building has a reflecting pond (not currently installed) and a large outdoor plaza, which can be used as a gathering place for civic events for the public use. Architect McDonald described the reflective pond as another metaphor for Leamington’s connection to the water.

The first item of business to take place in the new Council Chambers were budget talks scheduled for Tuesday, April 19 at 9 a.m. and Wednesday, April 20, if necessary.

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THE PERSONAL 1 FREE CHEQUING ACCOUNT

Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) offers members The Personal 1 Free Chequing Account. This account has absolutely no monthly fees and includes:

• All in-branch withdrawals

• All electronic and pre-authorized debits

• All debit card transactions in Canada on the INTERAC POS Network and in the USA on the ACCEL Network

• All MasterCard Global Payment transactions

• All bill payments paid in-branch, at a WFCU ATM, on-line or over the telephone

• All withdrawals* at ATMs in Canada and around the world

• On-line banking access with on-line statements

• Interest earned on all funds on deposit

In addition to the The Personal 1 Free Chequing Account, WFCU provides members with every financial product and service they can ever need. From mortgages to loans to investments, WFCU has it all.

IT’S TIME TO MAKE THE SWITCH

To find out why so many of your friends and family are choosing WFCU, call 519-974-3100 or visit www.wfcu.ca

ABOVE: The view from the second floor down to the gallery or main lobby, a metaphor to the Leamington greenhouse industry.

AT RIGHT: Architect Colin McDonald explains the bio-filter living wall. (SUN Photos)

Mayor John Paterson admires

new Council Chambers during the tour.

Leamington CAO Bill Marck, left, shows the new secondfloor staff lunch room to Arlene Sinasac, centre, and Mike Thibodeau. (SUN Photos)

Buckle up; it’s been the law for 35 years!

This year marks the 35th anniversary of Ontario’s seat belt law. Before this legislation came into effect in 1976, about 17 per cent of Ontarians wore their seat belt. Today, survey results show that Ontario has a seat belt compliance rate of 96 per cent, according to Transport Canada, 2011.

Even though we’ve made a lot of progress, some Ontarians still don’t wear a seat belt. According to the Ministry of Transportation, about every 8 hours a person in Ontario is killed or sent to the hospital after being in a vehicle crash and not wearing their seat belt. Those most at risk of dying in a crash while not wearing their seat belt are males between the ages of 16-24. This group is known to take more risks than the average driver, and tend to believe that nothing bad will happen to them, which can lead to poor decision making while behind the wheel.

The two topics not to talk about…

Ontario was the first province to make wearing a seat belt mandatory for all drivers and passengers. Over the years there have been many changes to the seat belt legislation to improve the safety of Ontarians, including increased fines for seat belt violations.

There’s not much to talk about these days… Well, actually there’s a lot to talk about, but we have been programmed by our parents and grandparents to not talk about politics or religion.

In a motor vehicle crash, those not wearing a seat belt continue to travel at the vehicle’s original speed until they hit something such as the windshield, dashboard, steering wheel, or another person. Wearing a seat belt is the single most effective way that we can protect ourselves, and others, in a motor vehicle crash.

With Easter and a federal election in the weeks ahead, I’ll have to play it safe and talk about sports.

Not talking about politics during the fourth federal election in seven years seems un-Canadian. Canada’s political scene is not a good one. The cause for the past three and this election is the fact that we have a minority government, which simply put, leaves the entire country vulnerable.

In Ontario, the law requires everyone travelling in a motor vehicle to be buckled up properly (using a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt). Also, drivers are responsible for making sure all passengers under the age of 16 are properly secured. Passengers who appear to be at least 16 years of age are required to provide their name, address, and birth date if requested by a police officer.

Drivers and passengers over the age of 16 who don’t use, or fail to properly use a car seat, booster seat, or seatbelt, will be subject to a fine of $240. The driver will also have two demerit points applied to their driving record. If for no other reason, buckle up and save money on fines and potential medical bills.

With more votes in the hands of the parties not in power, it’s hard to get anything accomplished if you are in power, but don’t have “the power” to run the country. I’m not saying Stephen Harper deserves a majority government, but Canada sure does. These elections are expensive! This year’s election will tip the scale at just over $1 billion for the past four elections, which (if this election goes as it seems to be heading) is heading to another Conservative minority. This means that we could be back at the polls within another couple of years.

What I find frustrating is that my politics don’t always match the federal leaders… Sometimes I prefer a local candidate who I want to serve my riding, but his party’s platform is not what I support federally. Now I’m trying to decide between voting for my riding or voting for the federal party. In the grand scheme of things it’s all about how many seats each party wins, but locally, it’s about who will represent your riding the best.

It’s ironic that politics and religion are the two topics we are not supposed to talk about as I read this week that Christian leaders were furious that the advance polls were scheduled around Easter weekend. Talk about mixing politics and religion… that should make for some interesting family get-togethers this Easter.

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Do you have a fun Easter memory or tradition?

Tim Rousseau

“Arranging a baseball game in 1979, when Easter was warm enough to play ball. Otherwise Easter is always rainy, snowy or cold.”

Logan Cousineau

“I remember when the Easter bunny popped my little brother’s balloon. He left a big bunny footprint on it. That was funny!”

Blessings on the meal

It’s another Sunday, the type of day we wait for every week. Full of time to sleep in, enjoy a good breakfast, go for a run, read, and finally cook a nice family meal. Why does it feel so odd?

Similar to a mini retirement, a day with time to breathe can feel odd and out of place. On Sunday morning, after a great night’s sleep, I arose feeling refreshed and happy to have the time to get caught up on me time. After enjoying a good cup of coffee, I headed off to the grocery store. Typically, I avoid shopping on Sunday but with company coming I took advantage of the convenience.

Lifestyles Lifestyles

It was surprising to see how many other people were doing the same, dressed as if they had just come from church. Mostly couples shopping together, no doubt in preparation for their family Sunday meal as well.

While shopping, I received a call from both of our daughters checking to see what was cooking for dinner. We try to have a good sit-down dinner nightly, but Sunday evening has always been one that we could count on everyone being at home for, until a couple moved away. Now they just call to hear the menu and drool.

This past Sunday, my brother’s anchovy and artichoke pasta (don’t worry, I too have never been an anchovy fan but this is a winner!) and the Hawaiian carrot cake from the LCBO magazine are the highlights of the meal. A couple of friends are joining us for dinner, one from out of town. I love entertaining, whether it is friends or family or a mix of both. One of the best parts about FAMILY gatherings is the FOOD!

Family values are important to children, as well as family gatherings. It is part and parcel of our children finding their place in both the family and the relationships they form in their lives.

Don’t get me wrong, we have had our moments. As all families do, so does mine. We disagree, we argue and hopefully at the end of it all we make up and are happy families all over again. Those are the lessons I wish for my children to learn. To not hold grudges but instead try to sort out their differences and lay them to rest. Life is too short to hold on to negative energy.

As I have mentioned, the other reason I love my family gatherings is THE FOOD!

This coming Easter weekend, we are hosting my husband’s family for a dinner including many of the favourites from Grandma Matheson’s recipe book. The Matheson bun burger is the main item on the menu and something many of the younger kids in the family have not yet tried. It definitely is one of my favourites and one that brings back memories of many backyard gatherings and the Mathesons.

The old saying “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach” is just one example of how we use food to draw us together. “Everything seems better over a good piece of chocolate cake” remains one of my fondest and tastiest mottos.

Children are not easily deceived and are very aware when there is conflict in the family, but I believe that this allows them to view reality in action. Not everything in the world is perfect. But if they observe the way we resolve our conflicts then they have learned some

Tom Aston

“When my family would paint eggs together, and I would get to eat them a few hours later!”

Jasmine Sanderson

“Easter egg hunting with my sister when we were young.”

valuable life lessons.

Many of the traditions and lessons we have given our children have been those that have been learned from my parents and in-laws. I love family dinners, and the time preparing them with a family member are a cherished memory.

Family is important. Time to share with your immediate and extended family is priceless. Tomorrow one of our daughters will arrive home and on Thursday the other, bringing everyone together under the same roof once again.

If things get to feeling odd, take time to share something a little sweet and a good cup of tea with someone special.

Show your support for Active Transportation Plan

Hello cyclists and supporters:

Spring has sprung and we hope you are back on your bikes! May 18 is an important day for you to show our local decision-makers that you care about making our region more cycling-friendly.

As you know, over the past 18 months or so, the County has been developing the Countywide Active Transportation Plan which plans for a comprehensive network of bikefriendly roads criss-crossing the County, linking Windsor and the County municipalities as well as significant County destinations such as schools, tourist sites and wineries. Many of you participated in the stakeholders’ sessions to offer comments on the draft cycling network map and many of these suggestions have been incorporated into the Plan.

The draft Plan has now been completed and will be presented to Essex County Council on May 18. The County Councillors will then report back to their respective Municipal Councils who will decide whether or not their County Councillors should subsequently vote to adopt the Plan.

Adoption of the Plan is (obviously) an essential step toward implementation. A strong show of support from the cycling community at the May 18 meeting could be very meaningful to the County Council members in framing their reports to their respective Municipal Councils. Please plan to attend the meeting at 7 p.m. on May 18 at 360 Fairview Avenue West in Essex. Please wear a cycling jersey so you can be recognized as a supporter of the Plan.

Regards, Tom and Sue Omstead Share the Road - Essex County

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Pictured at top left is Ku Shee Wah; top, right are Andrew Iles and Shawn Dawson; at left is Alex Dick; and the bottom picture is Debra Verissimo. (SUN Photos)

Are you ready?

So why are we having this election again? I’ve yet to talk to anyone other than a politician who wants to go to the polls. Democracy, correct? Government for the people, by the people and all that. What people?

We in the media can benefit a bit by the election.

Listen to 92.7 MAX FM for more events happening in Leamington and Essex County during the Max Cares Community Calendar 6 times daily or visit www.927maxfm.com for a complete listing

APRIL - Show you support for someone living with cancer. Make a donation and wear a Canadian Cancer Society daffodil pin in April. For more info call 519-254-5116. Did you know colon cancer is the #2 cancer killer of men and women, yet is 90% treatable when caught early? If you are 50 or over, ask your doctor or nurse practitioner about an at-home stick test kit. For more info visit www.stickittocoloncancer.ca.

APRIL IS PARKINSON AWARENESS MONTH If you have Parkinson and would like to join our group for information, exercise and support, come by Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. to the Half Century Club, 160 Talbot St. E. Leamington. For more information on our local meetings please call MaryLou 519-689-7228 or Jacqueline 519-324-0466.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20 - The Leamington Horticultural Society will hold its monthly meeting at The Leamington United Church, 9 John Street at 7:30 p.m. This month's topic will be Orchids. Our speaker is Mr. Ed Cott, founding member and current President of The Windsor Orchid Society. Mr. Cott brings twenty-five years experience growing orchids to share with us. You do not have to be a society member to attend, guests are welcome and attendance is free. Light refreshments are served. If you need further information, please call 519 3250953.

THURSDAY, APRIL 21 - The Leamington Arts Centre presents Community Art Film Night at the main gallery, 72 Talbot St. W. at 7:00 p.m. This month’s feature is “BBC Modern Masters – Picasso: Genius of Modern Art”. Open to the public, $5 donation. Refreshments provided. Discussion after the film. May contain adult subject matter. For more information, call 519-326-2711.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23 - all kids and parents are invited to an Easter Eggstravaganza, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon at FGT Family Church, 285 Talbot St. East, Leamington. Egg hunt for kids aged 2-11, prizes, face painting, cotton candy and more. Free of charge. For more information, call 519-322-2316.

SATURDAY, APRIL 23 - 3rd annual Kitten Shower for May Meowers, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Lil’s Corner Cafe, 4 Main St. W., Kingsville. $5 admission, draws. Donate cat food appreciated. Entertainment by Bill Raffoul. Cat trivia, prizes, limited seating, beverages, pastries available. More info 519-324-2729.

SUNDAY, APRIL 24 - Easter Dinner for those who are alone or will go without at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. Call to register: 519-326-3111 by April 21st. No charge. Meals delivered to shut-ins. Rides provided.

TUESDAY, APRIL 26 - Friendship Dinner at Knox Hall, Leamington Knox Presbyterian Church, corner of Setterington St. and Erie St. South, Leamington. 5:30 p.m. Free home cooked meal with dessert and beverage. For those in need.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30 - “ Second Chance Treasures” fashion show at Leamington United Church, 9 John St. Leamington at 7:00 p.m. Adults $7, children $4. Proceeds for LUC sound system, ETC. Shoppe, Salvation Army and St. Vincent de Paul stores. Call 519-326-9461 for further info.

SATURDAY, APRIL 30 - The Arthritis self-management program, to help you take control of living with your arthritis, starts April 30 and lasts 6 weeks.

Weekly 2-hour sessions, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. At Windsor Family Credit Union, 5932 Malden Rd., Lasalle. Cost: $35 textbook included. Registration required. Call 519-965-2561, 519-944-2619 or email windsoressexarthritis@live.ca.

SUNDAY, MAY 1 - The Essex-Kent Bluegrass, Oldtime & Folk Music Association presents A Spring Bluegrass Music Salute! Bill Monroe’s Centennial. Performances by association member groups - Fiddle Pals, Essex County Ramblers, Stay Tuned, Winterline, The Motley Crew. At Kingsville Lakeside Park Pavilion, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. A free event.

SUNDAY, MAY 1 - The Soli Deo Gloria Singers under the direction of Paul Dueck and Nancy Dyck are performing their spring concert “The Lord Is My Shepherd” at 3:00 p.m. at UMEI 6th conc. West of Hwy. 77, north of Leamington. Tickets: adults $10 advance, $12 at door ; students $5 advance, $6 at door. Tickets available at Mennonite Savings & Credit Union, Leamington or from choir members. Please all UMEI for more info, 519-326-7448.

SUNDAY, MAY 1-Chelle's Big 3-0 Hair Chop for Cancer at Vernon's Tap & Grill, Main Street, Kingsville from 11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., a $10 pasta dinner with lots of yummy desserts, prizes, entertainment, and photo fun to benefit the Windsor & Essex County Cancer Centre Foundation's Patient Assistance Fund, hair donation to Wigs for Kids. For tickets or info call 519-551-3494 or visit www.WindsorCancerFoundation.org/Chelle.

TUESDAY, MAY 3 - Depression “Let’s Talk” Join us for a free public education forum! Facilitated by John Postons (M.S.W.) At Essex Centre Sports Complex, Shaheen Community room, 60 Fairview Ave. W., Essex, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Recognizing the symptoms. Understanding the causes. Effective strategies to manage it. Ways to support family and friends. Everyone welcome! Rides available - call Essex Community Services, 519-776-4231. Mental Health Week is May 1-7, 2011. “Think About It”.

SATURDAY, MAY 7 - Knox Presbyterian Church, Leamington is having its Annual Yard Sale in the church hall 8:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. For more info or to donate items for the sale, contact the church at 519326-4541.

SATURDAY, MAY 7 - St. Michael’s Catholic Women’s League will host their 60th Anniversary Celebration. Guest speaker is Fr. Clare Coleman, Director of Priest Personnel. Mass at 5 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 310 Sherk St., Leamington, followed by a banquet at 6:30 p.m. at the Roma Club, 19 Seacliff Dr. E., Leamington. Tickets: adults $30, children age 4-10 $15, under 4 years free. Tickets available at St. Michael’s Parish Office, 29 Elliott St., Leamington, or by calling 519-3262643.

MAY 8-11 - Dr. Ron Carlson, President of Christian Ministries International, international speaker on apologetics will be at First Baptist Church, 3 Fox St., Leamington to present seminars on ‘Answers for Your Faith in a World of Counterfeits’. World Religions May 8, 10:45 a.m. Evolution May 8, 7:00 p.m. The ‘Jesus’ of the Cults May 9, 7:00 p.m. Jehovah’s Witnesses May 10, 7:00 p.m. Mormonism May 11, 7:00 p.m. Free will offering.

FRIDAY, MAY 13 - Leamington Historical Society is holding a Pasta Dinner & Variety Show at 6:00 p.m. at the Rhine Danube Club. Tickets $15. Call Betty, 519-326-5916.

Weese’s Weese’s Pieces Pieces

Election advertising is a nice kiss, pennies from heaven, etc. The problem is, with so many elections in our culture, especially with the numbers hitting our books so often in a period of 5 or 6 years, they become expected on our budgets. Head office executives across the land would swallow their cigars if Canadians were ever to elect a majority government.

Then there’s the content that elections provide. Little room in the newspaper or on the radio for local stuff when you’ve got candidate debates, outrageous promises, sign sabotage and all the rest.

It all culminates on Monday, May 2nd. That doesn’t leave you a whole bunch of time to discern between the weasel, the wolf, and the Jack Russell terrier. How much more do we want to know about these guys anyway? The reality is, at least from what I can tell, it’s going to be another minority government for the Tories. While the Liberals are busy pulling skeletons out of the Conservative closet (after saving them up for the past several months), the NDPs are picking away at the Liberals to help split “the left”. Then there’s the Green Party. Nice lady, good thoughts, but we can just picture a Green government at this point in our Canadian history. It would be interesting if they earned a seat or two.

The polls are open later this time around. For all of us in the Eastern Time Zone, the polls are open at 9:30 a.m. and don’t close until 9:30 p.m. There goes the excuse of “I didn’t have time”. If you’re working from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. without a break, you might want to switch vocations or find a new master to slave for.

You’ll be guilted by “the democratic do-gooders” that you should “exercise your democratic right.” Exercise? In this country? I’d be friggin Richard Simmons.

I can just hear Aunt Nelda now. “Your uncle served in the war, just so you could have the freedom to choose our leader.” Yes, Nelda that’s sort of true. I recognize that many men laid their life on the line for democracy, but please don’t refer to Uncle Freddy. He peeled potatoes in New Brunswick during the war and then proceeded to go to the Legion every night for the next 40 years.”

The best thing about voting day? It’s another good reason to gather with your neighbours and other folks in your community in an attempt to do the right thing. There’s something to be admired about the process, the folks checking your I.D. and then handing you a small pencil and a piece of paper to help create a new political landscape. However, I really think it’s going to look much that same as it has. So… get ready to go to the polls again in a couple of years.

Federal Election 2011: Voter Assistance Series

Federal Party Platforms

Ever wonder why nobody in Canadian politics uses that famous quote from William Tecumseh Sherman? (“If nominated, I will not run; if elected, I will not serve.”) Or why you’ve never see this political claim: “Vote ________ and see how things can go from bad to worse!” That’s because every party requires its candidates to take a secret blood oath (or something like that) promising to try and get elected, and no political party is aware that its policies are bound to accomplish the second if they achieve unchecked power

I know of no one who has studied the platforms of the major political parties in this country in an attempt to elect a representative of one. Oh, you may know that Matt Daudlin represents the Liberals, Ron Franko the NDP, Robert Hodgson the Green Party and Dave Van Kesteren the Conservatives, but do you really know what these candidates’ parties stand for?

I’m not trying to make you feel guilty. After all, who has the time to download the 1.32 Megabyte PDF “Green Vision 2011” file, study it, and then balance the costs and benefits of the Green Party plans against the bright Red Liberal book of promises? Nobody, that’s who. So, in the interests of participatory democracy, allow me to offer you more of my invaluable assistance in preparing to vote in the fastapproaching election.

First, some key terms you are likely to hear on the news. The collective policies of a political party are called its ‘platform’. This is, of course, a misnomer since platforms are supposed to be stable surfaces, and there is nothing more unstable than a political platform unless it is the Fukushima nuclear plant in its current condition. The individual policies that make up the party platform are referred to as the ‘planks’ in the platform. That the ‘planks’ appear to be freely interchangeable from election to election—okay, let’s be honest: from day to day—and are often remarkably similar from party to party should not be a cause for alarm. (That they are remarkably flexible, unable to support even the modest stress of opposition criticism, and are riddled with loopholes would be worrisome if you studied them, so don’t.) This ‘platform’ and its ‘planks’ are all clad in a beautiful carpet called ‘promises’. These curiosities often begin with the identifying phrase, “When elected...”, and share the same characteristic as a winning lottery ticket: there’s lots of them, but few (if any) are winners. Actually, political promises seem to be more like the Emperor’s new clothes, if you are familiar with that story...

Back to your dilemma: sorting through party policies and promises. If you are clear what the responsibilities of the Federal Government are, the problem simplifies itself. Defence of our Nation is a federal responsibility. All of the major parties promise to defend Canada. The Canadian Labour Code and the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations are a federal responsibility. All of the major parties oppose death and injury on the job and all support payment for work. Immigration is a federal responsibility. All of the major parties support the entry of good people into Canada, but not bad people. Starting to get the picture?

They’re all the same. Political parties differ only in the little details. Things like, shall we spend a billion on this or only half a billion, do

we want to perpetuate poverty with a minimum wage of $10.75 an hour or promise universal prosperity at $12.00 per hour, shall we get some really nice planes or some not so nice planes. They are all going to spend more than they should, find themselves unable to solve the perpetual human problems, and they’re all going to point the finger at the other guy whenever there is disagreement.

Just

My Just My Thoughts... Thoughts...

The only political parties that do not fit into this generalization are those that are clearly harmful fanatics and nut cases. I’m assuming I am not addressing supporters of the Bloc Quebecois, the Marxist Leninist Party, or the Marijuana Party (who all want to leave a smoking ruin behind them, just in different ways).

So don’t beat yourself up. Vote, and be proud you did. Even if you’re not entirely sure just what it is you voted for. They all mean well, and none of the parties will be allowed to screw up too long. After all, there’s always another election...

Good luck.

Run Under the Sun honours donor families; celebrates organ transplants

Submitted by Debbie Cobby

The annual Sport Fest Windsor Sun Life Financial “Run Under the Sun” Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Event was held Saturday, April 16th at the Ciociaro Club in Windsor. The day was overcast and cool, but didn’t dampen the spirits of over 100 people who participated in this WRACE event.

Essex County was well represented. This group won 4 first-place ribbons, 2 second-place ribbons and 3 third-place ribbons for each of their age/event categories.

Monies raised support Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital during National Organ & Tissue Donation Awareness Week April 17-23. This event honours donor families and celebrates the gift of organ transplantation, a new life and beginning for many Canadians of all ages.

There are still over 4000 Canadians waiting for a life-saving transplant! One patient dies every 3 days while waiting. Only 14% of Essex County residents have registered as an organ donor. To become a registered organ and tissue donor please visit your local OHIP office or download a donor registration form at www.giftoflife.on.ca. Please discuss your wishes with your family.

Rona would like to invite the public to join us at the Leamington Greenway Trail for an Earth Day Clean-up Celebratrion.

Our RONAteam will clean, rake and take away debris from the Greenway Trail. Bring your rake and gloves and help our community look great for spring.

Check out our website at www.SportFestWindsor.org.

Daffodil symbolizes strength and courage in fight against cancer

To some, the daffodil is just a flower. To us, it is a symbol of strength and courage, a symbol of life. It says we will not give up. It says we will fight back. It says we will beat cancer. This April, as part of the Canadian Cancer Society’s annual Daffodil Month fundraising campaign, we stepped up the fight by introducing the Society’s new Daffodil Pin.

THURSDAY

APRIL 21

Robson Road and the Greenway Trail

Greenway Trail Clean-up

9 am - 12 noon

BBQ at Rona Store

12 noon - 2 pm

We also have a computer drop-off depot, ecycling...to turn your high tech waste green, in our efforts to reduce, re-use and recycle.

Please drop off you’re no longer needed amplifiers, audio, video players, cameras, cell phones, computers, copiers, fax machines, monitors, printers, radio receivers, scanners, speakers, tuners, turntables, tv’s, and video projectors.

A 5 pack of RONA leaf bags will be given to anyone wishing to join us in our clean-up efforts.

Refreshments and a light snack will be provided.

We asked our local community to unite behind those in living with cancer by making a donation and proudly wearing the iconic yellow daffodil. The local community has certainly responded! To date, our annual campaign has raised almost $60,000 and is still going strong. Those facing cancer are seeing our Daffodil Pins popping up on lapels all over the region.

The money raised during Daffodil Month helps us fight back against cancer by doing everything we can to prevent cancer; to fund research to outsmart cancer; and to empower, inform, support and improve the lives of Canadians living with cancer.

Sincerely, Brian A. Fortune, President – Essex County Volunteer Council, Canadian Cancer Society

Recycling drop off for 2 weeks at green bin in parking lot

Recycling drop off for 2 weeks

A pony on site for the kids.

We will also have a BBQ on Thursday. Selling hot dogs and pop for $3.00 to support Speqtra.

www.discoverychildcareschools.com

Local medal prizewinners at the April 16th Run Under the Sun event to raise awareness for organ and tissue donation were, front row left to right: Vi Gillett, Judy Slater, Vickie Wenzler. Back row: Bill Slater, Wayne Gillett, Ken Cobby, Sue O’Hara, Steve O’Hara, Doug Robinson, Sharon Coulter.

Jack Brush, chair of the Leamington MS Walk, is pictured here in the forefront with this year’s participants posing for a group picture behind him.

Pictured here is Marjorie’s Motley Crew. This team of family members has been participating in the MS Walk for 17 years. The Gillanders, Hannigans and Jakobs families make up Marjorie’s Motley Crew. Marjorie Gillanders, this team’s namesake, is also credited with initiated another MS Walk team – Wings of Hope, workers and volunteers from the Leamington Mennonite Home who were inspired by Marjorie, who passed away in 2008. This year’s MS Walk held on Sunday, April 17 raised approximately $31,600. (SUN Photos)

Approximately 175 participants came out to the Leamington Walk for MS. Pictured here are James and Barb Corless and friends during the walk.

Teenage Girl Approached by Male

Last Monday, Leamington OPP received information of a suspicious male party who had approached a teenage female. On April 11 at approximately 6:30 p.m., a 14-year-old female was walking in the area of Princess Street and Robinson Street. She was approached by a male driving an older model pick-up truck. The male asked the female if she wanted a ride. When the female declined the male drove away.

The suspect is described as a while male in his late 20s with short blondish-brown hair. The suspect did not speak with an accent. He was wearing a grey shirt. The vehicle he was driving is described as an older model, reddish/burgundy pickup truck.

Any persons with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police Criminal Investigation Branch at 519-326-2544. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477). (LEAMINGTON, ON) On April 14, 2011 at 3:47 a.m.

Thieves Apprehended, Charged

On April 12 at 3:30 a.m., Lakeshore OPP responded to the 300 block of Elmstead Road in Lakeshore when officers received information of two males entering unlocked vehicles and garages.

Police attended the area and were subsequently flagged down by one of the victims. The victim spotted two males attempting to steal the neighbour’s vehicle and then try to steal the victim’s vehicle. The victim turned on the exterior lights and the suspects fled the area.

With the assistance of alert citizens, Lakeshore OPP were successful in apprehending both suspects.

The suspects, a 21-year-old male and a 19-year-old male, both of no fixed address, were held for a show cause hearing. They have been charged jointly with theft under $5000, attempt theft and possession of property obtained by crime under $5000.

Lakeshore OPP are in possession of outstanding recovered stolen property, including cell phones, a camera and GPS units. Victims can contact Lakeshore OPP at 519-728-1810 to claim their property.

Youths Set Fire

On April 13 at 7:05 p.m., Lakeshore OPP responded to a small fire in a storage container at a business on Lakeshore Road. A witness observed two male youths on bicycles in the area at the time of the fire. The youths, age 14 and 15, were located and charged with mischief over $5000 and arson.

Trailer Broken Into

Kingsville OPP received a report of a break and enter and theft that occurred at Leisure Lake trailer park sometime between October and April. A television was stolen from a trailer at the campground.

A New Type of Scam Attempted

On April 15, Kingsville OPP received a report of a suspicious phone call. The complainant reported that the suspect spoke with a thick Jamaican type accent, and told her that he noticed she wasn’t on the “no call” list for telemarketers. The suspect advised that he could add her name to the list. The complainant was instructed to hang up and when he called back she was instructed to punch in numbers that he would provide her with.

Fortunately the complainant became suspicious and asked questions. The suspect eventually hung up.

For more information about fraud you can call the Canadian Anti Fraud Call Centre at 1-888-495-8501 or check online at www.phonebusters.com.

OPP officers will pack groceries to support youth Cop Camp

On Thursday, April 21, Essex County OPP officers and volunteers will be packing groceries to help support the Annual Essex County OPP Cop Camp. OPP officers will be packing groceries at the Real Canadian Superstore in Leamington from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. They will also be at Kingsville and Tecumseh Zehrs stores.

The Essex County OPP Cop Camp exists solely by the generous contributions and donations from the public.

Cop Camp is an annual event involving 80 students from elementary schools across Essex County – Leamington, Kingsville, Pelee Island, Lakeshore and Essex – who attend and benefit from a week of directed and supervised activities. They will be taught the importance of teamwork along with other positive life skills, and given guidance by police officers, auxiliary members and other caring, trained volunteers.

Charlene Houle, Project Facilitator of the War of 1812 Bicentennial (Southwestern Ontario Region) was the guest speaker at the Leamington Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting held on Thursday, April 14 at the Rhine Danube Club. Ontario has been divided into six regions each determined to be of significant 1812 relevance. The role of the regions is to foster grassroots 1812 projects, enhance the planned events, engage secondary tourism draws and the business community to enhance the 1812 experience. Houle discussed various ways that Leamington and area could participate in the 1812 bicentennial celebrations, which will be a three-year celebration across Ontario. Anne Miskovsky, Economic Development Manager at the Municipality of Leamington said the Municipality has plans for various War of 1812 Bicentennial projects including a Peace Garden and a General’s Ball planned to coordinate with a tall ships drive by.

Stork Stork Report Report

Neustaeter - Eva & Jeremy Lapos of Leamington, a boy on April 2.

Langlois - Shauna & Brian of LaSalle, a boy on April 8.

Mellow - Jennifer & Ryan of Comber, a girl on April 13.

Banman - Barbara & Neil of Kingsville, a boy on April 14.

The Stork Report is sponsored by

Lunch and Learn at Colasantis

The Windsor-Essex County Senior Games is hosting a Lunch and Learn at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. On Thursday, May 12 at noon a generous buffet lunch of pasta, salad and Joe’s famous roasted chicken and dessert will be served.

Get tips from the pros as Joe Colasanti, in his colourful but practical style, explores some of the hot new plants for the upcoming season and discusses indoor and outdoor plant maintenance. Tickets are $15 and are available at Colasanti’s Restaurant, the Leamington Half Century Centre and Leamington Court Retirement Residence. Proceeds raised from this event will benefit the Windsor-Essex Senior Games for their 2011 season. For more information contact Committee members Paulette Kupnicki at 519-974-3709, pkupnikci@ cogeco.ca or Blaise Gillis at 519-735-4879, bgillis3@ cogeco.ca.

(SUN Photo)

Chilifest organizer, Deb Daher, SECC Financial Officer, and Carolyn Warkentin, SECC Executive Director. In back, from

SECC Volunteer of the Year honoured

The South Essex Community Council held its Volunteer Appreciation Night on Wednesday, April 13 at Colasanti’s.

This is the sixth year for the special evening to treat the many SECC volunteers to a free dinner and recognize the Dees Gelderland Volunteer of the Year. This year the SECC Volunteer Appreciation Committee decided to honour a group of volunteers – the organizers of Chilifest, one of the largest fundraisers for SECC.

This year’s recipients were John Woelk, Bryon Walker and Garry Mereszak. In the past four years, Chilifest has raised approximately $40,000 towards the purchase of a new community accessible transit bus.

John, Bryon and Garry have coordinated and facilitated Chilifest for 15 years and it continues to grow each year. They not only volunteer their time, but also enlist the help of family and friends. “We just put the wheels together and they [volunteers and family and friends] push it forward,” said Woelk of the support he and the others receive.

The namesake of the award, Dees Gelderland, was a volunteer with the SECC Meals on Wheels program for over a decade. He transformed the program from three days a week into the seven days a week program that it is today.

And one final note from John Woelk – “don’t forget the Soup & Salad Luncheon is set for November.”

In the In the Back Yard... Back Yard...

When we think of Easter and plants, the Easter lily comes to mind. My fondest memories of spring and Easter are the mixed pans. Our greenhouses would be busting at the rafters with every color and annual bedding plant you could imagine. We would use 6-8 or 10-inch pots and plant a multiple assortment of colorful bedding plants, including an Easter lily in the centre. This was always a popular item sold in the flower shops. Unfortunately as time passed, labor costs and mass merchandising developed and the mixed pan disappeared. Today you may see an assortment of tropical plants and a lily planted together – not as festive.

The Easter cactus is available in most stores today, but has never been a big hit as a holiday crop because it takes too long to produce. Greenhouse growers prefer plants that finish in 12 weeks or less, rather than 12 months.

Easter and Christmas cactus are often confused. They are easily distinguished by the leaves. Easter cactus has jagged tooth-like notches and Christmas cactus has round notches. But if you have a green thumb the Christmas cactus can be easily displayed on Easter and not many of your guests will know the difference.

Christmas cactus flowers from November to late January, Easter cactus flowers from April to late May. Easter cactus prefers to be on the dry side; this will prevent the stems from shriveling. Misting the leaves occasionally is advisable, but over-watering will cause the roots to rot, killing the plant. Keep your plant out of direct sunlight, but a well-lit room is best. The Easter cactus is much more hardy than the Christmas cactus. Moving the plant around is not a problem, but it will grow better if left in one spot.

Cactus are easy to grow, with proper sunlight. Fertilize as you would any houseplant.

Happy Easter!

Bill Plumb is a 5th generation horticulturist. He started his journey as an independent grower and

wholesaler in 1971, joining the family business in Leamington going back to his father, uncle and grandfather to 1922. During that time he developed multiple retail flower and garden centres including a landscaping company with his brother. After selling that part of the business, Bill continued growing seedlings and potted nursery stock, developing a successful mail order business. Email: bpmarketing24@ yahoo.ca.

The Dees Gelderland Volunteer of the Year Award was presented by South Essex Community Council on Wednesday, April 13 to the organizers of Chilifest. Pictured here, in front, from the left are Gerry Gelderland, Bryon Walker,

left are Brian Gero, Vice Chair SECC Board of Directors, Garry Mereszak, Chilifest organizer, and John Woelk, Chilifest organizer. (SUN Photo)

Book Sponsors:

- John O’s

Our sincere thanks to all our supporters, sponsors, fans, coaches, volunteers and to the entire community for your support. Kim and Bruno Carnevale

Our sincere thanks to all our supporters, sponsors, fans, coaches, volunteers and to the entire community for your support. Kim and Bruno Carnevale

- Spraytec

- Wheatley Lions Club

- Animal Hospital and Clinics

- Anthony Keats Marine Ltd.

- Dr. Brissette

- Rose City Ford Sales Ltd

- Faubert Meats

- H&H Wood Products Inc

- Ciliska Excavating & Trucking

- Dejavu Raw Energy

- D.W. Design Art

- D.A.D.S Auto Detailing

- Weil’s Food Processing

- Johnston Net & Twine

- Real Canadian Superstore

- Athlete’s Choice

- Don Johnston Electric Ltd.

- P.L.M. Custom Work

- Hike Metal Products Ltd.

- Penny Makes Sense of Cents

- Mercer’s Service Centre

- Lucky Wok Restaurant

- Countryside Chrysler Dodge Ltd

- Software N Systems

- Bowman Feeds Ltd

- Talbot Trail Golf Club

- Jack’s Coffee Shop

- Ciacelli Mechanical Contractors Limited

- Wm. W. Hammond Insurance

- Ken Knapp Ford

- Talbot Trail Ltd.

- Freddy’s

- Robinson Motorcyle

- Harder’s Heating & Cooling

- Wheatley District Optimist

- Scaddan & Jakob

- Gabriele Floor & Home

- Loop Fisheries

- Southland Insurance

- Gilligan’s

- Pelee Lighthouse Life & Financial

- Pickle Carpentry

- Joey’s Only

- Wheatley Woods

- Hub International

- Tradewind Carriers

- Manulife Securities

- RWG Manufacturing

- Andre Lanoue

- Lanoue Chevrolet

- Municipality of Chatham-Kent

- Dr. Derrick – Chiropractor

- Evergreen Memorial Park

- Reis Appliance

- Wiper’s Small Engines

- Realty House - SunParlour Inc. Brokerage

- Jose’s Noodle Factory

- Campers Cove

- Leamington International Trucks Limited

- Wheatley Legion - Branch 324

- Southwest Outdoors Club

- Fox Ready-Mix Co. Limited

- Windsor Factory

- Reid Funeral Home

- Forever Monuments

- Liddle’s Fish & Chips

- Kerr Norton - Computer Supplies

- J.H. Eaton

Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public

- Wheatley RBC

- Kent & Essex Mutual Insurance

- Speqtra - Optimist International

Sweater Sponsors:

- SM Freight

- Jack’s Coffee Shop

- Yara

- Berry Plastic Orillia

- Agplast

- Polytarp

- Koppert

- Don Johnston Electric

- Envirotec

- DiCiocco Farms

- Continental Paint

- Tee Up to Diabetes

- DiNiro Farms

- Excalibur

- Leamington Collision

- Car Barn Restaurant

- Adamson Pharmacy

- RicDust Construction

- Johnston Net & Twine

- Bowman Feed & Supply

- Holland Testers Ltd

- Wheatley Home Building Centre

- Wheatley Chiropractic Clinic

- Mercer’s Service Centre

- Spraytec

- HUB International

- H & H Upholstery

Ice Time Sponsors:

- Windsor Factory Supply

- Lucky Wok

- H & H Wood Products

- Wheatley Optimists

- SM Freight

- Neil Sawatzky

Bus Donation:

- Jerry and Jim Omstead

Thank you to all of our board members. Special thanks to Donna Matier and Hilda Franklin for all their hard work over the year. Thanks to Dr Beleutz, Wheatley Chiropractor, for working on the boys at no charge for the past two years. TO ANYONE WE MIGHT HAVE OVERLOOKED, OUR SINCERE THAN KS!

JUNIOR C GOLF TOURNEY

JUNE 4 - TALBOT TRAIL GOLF

$100 per person - $80 for members Includes Meal and Prizes

RIBFEST MAY 14, 2011

WHEATLEY ARENA

Tickets $16 per person

Scotiabank Bantam Girls captured the Essex Kent Girls Interlock Hockey League (EKGILHL) Tier 3 Championship on Sunday, April 10 at the Essex arena with a shoot-out sudden victory from Brooklyn Sarkis. Team members include: Head Coach Jamie Davie (rear, left), Assistant Coach Dan Hammond (rear, right) and Trainer Christie Reid. Back row, left to right: Amanda Shagat, Merissa Clowater, Caitlyn Shives, Brooklyn Sarkis, Kaitlyn Davie, Mckenzie Cervini, Erin Reid, Lauren Hammond. Second row: Joline Driedger, Alisa Reid, Kathryn Ciacelli. Front: Jenna Lamb.

Kelsey Babkirk, Hannah Toews, Shayna Augustine, Bryclin Mullins. Back row: Madi Hamm, Olivia Wuerch, Fallon Mitchell, Jordyn Robinson, Sammar LiebrockCharif, Steph Mastronardi, Delaney McVeigh, Taylor Babkirk and Sydney Dries. Coaches, from the left, are Brandon Mullins, Mike McVeigh, Greg Liebrock and Greg Dries.

Golden Years

mini golf

Forty-nine players met for mini golf on Thurs. Apr. 14 at Colasanti’s.

Tom Hyatt, Bill Mayville and Rose Taylor walked off with first-place cash with a 230, 10 under 2 rounds. The Sweet boys – Art, Barry and Arnold – along with Milt Taylor captured second place with 236. One spot back in third spot was Gerry Wilkinson, Ethel Ferguson and Don Ribble. Low rounds went to Gerry Wilkinson at 33/37, a 70, with Andy Orsini showing 73, Frank Lasi 74 and Bill Mayville 75. Julia Kos, Milt Taylor, Barry Sweet, Don Ribble and Rose Taylor carded 78s. Pete Daudlin, Lloyd Honey, Iggy Arner and Art Sweet all came in with even par 80s. Gerry Wilkinson racked up 6 aces to his credit. Next holes-in-one were 4 for Bill Mayville, Mary MacRae, Andy Orsini and Frank Lasi. Three fell for Eva Kah, Barb Arner and Frank Lasi, and a pair dropped for Art Sweet, Milt Taylor, Pete Daudlin, Ralph Butler, Tom Hyatt, Rose Taylor, Duane and Eileen MacIntosh, Mary Ann Vickery, Bill Taylor, Bill Ward, Lloyd Honey and John Vlodarchyk. Single aces counted for Barry Sweet, Eleanor Wilkinson, Don Ribble, Ethel Ferguson, Gary Honey, Kathy Bradley, Gerrit Vriesen, John Unrau, John and Barb Murphy, Marg Ross, Bryon Walker, Nancy Hill, Marie Lasi, Angus MacRae, Betty McManus, Shirley Thiessen and Eleanor Brook. Need to get out? Join the fun on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Colasanti’s, eh?

Point Pelee Penguins Win Arizona Championship

The Point Pelee Penguins defeated teams from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Abbotsford, BC, and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, in overtime, to emerge as champions of the Canadian Hockey Enterprises tournament held April 8-10 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Most of the members of the team have played together for more than 20 years. They compete in tournaments all over North America, and over the past three years have also won championships in Las Vegas, Chicago and Pittsburg. Pictured above are the Arizona tournament champions. Front row, left to right: Mark Matheson, Ken Cobby, Wayne Gillett, Kim Davidson, Jim Ferguson. Back row: Tim Schiefer, Gary Atkinson, Bruce Scott, Jeff Stevenson, Mike Herbert, Brian Roach, Tom Drummond. Absent from photo is team coach Brian Plumb. (Photo Submitted)

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REC ROUND-UP REC ROUND-UP

The Complex has youth programs galore:

• There are several Kirk Bowman Hockey Camps being offered this Spring: ages 8-10 years and 11-13 years on Saturday, April 30; Wednesday, May 4; and Saturday, May 7. The cost is $60 per player for these training and conditioning hockey camps. Register now!

• Youth swim/gym/skate pass. Let the kids be active.

• Book your child’s birthday party, either swimming and pizza party or skating and pizza party. Your house stays clean and the kids have loads of fun at a Complex Activity Party!

• NEW! Youth Triathlon Camp for children ages 6-11 years offered on June 3, 4, 5. Register in advance.

Spring Shape-Up Special: A 3-month membership on sale now during the month of April for $115 plus HST. Come join the growing numbers of people who are working out at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

Student Memberships: Annual membership for students is very affordable, plus we have a summer membership special on sale now till May 31 – four months for $115 plus HST for students home from university or college this summer.

Urban Poling Workshop on April 30 led by Manager of Recreation Amanda Smith on the new Leamington Trail (adjacent to the Complex parking lot). Register in advance, as equipment is limited.

• We’ve got treadmills, elliptical trainers, the (dreaded) stair master machines, spinning bikes and recumbent bikes to get your cardio rate elevated and your blood pressure down!

• We’ve got Hammer Strength free weights and Apex and Life Fitness selectorized weight machines to help you tone and trim, build muscle, and to increase your metabolism and burn more calories!

• We’ve got recreational lane swims, AquaFitness and AquaTherapy classes, and Masters Swim Program.

It’s a proven fact that regular exercise relives stress and gives you more energy. It’s time to trim, tone and shape that body of yours! You can do it!

Talbot Trail senior golf news

It seems as if our final games of 2010 were a long time ago. However, it’s now time to start limbering up. Do your stretches and clean your golf shoes and clubs.

The pro shop is open and the golf course is eager for you and your friends to start playing the beautiful and challenging golf course.

We want to welcome back all past Tuesday senior golfers, and also invite any new oldtimer players (50+) to enjoy our league.

If weather permits, we will commence play on Tuesday, April 26 starting at 1 p.m. Please arrive between 12:15 and 12:30 as a lot of players have to be registered. We also need to organize the various pairing for that day. The cost of $20 is very reasonable for all that the player gets back in food and fun!

We will all deeply miss Barb Getty and Barb Irwin, Talbot Trail members.

Sun Parlour Curling Club wraps up season – reluctantly

Curling Notes by Gordon Wonnick

The 2010-2011 curling season at Sun Parlour Curling Club was one of those things we did not want to see end, but traditionally curling season ends at this time of year and people turn to other activities like golf, gardening, fishing, etc.

This was truly a successful season which saw our membership climb to just over 200. To put that into perspective, just two years ago our membership stood at 131. Just as important as the numbers is the fact that many of the new members are generally young couples and young professional singles. The result is that our average age of membership has been dramatically lowered, which speaks well for the future. Our club has had quite a number of seniors for a long time and fortunately we continue to attract more senior retirees that have never curled before.

Sun Parlour Curling Club has and will continue to work hard to increase membership. One of the ways this is accomplished is by having fun nights on about five Saturday nights where non-members are encouraged to come out and try curling, receive instruction and enjoy some pizza and fellowship for just $10. This has proven to be very successful, with good attendance at a high of 72. As a result, quite a number of people have joined or will join the club for next season.

Just as important, as it relates to club growth, is membership retention. The club has made an effort to make new members feel comfortable and involved. One of the actions in this regard were two “New Meets Old” bonspiels where an effort was made to have at least one new member on each participating team. Both bonspiels were very successful with 56 participants taking part in each one.

One of our members, Sparky Belanger, has for several years spearheaded a Sunday afternoon junior program for young people 6-16 years of age. Each Sunday, 20-30 kids come to the club and receive some instruction ranging from proper etiquette to how the game is played, including technique. We have seen some great results, and graduates from this program now represent Leamington District Secondary School in the county league. Bantam teams – both boys and mixed – are now participating in out of club bonspiels. This is a program that is beneficial not only to the club’s future, it also promotes the game of curling, and last but certainly not least helps in developing fine young citizens. The Rhine Danube Club continues as a major sponsor of our junior curling program. We thank them for their support. We also appreciate the hard work of Sparky and his helpers.

This year, as in past seasons, we hosted several ladies, men’s and mixed bonspiels, all of which were very successful. Most had a full complement of curlers, as a matter of fact some had teams on a waiting list. We were happy to see good representation from out of town. We also had our St. Patrick’s Day senior men’s bonspiel, which was the 41st annual and again full participation. This year the Southwest Ontario Senior Curling Association made available a second date in January for us to host another event. Thanks to a major sponsor, Udo Renner Financial, we hosted our first annual Don Emerson Memorial Bonspiel in honour of the late Don Emerson, a longtime member of our club and a man very active in supporting charities in our town. Again, we had a full house and in fact had a waiting list for this event. We are indeed fortunate to have some excellent curlers on our roster. Our senior curlers are very active in participating in county and area bonspiels and it is not unusual for them to come home as winners. Our ladies are certainly representing our club very well. As an example, teams skipped by Linda Patkau and Cathy Moncur were our representatives in regional ladies seniors competition, and the team of Bonnie Hyatt (skip), Krista Rickerd, Janan Alles and Janice Watson participated in two provincial championships. Our men also did pretty well, with the team of Doug Scott, Lionel Aasen, John McGregor and Doug Uyesgui as our representatives in the Grand Master provincial finals. None of our teams won the province, but just to participate is a major accomplishment.

I had previously reported some of our league winners and I would like to add the following: Wayne Quinn (skip), Will Patkau, Bob Keene and Rob Bigley were the winners of our Thursday night league, and Tim and Sharon Stevenson along with Ted and Sue Dube won the Friday mixed league. Our season ended just like it started, with a Swing and

Sweep bonspiel where teams play 9 holes of golf and then curl a game to decide winners. I don’t think it matters much who wins, the curlers just seem to have a real good time.

As you can see, a lot of fun things happen during the curling season and we do have room for a few more members. Sun Parlour Curling Club will welcome you with open arms, why not give it a try next season.

Pre-Tryout Skills & Conditioning Camp

“Are you serious about making the team?”

Saturday, April 30

Group A: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Group B: 11:00 - 12:00 noon

Wednesday, May 4

Group A: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Group B: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 7

Group A: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Group B: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

OPEN TO BOYS AND GIRLS

Pre-Tryout Camp 2011

• skating drills, skill drills, conditioning drills

• high tempo, practice atmosphere

• specialty drills for forwards and defencemen

• gives players a step on the competition

• get used to new equipment

• goalies welcome “Show the coach you are prepared!” Program cost: $60 including taxes.

Note: No refund for sessions missed! For

at 519-322-2337

Meet Tim Shultz…

Tim Shultz was born in Sudbury in 1959 and lived in the north until he left for university. His first taste of music was at family gatherings. With a French Canadian background, music was very important. Right after dinner his aunt would play the electric guitar and his uncle played the fiddle. The music was jigs and reels, and everyone clapped and sang along. Tim would play along with a wooden spoon, pretending it was a guitar.

One day, when he was in grade 5, his teacher brought in a guitar and an autoharp and asked him to play along on the autoharp in front of the class. The teacher inspired Tim to study the guitar, and at the age of 10 he got one for Christmas (a $30 K-mart guitar). His aunt taught him how to play the song “The House of the Rising Sun”. Tim called the local music store and started formal lessons in a group with 2 other students. Through the lessons he started playing at music festivals, which included the Kiwanis music festival. The first year he got 2nd prize, but the next year and in years to follow he took 1st prize.

At age 16 Tim was hired at the store where he studied to teach beginner guitar, and at 17 started playing electric guitar in a wedding band. At age 18 he went to Cambrian College in Sudbury and studied Royal Conservatory classical guitar with Robert Hamilton from Toronto and Philip Candelaria, a touring recording classical artist who had studied with Aaron

Schearer, who has written the most widely used classical guitar method book. (Philip is currently playing with the Canadian Guitar Quartet.)

While at college Tim opened a school of music with 4 other friends, teaching guitar, piano, accordion, organ, and theory and history. He sold his share of the business when he went on to university. He got his college diploma of Applied Arts Program with a major in Classical Guitar. Tim also took violin, cello, trumpet and piano, theory, history, ear training and performance classes where you would have to play for the class. This helped train the nerves for performance on stage.

After graduation he auditioned for Windsor and Western University music programs and chose Windsor. He got an entrance scholarship and teaching position at the Academie St. Cecile as the Guitar Department Head.

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Tim studied with several guitar teachers, including a year with Joe Fava in Detroit, and traveled twice a month to Toronto for private lessons with Norbert Kraft. He still found time to play duet gigs with Donna Hayes of Tecumseh on guitar, flute and vocals at weddings, etc.

Tim also performed with Jean-François Rompré, the principal flutist with Windsor Symphony Orchestra, doing flute and guitar duets at dinner engagements, art gallery concerts and a few CBC radio shows. While in his third year of studies he embarked on a solo classical guitar career, playing solo shows in Sudbury, Oshawa, Toronto and Ann Arbour, Michigan. He finished his degree and switched his major from music performance to music education.

Tim started supply teaching in Essex County then got a full-time position in the Music Department at Mary Mount College, a private all-girls school in Sudbury, where he took on the role of head of the Arts Department. He continued his studies with a 3-year Honours Specialist Degree.

The next move was back to Essex County to Kingsville Public School, starting a music program from scratch. Next he spent 10 years at Leamington District Secondary School teaching music and geography, and then went to Kingsville District High School teaching 3 years with Norm Buchanan and 7 years as head of the Music Department. Tim also taught (continued on page 21)

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love the sports teams: they are competitive but everyone gets to play, which is even better.“

• “Our educational trips throughout and at the end of the year, set us apart.“

• “I love the parties and all-school eventsthat help us interact with the entire school, not just our class.“

• “We strive to make a difference,instead of just existing.“

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John R. Park Homestead hosting Princess Party, yard sale

The Friends of the John R. Park Homestead are hosting two fun fundraisers over the next week or so.

On Saturday, April 30, the day after the Royal Wedding, bring your little princesses to the Homestead. Girls age 4-12 and their accompanying adults will take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage, learn to curtsey and communicate with fans, enjoy high tea, and discover the stories of real princesses from history. This program is available by advance registration only. Sign up online at onlineregistrations.ca/jrph. Wear your princess dress and bring your own tiara – BYOT.

Sunday, May 1 is the Homestead’s annual yard sale. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. to browse a fine selection of vintage jewellery and household items. Repurposing is the new trend in decorating, and it’s good for the environment too. The sale goes ahead rain or shine, and admission is free.

Funds raised by the Friends are used to support the operation of the Homestead – 2010 winner of Ontario’s best living history museum.

For more information on John R. Park Homestead, visit www.erca.org and click on conservation areas, call 519738-2029, or email jrph@erca.org.

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private guitar, woodwind, brass and theory lessons.

Tim plays bass guitar and does the vocals in a Windsor wedding band called Eclipse, playing mainly in the Detroit area for the past 10 years.

Most interesting gig: Five years ago, while playing at an outdoor wedding in Peterborough, the weather took a turn part way through the show and they got the tail end of a hurricane. The winds were so strong that the tent was almost blown away, but they lived to tell the tale.

Most significant show: While in his 3rd year of teaching at Mary Mount in Sudbury, his Junior Band Grade 9 & 10 Girls competed at Music Fest Canada in Toronto and took the gold medal for the #1 band in Canada.

Tim won an international guitar contest in Los Angeles in 1978 at the age of 18. He played a 15-minute classical sonata to an audience of 5,000 people and got a trophy for his hard work. This experience sold him on the fact that music was going to be his life.

If you could play with anyone who would it be?: Tim would have loved to play the up-

right bass with Lester Flatts and Earl Scruggs playing bluegrass music.

In 5 year’s time: Tim hopes to be enjoying retirement and he wants to do more private teaching oneon one with his students to help them develop their love of music – a life skill they will have for the rest of their lives.

Southpoint Hockey Awards - Girls

Peewee RCRER: Most Improved, Alyee Church; Most Dedicated, Chelsea Hickson; Most Sportsmanlike, Tatum Davison and Player’s Creed, Chase Cabral. Bantam Colasanti’s: Most Improved, Fallon Mitchell; Most Dedicated, Sydney Dries; Most Sportsmanlike, Olivia Wuerch; Top Goalie, Shayna Augustine; and Player’s Creed, Kelsey Babkirk.

Bantam Scotia Bank: Most Improved, Mackenzie Cervini; Most Dedicated, Alissa Reid; Most Sportsmanlike, Brooklyn Sarkis; and Top Forward, Lauren Hammond.

Intermediate Rhine Danube: Most Improved, Holly Taves; Most Dedicated, Jessica Nash; Most Sportsmanlike, Francesca Esposito; Minor Hockey Player of the Year, Kirsten Leipold; and Player’s Creed, Heather Reid.

Intermediate Wheatley Optimists: Most Improved, Lynden Omstead; Most Dedicated, Nicole Simpson; Most Sportsmanlike, Catherine Valle; and Top Defence, Kerra Gradwell.

Midget Travel Rhine Danube: Most Improved, Shay Leclaire; Most Dedicated, Amanda Stasko; Most Sportsmanlike, Dana Peltier; Top Goalie, Carleigh Manning; Top Defence, Jessica Gray; Top Forward, Shailyn Waites; Minor Hockey Player of the Year, Jillian Iles; and Player’s Creed, Dana Peltier.

at all times, custom made while you wait

St. Louis School captures badminton championships

The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board recently held its badminton championships at the University of Windsor. Competing in Division C with the largest schools in the system, St. Louis School in Leamington won the championship with 59 points. The runner-up with 44 points was Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Windsor.

Winning gold medals for St. Louis were Dillon St. Bernard in singles and Joshua Botelho and Alex Goncalves in doubles. Receiving silver medals were Joshua Elias and Chantel Mendes in mixed-doubles. Earning bronze were Dante Figliomeni (singles), Sammar Charif (singles), Bruno Milos and Justin Faustino (doubles), and Kiefer Simpson and Megan Puyda (mixed-doubles). Rounding out the team and earning valuable team points were Alyssa Fratarcangeli, Fernanda Hernandes, Celeste Dancel, Morgan Malott, and Vanessa Matias.

This win ended a perfect season for the team as this was its fifth championship in five outings. St. Louis had earlier won a singles only tournament, a doubles only tournament, and two full tournaments. Many members of the team will be back at St. Louis next year attempting to duplicate this season’s record. Good luck, Crusaders!

• Includes use of the Weight Room, Cardio Areas, Walking/Jogging Track, Recreational Swimming, Gymnasium, Racquetball, Squash, Core Fitness & Aqua Fitness Classes!

• Valid full-time student card required.

• Students home from University, College, Secondary School.

• Includes use of Weightroom, Cardio Machines, Walking/Jogging Track, Rec. Swim, Rec. Gym, Racquetball & Squash, Core Fitness & Aqua Fitness Classes.

Southern Footprints Half Marathon

The Southern Footprints Half Marathon, 5 km and Kids 1km Dash attracted approximately 300 participants from across Ontario early Sunday morning, April 17. Pictured here are the half marathon runners lined up outside Pelee Days Inn. The run took them through Pelee National Park, which provided protection from the high winds on Sunday. The event is part of the Running Factory Race Series, with all proceeds being donated to the Lung Association. New this year at the Southern Footprints Half Marathon was a 1 km Kids Dash.

Pictured above, from left to right, are competitors Jordan Bonneau, Kaed HornickMartin, Oliver Embrey, Ruby Embrey and the winner of the dash Sawyer Kinghorn in a time of 2:08.

Female overall winner top 3 in the 5K

Kirstie Kniaziew

Blaire Gervais

Sheri Mazzella

Male overall winner top 3 in the 5K

Brad Reiter

Matt Gervais

Jacob Snyder

Female overall top 3 in the Half Marathon

Dawn Van Vlack

Sheri Darlison

Becky Sanders

Male overall top 3 in the Half Marathon

Lionel Sanders

Nikolay Ryabkov

Bert Mucci

Register your choice to donate

Residents who have previously signed an organ donor card are encouraged to register their consent to organ and tissue donation.

Last summer, the province phased out the paper organ donor consent cards that were mailed to individuals along with driver’s license renewals. While previously signed organ donor cards remain legal consent, there is a risk that if such cards are not found with an individual at the time of death, medical staff will not be able to know for sure whether consent was granted.

Under the donor card system, consent was not recorded in any electronic database and therefore consent could not be verified without the presence of a card. Under the new registration system, Ontarians who register their consent to organ and tissue donation will have their decision to donate stored in a secure Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care database.

“The donor card system had been used in Ontario for many years, so members of the public may not be fully aware of changes to the consent process,” said Paula Schmidt, Organ and Tissue Donation Coordinator at Hôtel-Dieu Grace Hospital.

“Residents can easily register their consent in one of the following ways:

• Print and mail back a signed Gift of Life Consent Form available at www.giftoflife.ca.

• Call 1-800-263-2833 to have a consent form mailed to you.

• Register your consent to donate at a Service Ontario office when you renew your photo health card.

National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week runs April 17-23. Register your consent and talk with your family about your decision to give the gift of life. One conversation can make all the difference for the future.

Southpoint Hockey Awards - Boys

Boys Travel

Novice: Most Improved, Eric Wright; Most Dedicated, Paul Schiller; Most Sportsmanship, Reese Hyatt; and Player’s Creed, Addison Major.

Atom Major: Player’s Creed, Colton Major.

Atom AE: Most Improved, Hayden Mitchell; Most Dedicated, Andrew Collier; and Most Sportsmanlike, Matthew Klassen.

Peewee Major: Most Improved, Jimmy McClellan; Most Dedicated, Matthew Taylor; Most Sportsmanship,

Noah Santos; Top Defence, Bailey Loveless; Top Forward, Eric Prudence; and Player’s Creed, Matthew Taylor.

Peewee AE: Most Improved, Riley Gabriele; Most Dedicated, Jessica Jeffery; and Most Sportsmanlike, Evan Loveless.

Bantam Major: Most Improved, Bryan Bradley; Most Dedicated, Eric Taylor; Most Sportsmanlike, Spencer Klassen; and Player’s Creed, Eric Taylor.

Midget AE: Most Improved, Scott Robinson; Most Dedicated, Tyler Jackson; Most Sportsmanlike, Branden McKeen; Top Goalie, Tyler Jackson; Minor Hockey Player of the Year, Jared Mastronardi; and Player’s Creed, Jared Adams.

Boys House League Novice

Timbits Blue: Most Improved, Raine Schieffer; Most Dedicated, Cameron Newman; and Most Sportsmanlike, Andrew Verhaeghe.

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

60 Erie Street N., Leamington 519-326-3111

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 a.m.

Calvary Church North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 a.m.

BAPTIST

Calvary Baptist Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-326-0876

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church 589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 a.m.

220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644

Saturday Services:

Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services

9:30 a.m. (German), 10:30 a.m. (English)

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services

10:50 a.m. (Summer 10 a.m.)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734

Sunday Worship Services

9:15 a.m. (German), 10:45 a.m. (English)

Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church 108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.

Summer Worship Services

9:30 a.m. (German), 10:15 a.m. (English)

Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605

Sunday Worship Services

9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.

North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

South Point Community Church 55A Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10 a.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Iglesia La Buena Semilla 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342

Sunday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Leamington District

Memorial Hospital

194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

285 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-322-2316

Sunday Worships 9:15 & 11 a.m.

Leamington Christian Centre 98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.

English/Spanish 6:30 p.m.

Templo Christiano De Leamington

39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654

Sunday Worship Services 3 p.m.

Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel

6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031

Sunday Worship 7:30 p.m.

United Pentecostal Church

312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056

Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.

PRESBYTERIAN

Knox Presbyterian Church

58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541

Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.

ROMAN CATHOLIC

St. Michael’s Parish

29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Sunday Masses:

9 a.m., 11 a.m., 7:30 p.m.

Sunday Spanish Mass 2:30 p.m. (February to November)

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass 5 p.m.

Sunday Masses: 9 a.m. (Italian, English), 11 a.m. (Portuguese, English)

St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)

280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282

Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 a.m. (Lebanese, English)

SALVATION ARMY

The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street Leamington 519-326-4901

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

Leamington United Church 9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461

Sunday Worship Services 10:30

Most Dedicated, Zander Dault; and Most Sportsmanlike, Zeel Patel.

Timbits Maroon: Most Improved, Hannah Chacko; Most Dedicated, Kyle Fehr; Most Sportsmanlike, Drake Mastronardi; and Player’s Creed, Ryan Durocher. Atom

Unico: Most Improved, Kodie Wiebe; Most Dedicated, Morgan Brown; Most Sportsmanlike, Abbey Resendes; and Player’s Creed, Morgan Brown.

Sunbrite: Most Improved, Jordan Blake; Most Dedicated, Ryan Cherneski; and Most Sportsmanlike, Eliza Brown.

Primo: Most Improved, Alex Stewart; Most Dedicated, Steven Wiebe; and Most Sportsmanlike, Connie Wiebe.

Leamington Chrysler: Most Improved, Cassandra Bluhm; Most Dedicated, Keagan Chambers; and Most Sportsmanlike, Tanner Granger.

Timbits Red: Most Improved, Kendra Epp; Most Dedicated, Colton Ippolitti; and Most Sportsmanlike, Keagan Chambers.

Timbits White: Most Improved, Austin Neufeld; Most Dedicated, Tobias Friessen; and Most Sportsmanlike, Dylan Paparola.

Timbits Black: Most Improved, Jason Deraische;

Fox Ready Mix: Most Improved, Erica Taylor; Most Dedicated, Joep Vangellecum; and Most Sportsmanlike, Tara Rahm. Peewee

Canadian Tire: Most Improved, Cordell Friesen; Most Dedicated, Dante Dimilo; and Most Sportsmanlike, Sebastian Sarkis .

Naples Pizza: Most Improved, Anthony Fehr; Most Dedicated, Chase Hickson; and Most Sportsmanlike, Cale Johns.

Weil’s Foods: Most Improved, Lucas Azar; Most Dedicated, CJ Church; Most Sportsmanlike, Jackson Ingratta; and Player’s Creed, Diangelo Policella.

C.A. Bailey: Most Improved, Tristan Corlett; Most Dedicated, Cam Driedger; and Most Sportsmanlike, Lauren Gradwell.

Bantam

Southland Insurance: Most Improved, Kyle P.; Most Dedicated, Noah Chacko; Most Sportsmanlike, Chris Fehr; and Player’s Creed, Eric Koop. Lions Club: Most Improved, Tarek Nader; Most Dedicated, Austin Kaspardlov; and Most Sportsmanlike, Robert Botham.

Midget

Anthony Keats: Most Improved, Reuben Fehr; Most Dedicated, Ryan Botham; Most Sportsmanlike, Alex Fratercangeli; Top Goalie, Chris Preston; and Top Defence, Spencer Guyitt.

Gillett Sheet Metal: Most Improved, Cameron Dupuis; Most Dedicated, Matt Livingston; Most Sportsmanlike, Charbel Tannous; and Player’s Creed, Anthony Tannous. Windsor Factory: Most Improved, Dane LeClaire; Most Dedicated, Adam Hyatt; Most Sportsmanlike, Drew Wilson; Top Forward, Wheaton Mouck; and Minor Hockey Player of the Year, Jake Koning.

Keith Lindsay Coaching Staff of the Year Award: Intermediate Rhine Danube – Dean Mifflin, Tracey Davison, Jamie Nash, Richard Reid.

Travel Coaching Staff of the Year Award: Terry Symons, Daryl Glaser, Stephan Taylor, Thomas Grubb, Andrea Symons.

House League Coaching Staff of the Year: Greg McGivern, Kevin Previtt, Terry McGivern, Tony Sarkis. Ken Epp Memorial Award, Trainer of the Year: Ray Adams. Mrs. Pep Award: Tara Liebrock.

Board Member of the Year: “Mr./Mrs. Hockey”: Susie Ciacelli.

Referee of the Year: Travel – Andy Anthony, House – Eric Taylor. Timekeeper of the Year: Chris Preston.

Soli Deo Gloria Singers will present “The Lord

The Soli Deo Gloria Singers, under the direction of Paul Dueck and Nancy Dyck, are busy practicing for their upcoming concert “The Lord Is My Shepherd”. The 40-voice choir is celebrating its 10th year of quality, choral music. Their music reflects the theme “To God Only Be the Glory”, which is the English translation of their name Soli Deo Gloria.

The 23rd Psalm, sometimes called the Pastoral Psalm or Shepherd’s Palm, is one of the most familiar texts in Biblical literature. Like all great works of art, literature and music, this psalm has endured through the ages, bringing its message of personal joy, confidence and triumph to generation after generation. It has been said that “what the nightingale is among birds, that is this divine ode among the Psalms.”

The 23rd Psalm strikes a responsive chord in all who read and hear it because it speaks about God’s care and concern for His people. It implies a profound relationship between humankind and its Maker. It contains truths of peace and consolation that flood over the anguished soul and the crying heart. What better Psalm can there be to set to music? For the spring concert, the directors have pieced together a wonderful tapestry of songs that utilize the imagery found in the 23rd Psalm. Concert-goers will hear five versions of the Psalm itself, including the beautiful compositions of Franz Schubert and Henry Smart, a German rendition of the familiar Crimond version, as well as one by Carl Nygard and one by the contemporary composer John Rutter. The choir will also perform J.S. Bach’s “Sheep May Safely Graze”, McDonald’s “It Is Well With My Soul”, Henry Millicone’s “Hear Me Redeemer”, Mendelssohn’s “The One Hundredth Psalm” and Schwoebel’s “All Good Gifts” The concert concludes with three joyful hymns of praise including the rousing spiritual “Ain’t That Good News”.

Joining the choir as guests will be the musical duo Jubal’s Daughters, Averil Clarke on flute, and Anita Leschied on harp. They will perform a duet as well as accompany the choir on several numbers.

Performances are April 30 at 8 p.m. at Glenwood United Church in Windsor and on May 1 at 3 p.m. at UMEI, 6th Concession west of Hwy 77, north of Leamington. Advance tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students, or $12 and $6 at the door. They are available at the Mennonite Savings and Credit Union or from choir members.

FORM 6 Municipal Act, 2001

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER

THE CORPORATION OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF LEAMINGTON

Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received at the Leamington Municipal Building at 38 Erie Street North, Leamington, Ontario N8H 2Z3 until 15 April 2011 and after 15 April 2011 at the Leamington Municipal Building at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington Ontario N8H 2Z9 until 3:00 p.m. local time on 27 April 2011. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Leamington Municipal Building at 111 Erie Street North, Leamington.

Description of Lands:

Roll No. 37 06 440 000 15900 0000; 996 Point Pelee Dr. Leamington; PIN 75104-0066(LT) Part Lot 51 Plan 1393 Mersea lying W of Pelee Dr, S/T beneficiaries interest in R1325939 if enforceable; Leamington. File 09-08

Minimum Tender Amount: $35,534.99

Roll No. 37 06 540 000 16900 0000; 5 Julien Ave. Leamington; PIN 75102-0390(LT) Lot 27 Plan 1218 Mersea; Leamington. File 09-09

Minimum Tender Amount: $10,938.30

Roll No. 37 06 590 000 07700 0000; 522 Mersea Rd. 3 Leamington; PIN 75135-0409(LT) Part Lot 5 Concession 2 Mersea as in R1133202; Leamington. File 09-11

Minimum Tender Amount: $110,286.22

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, crown interests or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and the relevant land transfer tax.

The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. Note: HST may be payable by successful purchaser.

For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit www.OntarioTaxSales.ca, or if no internet available contact:

Ms. Cheryl Horrobin

Director of Finance & Business

MARY ELLEN DAVISON

(HONOURS) B.A., B.ED

Lynn and Ellen Davison are proud of their daughter Mary Ellen for following her dreams. She is a graduate of Brock University, St. Catharines, and UOIT, Oshawa. Mary Ellen is employed by the Lambton Kent District School Board.

CARD OF THANKS

SHERMAN - The family of the late Wray Sherman would like to express our sincerest gratitude for the support and sympathy extended to us during the passing of our Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. Thank you very much to Dr. Leung and the entire staff of 2 South at Leamington Hospital for the excellent care and compassion, during his illness. We wish to acknowledge the care and concern he received from the staff at Erie Glen Manor during the time of his residence there.

We appreciated condolences expressed by donations, cards, flowers, emails and visitors.

Thank you to Dan Hammond of Hammond Funeral Home for his advice and assistance. Mike, Deanna, Marc, Michael, Melissa & families

OBITUARY

Peter Alan Enns

Peter Alan Enns, 63 years, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at his home.

Dear father of Greg and Stephanie, Amy and the late Sean, Michael and Nancy, Brian and Michelle. Loving grandfather of Riley, Erin, Meghan, Marissa, Dylan, Alissa, Matthew, Mya, Sara, Jack and Josh. Son of the late Richard and the late Erna Enns. Dear brother of Rita, Ruth, Bill and the late John. Former husband of Marlene.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631), on Friday from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Funeral service to celebrate Peter’s life was held at the Faith Mennonite Church, 269 Sherk Street, Leamington, on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 10 a.m. Rev. Ruth Boehm officiated. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Arthritis Society. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

4-H Bobbin Bees stitchin’ up a storm!

By Jennifer Scherer

On Monday, April 4 the 4-H Bobbin Bees Sewing Club met for their third meeting. When the members arrived, they set up their sewing machines to continue working on their aprons. The group has made a lot of progress. Some members are very close to being done and others are moving on to their next project. They did a lot of sewing and ironing, creating many beautiful aprons. There are many different

materials that the members picked out, each one being very unique.

After a lot of sewing, the business meeting started with the 4-H Pledge and the secretary’s report.

The next meeting will be on April 25. Members are to bring their machines to finish the aprons and will also be working on the board to put into the fairs. There will be a potluck lunch as well.

4-H Spice Club… it burns!

By Mitchell Clermont

The second meeting of Spice Club was held on Sunday, April 3 at Mrs. Mathews’ home. The focus this meeting was on African dishes. Some of the spices that were studied included coriander, cardamom, and saffron. Saffron is very expensive, around $15 dollars an ounce.

Mrs. Mathews purchased a granite mortar and pestle for the club. Members use it for grinding and mixing spices. The group mixed a variety of spice blends such as dukkah, harissa, berbere, chermoula, tagine, ras el hanout and tsire.

The Spice club cooked dishes from many regions of Africa, like Ethiopia, South Africa, Nigeria, Somalia, West Africa, Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt. They also had coffee and injerra bread from Ethiopia, but most did not really enjoy this part.

Mrs. Matthews served a lamb tagine in a traditional tagine pot. The sambousas, ras el hanout chicken and Somali caramel fudge were the most well liked, and who would have thought peanut soup would have tomatoes and onions in it? Everyone had a great time cooking and can’t wait until the next meeting, which will be held on Sunday, May. The club is planning to make garlic baskets, which will be sold as a fundraiser.

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Queen tribute band will rock Migration Hall

The Game, a new Queen tribute band, will debut at Migration Hall during Kingsville BIA’s Paint the Town Pink weekend. The show, “We Will Rock You”, is on Sat. Apr. 30 at 8 p.m.

The Game is a Canadian-based band that has taken the art of reproducing the music of Queen to new heights. It is comprised of 5 seasoned veterans of the Windsor-Essex County and Michigan music scene, each bringing a wealth

of experience and technical ability to bear on this extremely challenging and legendary material.

Led by Rick Rock, one of the finest impersonators of Freddie Mercury, and supported by locally established performers Philip Whitfield, Al Hendry, Phil Charrette and Mitch Taylor, this show is guaranteed to rock you!

Tickets available at Kingsville Office Pro, 30 Main St. East, Kingsville, by calling 519-733-8357 or online at

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Come out to Migration Hall during Kingsville BIA’s Paint the Town Pink and GET YOUR PINK ON!

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We drive them away from the plant so you save $1,400 +hst on top of the huge discounts already in play. Some still need to be built, but get your name on one before they’re gone. Leamington Chrysler is the only dealership where the price advertised is the price you pay. We make it simple, by showing the original list, April’s sale price including the $1000 Chrysler Family bonus, then the all taxes & fees included price. We have even shown the 84 month bi-weekly payments using the RBC or TD 3% variable prime rate program, where you can simply sign the contract and drive away. Take a peek and give us a shout.

Time to get in shape at Nature’s Boot Camp!

Instructor Helen Peters, in coordination with the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, is presenting a new and exciting program for those who want to get in shape and get outside!

Nature’s Boot Camp, held at Seacliff Park on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m., is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and get in shape, especially for people who work inside all week. The spring session started the week of April 18 at the Complex, and Nature’s Boot Camp will start Saturday, April 23.

“The best part of this class is that we are outdoors! There is no music except the birds singing, so it’s a great class to clear your head and tune into nature,” said Peters.

Another benefit of an outdoor workout is the sunshine and vitamin D. Ninety percent of all vitamin D is made naturally in our bodies when UVB in sunlight contacts our skin. Because the Nature’s Boot Camp class is outside in the early part of the day, the sun’s rays are not too strong.

The class begins with a welcoming salute to the sun, followed by a group warm-up with some full range of motion moves to lubricate the joints and get some blood to the working muscles.

Closed Easter Weekend. Reopening on Monday.

To get people in touch with the earth again, many of the drills are performed on the ground, which is also easier on the joints.

The path throughout the park is used as a cardio trail, with power walking, running, skipping, hopping, leaping, and bounding.

This class is a challenging cardio and strength class, but can be participated in at any level.

Low impact options are always suggested and demonstrated. There are no choreographed steps, so no experience is necessary and anyone can modify it to their own fitness level.

“A major benefit of this class is breath and nature. We tune inward and we finish the class with either a walking meditation or some type of chi building exercise,” said Peters.

Leamington Rotary Donates $1000 To Children’s Safety Village

Incoming Leamington Rotary President Bruce Peacock (right) recently presented a $1000 cheque to Michael Lucier, Executive Director of the Children’s Safety Village of Windsor and Essex County. Rotary has been one of the major donors to make sure that these children’s safety programs get out there to help educate children and keep them safe. To date these programs have reached out to over 80,000 children through their elementary school program alone, with plans to make it even more encompassing. Leamington Rotary has been serving the public in the area for 75 years. (Photo submitted)

Boot Camp offers outdoor fitness. (File Photo)