Southpoint Sun August 15, 2022

Council rejects outside operational review

By Bill Chaplin

At the July 23 Leamington Municipal Council meeting a notice of motion authored by Deputy-Mayor Charlie Wright was introduced to be debated and decided at the next council meeting. A notice of motion is a motion created by one member of the council, seconded by another member, and introduced in the agenda of the meeting that precedes its actual consideration. It is not an item of ‘business-as-usual’ generated by administration.

So what is this notice of motion? On the face of it, it is simply a motion to hire consultants to do an “Operational Review”, and its justification is included in the motion: “The Municipality needs to have the right organizational structure, mix and number of positions that reflect its current 2012 needs and functions ensuring delivery of the most efficient cost effective service to the residents of the Municipality.”

At Monday’s Municipal Council meeting, August 13, the deputy-mayor introduced the motion, suggesting that he hoped preparation for the review could be done in the fall so that the review could start as early in 2013 as possible. “I think it’s good business practice”, he stated, going on to say that the Town of Essex just completed one and would benefit from the results of the review. In contrast to the exact wording of the notice of motion, Deputy-Mayor Wright indicated to council that oversight and guidance of the process would be provided by Leamington’s CAO, Bill Marck (who was absent from the meeting).

The majority of council members supported the idea of an operational review to be done by consultants in 2013, but it is another area of the motion that caused eyebrows to rise a bit. That section says, “an outside consulting firm that is selected by Municipal Council. This firm reports directly and only to the Council and has an “arms length” dealings with any employees of the Municipality.”

Councillor Chopchik noted the wording, saying, “To me that’s micromanagement. Because of the way it’s written I will not support it.” This sentiment was also conveyed by Councillor Rick Atkin who seconded the notice of motion to get it before council. “Sometimes you get into trouble reading between the lines... I don’t feel comfortable with this motion as it’s written”, he said. When it came his turn to comment, Mayor John Paterson was even more blunt: “The way it’s written there isn’t enough ink to make it right.”

After administration explained to council that the CAO was already prepared to report on doing an administrative review in 2013 and would bring this forward before the end of the year without any further direction from council, the vote was taken and the motion was defeated.

Council supports Sun Parlour Players

Leamington Council has voted to contribute $59,650 to Phase II of the Bank Theatre reconstruction contingent upon the Sun Parlour Players being successful in their application to the Federal Government for a grant.

Leamington’s participation is crucial to the applications success, since it proves municipal support of the project. The funds for the support to the players will come from a bequest from the Collins Estate and so will not create any new tax burden on the municipality.

The Migrant Worker Community Program hosted a Caribbean Festival on Sun. Aug. 12 on Queens Avenue in uptown Leamington. The event was open to the public and admission was free. Entertainment included a steel drum band, Calypso dancers, a DJ, and dance contest and limbo contest. Refreshments and delicious Caribbean food were also available.

The purpose of hosting this festival is to celebrate the Caribbean culture and help strengthen the cultural bridges between the Caribbean migrant workers and the communities in Essex County.

Dancers from Toronto took centre stage.

Steel band music filled the streets.

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Home struck by lightning

Leamington Fire Service responded to a call at 2:28 a.m. Friday, August 10 when a townhouse on Queenshill Crescent was hit by lightning during a storm last week.

The lightning struck the metal flashings on a skylight, traveled through the electrical system in the ceiling and walls to ground, causing drywall to crack and pieces to fly across the room. Heat from the lightning caused wires to melt in the home. Fortunately there was no fire – only smoke.

Two people who were in the home at the time were startled, but were not injured.

Firefighters remained on the scene for about twoand-a-half hours. Damage is estimated at $7,000.

Grand opening at Penguin Pete’s

A Grand Opening Day and official ribbon cutting were held at Penguin Pete’s on Saturday, August 11. Taking part in the ceremony, from left to right, were: Leamington Mayor John Paterson; Sally McDonald, Leamington Chamber of Commerce; Judy Butler, Leamington Hospital Foundation Board; Keith and Becky Doyle, owners of Penguin Pete’s; Rose Costa, Director of Diagnostic Services, LDMH; Jill Jakob, Mammography Technician, LDMH; and, of course, Penguin Pete. Leamington District Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Digital Mammography/Women’s Centre benefited from the sale of every Artic Blast. Raffle tickets were also given out to each person who made a donation to the LDMH Foundation coin canister. There was also a Plinko game where all monies raised were earmarked for LDMH Foundation’s Women’s Centre.

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Leamington author touching souls around the world

By Bryan Jessop

A Leamington man’s efforts to raise spiritual awareness through a recently-published book have captured worldwide attention.

Doug Simpson, author of Soul Awakening, has been the subject of numerous web-based interviews since his book was published by Book Locker in October of last year. These websites are based in Canada, throughout the United States, the United Kingdom and South Africa. He has also written articles for websites and magazines based in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, India and Australia.

The inspiration behind Simpson’s book and articles is the work and psychic readings of American mystic Edgar Cayce. Cayce, born in rural Kentucky in 1877, possessed the documented ability to diagnose physical ailments and determine treatments while in a self-induced trance.

Equipped with a Grade 8 education, Cayce was able to determine the cause of a subject’s physical problems and diagnose cures — citing medical terminology that he had never heard — regardless of whether the patient was in the same room or thousands of kilometres away. Most of Cayce’s 15,000 readings — 10,000 of which were medical and another 2,500 based on reincarnations — were recorded by a secretary and are still accounted for.

Simpson believes that Cayce was able to make his deductions through one of two methods. The first, Simpson explained, is referred to as ‘soul communication’. Similar to a near-death experience where a soul removes itself from its body while on a hospital operating table, Simpson noted that Cayce may have allowed his soul to leave his body and communicate with the soul of his subject, which knows what is causing the physical problems with its host body.

The second explanation, Simpson noted, is based on a soul’s ‘Akashic Records,’ a type of spiritual library where all a soul’s thoughts, experiences and actions are stored. Cayce, Simpson explained, may have simply accessed these Akashic Records while in a trance state.

“If you’re able to accept it, it all makes sense,” said Simpson, who noted that many of his friends and family members have the same beliefs of incarnation and soul communication. “There are more than 300 books written about his readings and more than 30 of them are biographies. As ridiculous as it all sounds, he has proof.”

While Soul Awakening is a work of fiction centered around fictitious characters, Simpson pointed out that many of the experiences in his book are based on real-life accounts and the works of Cayce. Simpson wrote the book — his first — over a span of about three months and explained that much of its contents were not pre-planned.

“The secret is once you have a work knowledge of your subject material, it becomes easy to write your story,” he said.

Simpson believes that certain excerpts from his book are the work of his spirit guide.

“I finished one chapter late at night and going to bed, I had no idea whatsoever what the next chapter would be about,” he said. “When I woke up the next morning, I knew exactly what that next chapter would be about. For another

chapter, I knew what I was going to write about, but then got ‘highjacked’. A set of totally different thoughts intervened and something very different was the result. It’s pretty much an account of the things that I believe are real.”

Simpson is no stranger to skepticism and explains that Cayce met a great deal of resistance towards his readings. In one instance, doctors who attended his trances tested the authenticity of his work by cramming the blade of a pocket knife under one of his fingernails. During another trance, a skeptic doctor poked a hat pin through one of his cheeks — Cayce did not react to either wound until he awoke from his trance.

Gradually, medical professionals began to accept the readings of Cayce, who became well-known after a doctor brought some of his records to a conference that were in turn published by the New York Times in 1910.

Cayce was his own first client, having been troubled by a throat condition that left him unable to speak. As he began treating others, the subjects of his work were his only believers, although he soon gained a following and was later asked to assist a member of Italian royalty. When Cayce died in Virginia Beach at the age of 66, he had a backlog of two to three years of patients he was scheduled to treat.

“He worked and smoked himself to death,” said Simpson, who has studied Cayce’s work for about 40 years.

Simpson was born and raised north of Toronto before moving to Leamington to teach economics, law and math at Harrow District High School for 28 years as the head of the school’s business department. He wrote Soul Awakening after retiring and plans to release its sequel during the autumn of this year. Book Two will be dubbed ‘Soul Rescue’ and in turn will be followed by third and fourth books. The first draft of the third book has been completed and the writing of the fourth book is also underway.

Simpson explains that having a published book appear on the shelves of bookstores is a challenging process. With only 10 per cent of these books displayed in stores such as Chapters, Simpson said it is important to have a publisher ensure that a publication is entered into the Ingrams catalogue. This way, he said, books that are not on the shelves can be ordered by customers at any major chain store.

“Being a local writer is like being a local musician or actor,” Simpson said. “You need to be discovered by someone with connections to the big guys.”

Between writing and enjoying the company of family, Simpson hopes to some day meet Dr. Brian L. Weiss M.D., who has provided modern verification of what Cayce accomplished. Weiss has published eight books on ‘regression therapy’ (also known as past life therapy) and travels across North America and beyond, conducting workshops and presentations. Simpson travels to Florida during the winter, living about five hours away from the Mount Sinai Hospital in Miami where Weiss resides as chairman of psy-

chiatry.

In the meantime, Simpson continues to interact with other believers of incarnation and soul communication, made possible in part through various websites and online blogs.

“Mass communication is really helpful in connecting with people who believe in the same thing you do,” he said.

Doug Simpson

Holiday Harbour beach

The Civic Holiday Monday offered beautiful weather conditions along the beaches of southwest

became the site for the Brock’s Landing re-enactment conducted to commemorate the bicentennial of The War of 1812.

Life, love and my old wedding dress

store that one big box when I’ll never wear the lovely gown inside? It’s more practical to keep the items of clothing that fit who I am now. I look and feel great in them, so they’re worn often.

It’s hard to tell how my wedding dress has fared after being stored and sealed for almost 24 years. Will it end up ruined, with an ugly brown stain, and will I end up throwing it into the trash? So sad... but what am I storing it for? I have three grown children and I’m almost certain they don’t want it. Well, Cheyne doesn’t for sure! Doesn’t every young bride want to choose her own gown?

I recall my mother’s beautiful wedding dress that we took out of safe keeping for ‘dress up’. The only one of us who could fit into it was my brother Fred. I remember being jealous that the 18-inch waist never slipped over my hips or shoulders. Later, I recall feeling that perhaps we shouldn’t have played with it, because it ended up ripped and worn. Actually, just the netting tore and the satin underneath remained perfect. Thinking of my own dress that’s packed away in the cleaner’s box, I wonder what good it has been to anyone these past few years. Not even worthy of a good ‘attic dress-up day’ yet!

My shape and sense of style have changed. If I turned back the clock, my wedding dress would be a different shape, colour and fabric. I do have great memories from our wedding day, and many of the specifics would remain the same, including the groom!

Perhaps I should try it on, but I’m a little afraid of what the dress will tell me. I am certain that it won’t make me happy to see the changes time has made on my body. If I am lucky it may button up… barely. Better yet, I should just pack it up and take it to the thrift store.

Another thought is that I will display it on our 50th anniversary, but then do I REALLY want people to see how much I have changed? Furthermore, storage space is at a premium and seems to be shrinking at our house these days, simply because the kids return from school leaving more items to store and we’ve inherited furniture and some knickknack items.

Apparently, in Africa (I am not certain which country,) women rent western-style gowns to be wed in. What a great business that must be, having several wedding dresses and renting them out to brides! Maybe that’s where my ‘beloved’ dress will go. I can imagine it traveling all the way to Africa so that MANY other brides can enjoy and appreciate ‘my dress.’ The woman who owns the business, as well as her family, can reap the benefits. I wouldn’t regret that decision! Before I make my final plans, I will touch base with the Heritage Society. Some day my dress will be an antique and perhaps it, too, can walk the catwalk at the Vintage Fashion Show in Wheatley. As long as I’m not in it, my kids surely won’t mind.

The moral of this story is: keep the pictures, keep the memories, but get rid of the dress!

Do I really want to cart that big box around from house to house if we ever choose to downsize? Why do I continue to

Letters to the Editor

Jack Tiessen a caring individual

I would just like to take this opportunity to first wish Jack Tiessen a Happy 90th Birthday from all of Marjorie Gillanders’ family. As written in your article on August 8th, Jack spend countless hours volunteering at the Leamington Mennonite home where he fed my mother-in-law and took her for walks around the grounds of the Mennonite Home. He also was Santa Claus for many years and my children remember him passing out treats each Christmas. You chose a very caring individual to feature in your paper.

I would like to make one correction: Marjorie Gillanders suffered from Multiple Sclerosis and not Parkinson’s Disease. We, as a family, have been walking for MS for 19 years hoping that our fundraising will one day find a cure for this disease. In fact, our team is named in Marjorie’s honor. We are called “Marjorie’s Motley Crew” and we are 25 members strong! – Maureen Gillanders

Another reason to like living in Leamington

Last week at the Metro grocery store in Leamington, a couple of senior citizens really impressed me.

At the checkout, I asked the cashier to put my groceries into my cart because I had a sore back and didn’t want to lift anything. Behind me in the line was a senior citizen couple who must have overheard what I said. As I was carefully walking to my car, that couple came up and offered to load my groceries into my car. Being twice my age, I was thinking I should be helping them with their groceries. I don’t know their names but I wanted to thank them and say this is why we like living in Leamington. – Karla Griffin

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Council Shorts for August 13

Public Meetings

Two public meetings were held Monday, August 13 to solicit opinion about two re-zonings. The first had to do with property at 731 County Road 37. This is a surplus residential lot that has a wider than permitted frontage to permit access to the farmland behind it. The second was behind 1027 Mersea Road 2, where a parcel of land is proposed to be sold from one owner to another to incorporate it into a larger farm.

Neither application was contentious, there were no members of the public who commented, and the re-zoning bylaws were passed at the end of the council meeting.

Golfwood Lakes Subdivision

On Monday Golfwood Lakes received an extension to their draft plan of subdivision so that they could continue to work on satisfying the conditions of their approval. This large development, designed for 292 dwellings, is planned to be constructed in five phases, requiring extensive servicing that takes time.

Leamington councillors were not concerned by the request and approved it swiftly.

DiNiro Farms and Grace Family Farms are Growing Monday evening Leamington Council approved a site plan for construction of another 3 acres of greenhouses on the farm that fronts on Mersea Road 5. The existing greenhouse operation covers almost 13 acres. Leamington’s planner assured municipal council that there was a sufficient water supply to accommodate the expansion, and that the site plan agreement was quite standard.

With the approval of their site plan Monday evening, Grace Family Farms on County Road 18 is set to add another 1.5Ha greenhouse to their operation. As with DiNiro farms, there is sufficient water, the site plan is uncomplicated, and all aspects of the expansion are consistent with planning guidelines.

Portable for Margaret D. Bennie

School

Leamington council was informed of the School Board’s plan to site a portable classroom at M.D. Bennie Public School. Under existing legislation the municipality issues the construction permit, but is prohibited from entering into a site plan agreement for the classroom: that is up to the discretion of the school board.

This will be the second portable for the elementary school whose enrolment is reported at about 360 students.

In the past there have been as many as three portables at the school, so no great impact is expected from this change.

Noise Exemptions for Wedding Celebrations

Leamington council received two requests for noise by-law exemptions

Monday evening. Both were for celebrations related to upcoming weddings. The first was for an outdoor wedding reception scheduled to take place in September on Robson Road. To that one there were no objections by neighbours who had been notified of the event, and permission was granted.

The second was for a Buck & Doe planned for the end of the week up on Road 10. This application did have an objection filed from a neighbour, and municipal council questioned the applicant quite closely about it. Since the tent and music is planned to be at least 250 metres away from the nearest neighbour, council finally decided to approve this exemption as well.

New Loader to be Purchased

Leamington Council granted Public Works permission to purchase a new John Deere articulating loader at a net cost of just under $124,000. By factoring in a trade-in allowance for the piece of equipment it is replacing, administration managed to keep the purchase below the budget estimate approved early this year.

The cost of adapting a blade to the machine so it could plow snow would have cost an extra $15,000, so Public Works indicated that that request would wait for the 2013 budget.

Alley to be Closed

Regular readers will recall mention of an ‘invisible alley’ on Robson Road, and how the new owner of the property to the west of the alley wanted to purchase it from the municipality. At the time, Leamington Council decided to advertise and see if there was any interest or concern on the part of the public.

Monday, Council received a report recommending stopping up and selling a 15-foot-wide alley at a nominal price of $1 (but with the purchaser covering all costs associated with the land transfer and getting it on a registered plan.

Deputy-Mayor Wright was quite adamant that Council should have the land in the 15-foot-wide alley appraised before disposing of it, but since it cannot be used as a lot, other members of Council agreed with the nominal price and voted to dispose of the alley.

Sign By-law Variance Approved

Legacy Auctions would like to have a sign to advertise their existence in a building leased from the Fair Board, but according to the by-law, the sign advertising the fairgrounds is the only one permitted. So, on Monday evening, Municipal Council agreed with the administrative recommendation that two new signs be

permitted—one facing Erie Street North advertising Legacy Auctions, and one by the building they lease.

Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund Application

On July 12 of this year the federal government announced a new assistance fund for Ontario. The grant money is available only to upgrade existing infrastructure, with an emphasis on public, recreational facilities. Never at a loss for projects that are simply waiting for sufficient money to tackle, Leamington’s administration presented Council with a report Monday evening outlining an expensive collection of capital projects from the municipality’s 5-year capital forecast, recommending four that would qualify and still be

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Mennonite Savings and Credit Union (MSCU) is currently seeking a family who would like to walk the journey of faith and finances with us, up close and personal. By inviting us into your lives in 2013, we can share in your interactions with each other and with MSCU. It will be a learning experience that will enrich our members’ view of faith, finances, and their credit union.

Conversations and interactions will be shared through a variety of media. As with everything we do, MSCU’s approach will be respectful and reflect our core values: integrity, compassion, and responsible stewardship.

It’s important for the family to have: a membership at MSCU; multiple generations; a wide variety of life experiences; and a willingness to have fun and share in this journey with MSCU.

We recognize this will be a significant commitment so the family will be financially compensated for their time.

For more information or to discuss this opportunity, call or email me under no obligation.

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Vintage Fashion Show a big success

The Vintage Fashion Show held Sat. Aug. 4 during Fish Fest and Old Boys & Girls Reunion Weekend was a big success. People of all ages enjoyed a glimpse into the past, as models presented fashions from the late 1880s to 1990s.

The amazing ornamental onion

Allium belongs to the onion family and this plant will offer a colourful, long-lasting bloom in early summer. Plant in a sunny location in well-drained, sandy soil. They will tolerate poor dry soil and are resistant to deer, mice and squirrels.

Allium are most commonly used as a long-lasting cut flower or left in the garden giving a unique contrast to any design. Try planting these among hosta using the different shades of lavender, white, dark purple and pink. Ornamental onions are not planted in vegetable gardens, but in flowerbeds or borders with other perennials.

Allium flowers at the end of the growing cycle when the foliage has provided the bulb enough energy for next year’s growth. The bulbs can then be divided and transplanted for the next growing season.

It is important in caring for your bulbs to allow the foliage to mature naturally. When the foliage dies back, cut off at ground level. Keep the soil moist while the foliage is ripening.

For best results, plant allium in the centre for height or across the back of the flowerbed. If left undisturbed, this bulb will multiply for several years and the seed pods will last into late fall and part of winter.

Many varieties are grown as biennials, which take two seasons to completely develop.

This flower bulb is becoming more popular every year. With over 300 species, the tall purple globe is simply amazing. Plan on adding this to your garden next year.

Your comments and questions are always welcome. E-mail inthebackyard74@yahoo.ca

MONDAY, AUGUST 20 - Food & Fellowship Supper 5:00-6:00 pm at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., for those who are alone or having trouble making ends meet. No Charge. All Welcome.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 - Barbecue Fundraiser is being held for Multiple Myeloma from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., near the entrance of Leamington Walmart, 304 Erie St. S. All welcome.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 - Erie Wildlife Rescue is having a One Day Only Yard Sale at 11168 Tecumseh Road East near Banwell from 10am to 3pm. Dishes, used books, kids VCR movies, something for everyone! All indoors. Visit www.eriewildliferescue.ca or Call 519-9693919.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 - St. John’s Pig Roast at Leamington Marina, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tickets: adults $15; children $6. Cash bar. Tickets available from church office 519-326-3111 or by calling 519-326-4042.

AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 2 - The Sun Parlour Players Community Theatre is presenting Steel Magnolias at The Bank Theatre, 10 Erie St. S., Leamington, on Fri. Aug. 31 and Sat. Sept. 1 at 8 p.m. and Sun. Sept. 2 at 2 p.m. Advance tickets at Unforgettable and Thompson Drugs in Leamington, and Mary Kathryn Ladies Shop in Kingsville. Adults $12, seniors and students $10. For info call 519-326-8805.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 - Leamington Recreation Complex E-Waste drop-off depot, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sponsored by Computers for Kids and CAW Local 200. Bring your used items (working or not) i.e. TVs, computers, electronics, print cartridges, etc. to the E-Waste collec-

tion at the Complex parking lot. For full details visit www.cfkcanada.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 - Can you spare an hour of your time to help save a life? Bring a friend and donate at the Leamington Blood Donor Clinic, Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. (Note: new clinic location) from 1:00-7:00 p.m. Call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888236-6283) for information or to book an appointment. Walk-ins welcome.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 - Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association Annual Farm Twilight Tour, starting at 2 p.m. at Karl Neudorf’s Farm, 8580 8th Conc., Essex (approx. 1.5 km east of County Rd. 15). New Challenges – Innovative Solutions. Tillage practices and weed control will be demonstrated and discussed. For info call 519-776-5209 ext. 369.

SEPTEMBER 11 - OCTOBER 16 - FREE 6-Week

Just for Moms and Babies Class. WindsorEssex County Health Unit, 215 Talbot Street East, Leamington, ON N8H 3X5. Tuesdays –10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. New mothers face many challenges when they bring a baby home from the hospital. To help mothers with their new babies and the transition to motherhood, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will be holding a 6-week “Just for Moms and Babies” series in Leamington. Mothers meet with other new mothers and share and learn from each other’s experiences. These free, informal groups are facilitated by a Public Health Nurse and are for mothers with new babies up to 6 months of age. To register, call 519-326-5716 ext. 2100.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 - the final meet-

ing of the year for the Ontario Purple Martin Association will be held at the Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34, north of Ruthven at 9 a.m. Please bring your colony stats. For further info call 519-776-5777.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 - The Migrant Worker Community Program is hosting FIESTA PARTIAS – Celebration of Two Cultures (Mexico & Canada) from 3-7 p.m. on Queens Avenue in Uptown Leamington. All are welcome.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 - LAERC (Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee) Golf Tournament at Erie Shores Golf Club. Prize of hole-in-one $10,000, straightest drive, closest to pin, closest to golfer. $80 includes 18 holes, power cart, dinner and a $25 tax receipt. Cheques payable to LAERC. Tee times start at 12:30 p.m. Sign up by Mon. Sept.17, please. Dinner only tickets also available. For info call Roby Dyck 519-3226868, Carolyn Reid 519-326-6776 or register with Joel at Erie Shores.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 - Kingsville Arts & Culture Development Association presents the 2nd Annual "Wine, Writers and Words" daylong workshops for aspiring writers will be held at various locations in Kingsville. Registrants can choose to take one of the following workshops: creative non-fiction with Marty Gervais, fiction with Paul Vasey, songwriting with John and Michelle Law, or graphic novels with Ray Fawkes. For more information or to register visit www.winewriterswords.com. Forms are also available at all Essex County Library branches. Discount on early bird registration before September 7.

Jordyn McDonald and Tim Bradley wearing 1940s Wheatley Band uniforms.

Sharon Stevenson in a 1950s satin dress.

Lauren Gradwell wears a 1907 wedding dress. Original bride was Nellie Shaw.

Swine and Dine competition comes to Pelee Island Winery

A one-of-a-‘swine‘ event is making its way to the Pelee Island Winery.

On Sunday, Aug. 19, Eat, Drink, Dine, Kings ville will host its first-ever ‘Swine and Dine’ competition, to be hosted by the winery at 455 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville. Swine and Dine is a culinary competition open to members of Eat, Drink, Dine, Kingsville where participating restaurants will offer their best pork dinners to be judged by mostly local celebrities. At a cost of $10 per ticket, the event is also open to the public, who will have to opportunity to dine on the same entrees being sampled by the judges.

Advance tickets can be purchased at Pelee Island Winery or at any of the six competing restaurants — The Butcher of Kingsville, Chuckwagon, Jack’s Inn 31 Gastropub, Kings Landing, The Main Grill and Ale House and Mettawas Station Mediterranean Restaurant. Tickets will also be sold at the door of the winery on the day of the event, starting at noon and ending at 6 p.m.

For the price of their $10 tickets, customers will be given tokens to purchase a competing meal of their choice along with a selection from wines Pelee Island Winery retail manager Jesse Ramsey has picked to compliment pork dinners. Additional options will also be available, including vegetarian dishes. Throughout the event, musical entertainment will be provided by local band Jack’s Garage.

“We’ve had some really good feedback on this,” said Ramsey. “It’ll be a mingling

sort of thing — people will be able to come and go as they please.”

More than 100 advance tickets had been sold a week prior to Swine and Wine, purchased by individuals from across Essex County. Ramsey noted that the winery hopes to bring in about 500 customers to the event.

Among the five judges will be winemaster and Pelee Island Winery president Walter Schmoranz, ‘The Drive’ magazine publisher David Hunter and Kingsville mayor Nelson Santos. The other judges are a food critic making the journey from Toronto and a representative of WindsorEats.com.

Eat, Drink, Dine, Kingsville, an organization established just over a year ago by about 10 restaurants of the Kingsville area, has been working on Swine and Wine since January of this

year. Ramsey mentioned the idea, which she began thinking of several weeks earlier, during one of the organization’s regular monthly meetings. The concept was met with great enthusiasm and Ramsey — along with Heather Brown of The Main and Janet Delbrocco of Mettawas Station — have since been meeting bi-weekly to make plans for Swine and Wine. Other members of Eat, Drink, Dine, Kingsville have been adding ideas of their own during the preparation process.

“This is our big kick-off event,” said Ramsey, who has been retail manager at Pelee Island Winery for about two years. “We’re hoping to do this annually.”

For advance tickets to Swine and Wine, contact Pelee Island Winery at 519733-6551 or visit the facility at 455 Seacliff Drive, Kingsville.

Leamington Rotary Club Presents Student Bursaries

The Leamington Rotary Club recently presented three students from the local high schools with $1000 bursaries for their studies.

Left to right: Rotary President Diane Samson; recipients Luisa Giesbrecht (Leamington District Secondary School), Brian DiCarlo (Cardinal Carter High School) and Shane Klassen (U.M.E.I); and Rotary Assistant Governor Bill Pook.

(Submitted Photo)

Counicl Shorts Nominations open for 15th annual Leamington

within the dollar limit of the grant.

After extensive debate—centering on money and the financial impact of the projects if the grants being applied for were approved—Leamington Council decided to list the four in the following order of priority: replacement of the Erie Street South pumping station at a gross cost of $1,000,000, replacement of the three sections of the Recreation Complex roof that still need fixing at a gross cost of $340,000, replacement of the wooden deck at the marina at a cost of $50,000, and development of the walking trail from Talbot Street next to Leamington District Secondary School up to connect with the existing trail at Hazleton at a gross cost of $300,000.

PRESENTS

TONY�ORLANDO

Saturday, August 18

CALIFORNIA�DREAMIN’

Tributes to The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, The Mamas & the Papas, The Rascals, The Ventures, and many others�

Thursday, August 23

BIG�&�RICH

With Special Guests

COWBOY�TROY AND�BRADLEY�GASKIN

Friday, August 31

RANDY�TRAVIS�

Friday, September 7

RUSSELL�PETERS

Saturday, September 15

CELTIC�THUNDER

Sunday, September 16

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Friday, September 21

Because of the guidelines published for the federal grants, it is uncertain which (if any) will qualify. Moreover, although any one of the projects could qualify for 50% funding, assistance could be as low as 33%. It is certain that as soon as the applications successes and failures are known the information will be brought back to Council, giving them the opportunity to go ahead or to abandon the projects.

Sun Parlour Players Assisted

Leamington Council has voted to contribute $59,650 to Phase II of the Bank Theatre reconstruction contingent upon the Sun Parlour Players being successful in their application to the Federal Government for a grant. Leamington’s participation is crucial to the applications success, since it proves municipal support of the project. The funds for the support to the players will come from a bequest from the Collins Estate and so will not create any new tax burden on the municipality.

Community Improvement Plan Adopted

Draft six of the Community Improvement Plan for the commercial core of Leamington was adopted by Municipal Council Monday night. There is a statutory requirement for notices to go out, but the municipality’s administration is hopeful that when the appeal period expires on September 10 it will be possible to immediately begin processing applications for grants to enhance the uptown.

In this fiscal year there is only $60,000 available on a first come first served basis, but any application that is not funded this year is automatically in line as soon as more

(Continued from page 5) money is approved in the 2013 budget.

Grants are not retroactive, so any improvements that have already been made are not eligible for assistance.

& Mersea Historical Heritage Awards

Nominations are now open for the 15th annual Leamington and Mersea Historical Heritage Awards.

The Heritage Awards are made from natural woods found in early Essex County, the former Mersea Township and Leamington history. The awards are not only a thing of beauty, they are also very prestigious.

Among past winners in the four major categories are names, places and things recognized by area residents. The list is long, but past recipients include the Reid, Setterington, Wilkinson and Wigle families, the Blytheswood General Store, the Heinz whistle, the late Harris and Jim Reid, Alexander Baird, Peter Conover, Grace McFarland, Bob and Bess McGirr, plus living historians Bill Gay, Bill Sherk and Mike Thibodeau.

The Heritage Awards connect the past to the present. Our area history is vibrant and interesting, and these awards enhance awareness of the important people, places and events from both our past and present. Past winners have endeavored to make the area now known as the Municipality of Leamington a solid community and one rich with various culture and sports, or have somehow created a community bond.

As for the awards themselves, master craftsman Bob McCracken designed the awards and has handcrafted them since their inception. Incorporated in the award design are woods native to Essex County and Mersea Township. Its upper half is a spectacular sunburst representing the region’s ample sunshine, and a single slice of railroad track near the nameplate reflects an integral part of the area’s past. Although unconfirmed, it is thought that the bit of railroad track on each award comes from a section of the Windsor, Essex and Lake Shore Railway line (1909-1932).

The Leamington and Mersea Historical Society will accept nominations for the awards in the categories of Historic Families, Heritage Restoration or Preservation, Heritage and Historic Contribution (Posthumous), and Heritage and Historic Contribution (Living). Nomination forms can be obtained from the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E., Leamington, and must be mailed to Heritage Awards 2012, c/o P.O. Box 201, Leamington, ON, N8H 3W2.

The deadline for nominations is August 30. The 2012 Heritage Awards winners will be decided by September 10 and the awards themselves will be presented on Friday, October 19 at the Rhine-Danube Club. A pre-meal reception starting at 6 p.m. will be followed by the dinner and the award presentations at 7 p.m. Chuck Reynolds (a.k.a. Paul BunnettJones) will be the emcee for the evening.

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Stork Stork Report Report

Fast - Katharina & Isaac of Ruthven, a boy on July 11, 2012.

Braun - Tammy & John of Leamington, a boy on July 23, 2012.

Langlois-Cacilhas - Robyn & Michael of Ruthven, a boy on July 24, 2012.

Friessen - Martha & Peter of Harrow, a girl on July 24, 2012.

Cappussi - Agatha & Emidio of Kingsville, a boy on July 25, 2012.

Colasanti - Adriana & Lee of Kingsville, a girl on July 29, 2012.

Wiper - Alana & Greg of Leamington, a girl on July 30, 2012.

LDMH Foundation to present The Women’s Voice

The LDMH Foundation is presenting The Women’s Voice, a night of music and silent auction fundraiser, sponsored by local businesses, that will benefit the future of women. The evening features soprano Jilda Farias and more. Proceeds will go toward the LDMH Women’s Centre.

The event is Tues. Aug. 21 at 7 p.m. at Leamington Mennonite Church, 78 Oak St. E. Tickets $20. For info and tickets call 519-3225339.

Correction Notice

The Wednesday, Aug. 8 edition of The Southpoint Sun contained incorrect information regarding the 90th birthday open house for Leamington resident Jacob “Jack” Tiessen. The open house will take place Sunday, Aug. 26 at the Heritage Centre at 31 Pickwick Drive in Leamington from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Sun regrets the error.

Perennial favourites Dale Butler & Friends return to Two Creeks stage

There’s no doubt who’s played the Two Creeks Summer Concert Series the most often – Dale Butler and Friends.

“I don’t know if we’ve played every year, but word is out that we have – and it’s been fun,” Dale says. “The audiences just keep getting bigger and bigger.”

Appearing Aug. 19, the group will bring an eclectic mix of music that ranges from John Denver and Gordie Lightfoot to The Beatles and gospel.

Dale will also be performing his own work, including “And I March”, which was included on the Windsor Regional Writers Group compilation CD “Reflections on 1812”

And he’ll also have a new CD called “Interpretations”, which features 14 of his original songs recorded by 14 local artists.

Appearing with Dale will be Gordon Harwood, bass guitar; Dan Tofflemire, guitar, mandolin, dobro and banjo; Stu Campbell, drums and vocals; Judy Butler, vocals; and Dana Romualdi, vocals.

For more on Dale Butler and Friends, visit reverbnation.com/dalebutler

The Two Creeks concerts, held Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on the Weil Stage in the natural amphitheatre at the conservation area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1, continue throughout the summer.

Admission is free, but the hat is passed to defray the expense of bringing in performers and to continue the volunteer work necessary to maintain the site. Refreshments are available from Wheatley Scouting.

Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the atmosphere. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are held under the pavilion. You can also bring used household batteries for recycling.

For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca, e-mail info@twocreeks.ca or call 519324-6988.

Leamington Br. 84 Legion news

By Lisa Cowen-Tehonchuk

Seniors: The next Seniors Dinner is Wed. Sept. 12. Entertainment by Gord Ciliska. Sports: Friday night fun darts at 8 p.m., cost $2. Everyone welcome. The winners from August 3rd were Betty and Mark. In a three-way tie for 2nd were Richard and Dennis, Simp and John, and Mabel and Cliff.

There is a mixed doubles dart tournament on Aug. 18. Draw for partners. Cost $5. Registration at noon and play begins at 1 p.m.

Branch Happenings: On Sat. Aug. 25 the Branch is holding Wacky Olympics to raise money for the Make A Wish Foundation. Teams of 4 – $25 per person includes dinner and a dance. Dinner and dance only tickets also available for $15 each. Steak barbecue with all the fixins. Enter your team today – come on out, get a little messy and some fun for a great cause. Deadline for registration is Aug. 20. Games begin at noon, dinner at 6 p.m., music to follow. $5 donation to Make A Wish included in ticket price. Come on out each and every Saturday for the weekly meat draw. First draw is at 3:30 p.m. Last one is at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

The next General meeting is Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. This also a special meeting.

Junior Girls Win Interlock Select Tourney

The Leamington Animal Hospital Junior Girls Selects won the Interlock Select Tournament on Sunday, August 12 with a victory over Harrow in the semi-finals and a 12 to 7 win over Kingsville in the championship game. Team members, back row left to right: Macy Hodgson, Donnie Brown (coach),

Cornies, Olivia Obeid, Tanya Silliker (coach), Megann Gillett. Front: Shelby Hunter, Jessica Bueckert, Shayna Harris, Sydney Pickle, Briar Tiborcz.

Slo-pitch tourney features skills competition

Skills Competition was part of the Girls Interlock Select Slo-Pitch Tournament held in Leamington on the weekend. Here are the results.

Base Running

Junior: 1st Allison Gates, Kingsville, 14.25 seconds; 2nd Julia Zuech, Essex, 14.47.

Intermediate: 1st Amanda Friesen, Leamington, 12.53; 2nd Katie Broadwell, Kingsville, 13.06.

Senior: 1st Courtney Lafleur, Harrow, 13.15; Brittany Stomp, Harrow, 13.28. Pitching

Junior: 1st Leah Renaud, Harrow; 2nd Makayla McKibbin, Essex.

Intermediate: 1st Madison Turner, Amherstburg;

Local club wins 1st and 3rd at lawn bowling tourney

The Hillman Family Lawn Bowling Tournament was held on Sat. Aug. 11 at the Leamington Club. There were two greens of pairs with 3-12 ends. It was a pleasant day for lawn bowling. A delicious lunch was enjoyed by all after the first game.

First-place winners of the tournament were Roger and Mary Vercruysse and Jean Brown of the Leamington Lawn Bowling Club. Don Fortin and Fausto Angelini of Windsor won second. Third place finishers were Paul Brown, Joyce Patterson and Al Fischer, also of the Leamington Club.

Lawn bowlers meet on Monday and Thursday nights at 7 p.m. All are welcome to join. The greens are located behind Leamington United Church (9 John St.), north of the Leamington OPP station.

2nd Julia Harnadek, Essex.

Senior: 1st Jenna Rocheleau, Harrow; 2nd Courtney Hickmott, Kingsville. Throwing Accuracy

Junior: 1st Lia McKibbin, Essex; 2nd Tara Wright, Harrow.

Intermediate: 1st Kylee

Pillon, Harrow; 2nd Natalie Roles, Leamington.

Senior: 1st Taylor Blackburn, Amherstburg; 2nd Chelsey Hickey, Kingsville.

Batting – Longest Hit

Junior: 1st Abbey Shanaha, Essex, 130.5 feet; 2nd Iseonna Silliker, Leaming-

ton, 108.4.

Intermediate: 1st Avery Mertz, Harrow, 205.7; 2nd Mikaela O’Connor, Essex, 196.2.

Senior: 1st Rosella Bueckert, Leamington, 249; 2nd Shelby Davison, Leamington, 224.

Iseonna Silliker, Miranda Obeid, Mayson

Girls Select slo-pitch results

Meagan Wismer’s walk-off single capped a three-run final inning as Amherstburg edged Harrow 11 - 10 to claim the championship in the Intermediate division in the Girls Select Slo-Pitch Tournament held in Leamington on the weekend. Trailing by two runs in the bottom of the seventh, Amherstburg rallied to set the stage for Wismer’s late game heroics.

In Junior play, Megann Gillett’s two rbi triple broke open a close game to lead Leamington to a 12 to 7 win over Kingsville.

Harrow beat Leamington 9 to 1 to win the Senior title.

Ann Johnston was the Unico Player of the Month at the Erie Shores Ladies 18-Hole Golf League’s Field Day.

Erie Shores ladies league holds

Field Day

Closed Sunday

N. Wheatley

The Erie Shores Ladies 18-Hole Golf League held Field Day on Tuesday, August 7.

Low gross (field) was Annie Pump, and Lisa Sawatzky won low net (field). Low putts (field) was won by Essie Gulliver.

Low gross winners were: Flight A – Diana Jones; Flight B – Mary Wilson; Flight C – Lieta Vines.

Low net: Flight A – Beth Conn; Flight B – Mary Hrynewich; Flight C –Gloria Thiessen.

Longest Drive: Flight A – Nancy Flynn; Flight B – Muriel Davey: Flight C – JoAnne Smith.

Closest to the pin on #3 was Beth Conn, and closet to the pin 2nd shot on #13 was Diana Jones.

Chip-ins were Annie Pump on #5 and Lynda McAnally on #4.

The Unico Player of the Month was Ann Johnston.

A total of 46 golf balls were given out for the month of July.

UNICO Player of the Month is Ann Johnston.

Blue Team Wins Sol-Leam Golf Tourney

The annual Sol-Leam tournament was played at Erie Shores Golf & Country Club this summer, with the Blue Team emerging 2012 winners when the tourney wrapped up August 9. Team members are, back row left to right: Lynda McAnally, Mary Wilson,

Lisa Fehr, Nancy Flynn (Blue Team captain), Tym Brannagan and

and Gloria Thiessen. Absent from photo are Jo-Anne

Dorothy Mastronardi.

Campari recipe

This is a great starter when you have your grill fired up. Weather not permitting, this flavorful tomato topping is also great scooped up with artisanal crackers or on crostini.

Makes about 6 – 12 appetizer servings, or 12 pieces

1 lb SUNSET® Campari® Tomatoes

1 small loaf rustic artisanal bread or baguette

Olive oil for brushing

Kosher salt for sprinkling

1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

2 Tbsp finely diced red onion

2 – 3 tsp minced fresh garlic

3 Tbsp high-quality Caesar dressing

Garnish: freshly grated Parmesan cheese and small fresh basil leaves

Preheat the grill to a medium-high heat.

Dice the tomatoes into 1/4 – 1/2″ pieces and set in a strainer to drain off excess

juice while you continue with recipe. Cut the bread with a serrated knife. If using a “fat” bread loaf, cut six 1/2″ slices, then cut each piece in half crosswise, making 12 pieces. If using a baguette, cut twelve 1/2″ diagonal slices from the loaf. (Use any remaining bread for another purpose.)

Lightly brush both sides of bread with oil and grill on each side until lightly marked or toasted. Sprinkle bread lightly with salt. Place on a platter.

In a medium bowl, toss together the drained tomatoes, basil, onion, garlic, and Caesar dressing. Divide the tomato mixture between the grilled bread slices. Sprinkle with Parmesan and garnish with basil leaves if desired.

Chef’s Notes: If you want to make this “bread-free,” you can serve the tomato mixture in small romaine-heart leaves.

Muriel Davey,

Lynne Towle. Front: Debbie Dunmore

Smith, Lisa Sawazky and

Busy week for Mosquito Lakers

The Leamington Dominos Pizza Mosquito Lakers had a busy week with mixed but positive results. On Tuesday they cruised to an 18 to 0 victory over the Tecumseh Major Rangers. On Thursday they struggled to a 7 to 7 deadlock with the Kingsville Knights and then capped the week with a hard-fought 5 to 4 loss to the Belle River Braves.

Hayden Pilmer led the charge in the shutout over Tecumseh. The powerful right-hander threw a no-hitter in the three-inning mercy shortened game. He struck out five and allowed only one baserunner. He also stroked a pair of hits and knocked in four runs.

Jonathan Fehr and Michael Wiebe also had two hits, including a double each. Billy Friesen, Eric Dominguez and Collin Wall had singles. Fehr and Wiebe posted three rbi’s each. Against Kingsville, the locals struggled with runners in scoring position. Pilmer and Russell Derbyshire paced the offense with two hits and two rbi’s each. Friesen, Wall and Justin Wiebe had single tallies.

Fehr, Wall and Dominguez handled the pitching duties combining to strike out eight Kingsville batters.

On Saturday, under the lights in Belle River, the Lakers ended their seven-game undefeated streak, dropping a 5 to 4 contest to the Braves. Facing Belle River’s top two aces the Lakers were held to only three hits in the emotionally charged contest.

“We gave up five runs in the third inning on a couple errors,” said coach Dan Dominguez. “Other than that we played very tough, the game could have gone either way.”

J. Fehr, and Pilmer pounded doubles, while Derbyshire added a single. Eric Wright

started on the mound and registered the loss, striking out four Belle River batters. Derbyshire came on in relief and threw three innings of no-hit ball while striking out eight.

“Jonathan Fehr behind the plate and Justin Wiebe at first base had stellar games defensively,” pointed out coach Terry Misener.

Sharon Musuronchan, CIP

Leamington Agent - The Co-operators

3 Nelson St., Leamington ON N8H 1G6

Phone 519-326-2651

Fax 519-326-6979

sharon_musuronchan@cooperators.ca

Erie Shores men’s club championship underway

The first round of the annual Erie Shores Men’s Club Championship got under way this past weekend with Mike Ferreira holding down top spot with his well executed one over par round of 72, good enough for one-stroke advantage over Brian Humphreys who opened up with a two over par 73.

Erie Shores Senior Club Champion Ken Steingart sits alone in third place with his six over par 77, while Scott Wilkinson is next at 82.

In the ‘A’ Flight Division, there are three players within three shots of first round leader Darryl DiMilo who leads the way with his four over par round of 75.

Geoff Dunmore is next at five over par 76, while Tim Tiessen is alone in third place with his six over par 77 and Andy Herring is just another stroke back at 78.

Kevin Babkirk, Martin Morphet and Richard Lowes are all tied for fifth place with their scores of 82, while Norm Beattie and Kevin George both shot rounds of

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84 leaving them tied for eight spot at 84.

Greg Dunmore is next at 85, while Saad Sarfrz and Junior Club Champion Joe LaSala are another stroke back at 86.

After shooting a four over par 75, Ernie Schmidtgall leads the way in the ‘B’ Flight Division, just one stroke better than Yves Lanteigne’s 76 and two ahead of John Rutger’s opening round of 77.

John Davis stands alone in fourth place at 80, with Ron Koop and Joe Verhoeven right behind him at 81. Evan Rutgers is next in seventh place at 82, while Neil Reimer is a shot back at 83 and Steven Georges two back at 84.

In the ‘C’ Flight Division, Mike Herbert came out on

top with his opening round of 82, while Barry Miller, Vic Penner and Brian Plumb are just two strokes back at 84. Bob Dick is alone in fifth place at 92, just one better than Lucas George who opened up with a 93.

Brett Madden carries a two-stroke lead in the ‘D’ Flight Division, opening up with a round of 85 as opposed to Bill Conn’s score of 87. Garth Dennerley and Derek Hutchins are next at 94 while Gord Anderson and Wayne Quinn are another three strokes back at 97.

The second and final rounds of the Erie Shores Club Championships take place this coming Saturday and Sunday with tee-offs beginning each day at 8:00 a.m.

The Tecumseh Corn Festival is annually named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario and in 2011 attracted over 35,000 visitors.

• Hot Buttered Corn on the Cob

• Miss Tecumseh Pageant

• Free Shuttle service from Tecumseh Mall & Arena

• Carter Shows all weekend • Largest Small Town Parade THURSDAY, AUGUST 23RD through SUNDAY, AUGUST 26TH

Leamington Lakers Cam Taouil drills a ball down the third base line in a game against Kingsville. (Photo submitted)

Alyssa Getty named to Team

Canada for Stephen Ames Cup

Leamington’s Alyssa Getty, 15, has been named to Team Canada for the 2012 Stephen Ames Cup in Trinidad and Tobago, West Indies, August 11-19.

The Canadian Junior Golf Association (CJGA) conducted 12 qualifiers across Canada and the top 4 boys and girls 19 and under were selected for the team. This is Getty’s 2nd year on the team, she was also on the winning 2011 team that competed in Calgary, Alberta.

Getty recently won the Girls Overall Player of the Year on the Jamieson Vitamins Junior Golf Tour winning all 7 events she competed in with a scoring average of 73. She played 2 tournaments – Ambassador and Ridgetown – under par.

Getty will represent the Jamieson Vitamins Junior tour at the Ontario Junior Tour Championship in Ottawa, August 27-29 where she is the defending Girls Individual Champion for 2010 and 2011.

Reid Wins Interlock A Championship

Progs golf: two eagles in one day

As many people are aware, Erie Shores Golf Club is a haven for a lot of what nature has to offer – deer, birds and eagles. Two progs members provided their own eagles on Tues., Aug. 7 – Ken Steingart on hole #2 and Mel Davey on #12. Congratulations gentlemen. Two eagles in one day happens as rarely as Ken Steingart winning a skin. But win a skin he did, along with Mel Davey, Ernie Schmidtgall, Fred Klassen and Norm Beattie.

The golfers went back to master lineup maker Gary Alderson, who once again put himself on the last place team. However, he made 13 other golfers happy by putting them together on Team C. These glad lads include Ken Steingart, Ron Tremblay, Wayne Quinn, Jeff Brown, Frank Gow, Bill Gherasim, Orest Hrynewich, Eddie Schachowskoy, Harry Badz, John Rutgers, Jim Simpson, Steve O’Hara,and Ken Luxford. Team C had a total of +10 while Team B came in second with a -9, followed by Team A (-10), and bringing up the rear with a -20 was Team D.

On the most progs achieved over the day were Bill Gherasim and Gord Anderson, each with a +8. They earned $17 each. Ken Steingart notched a +7 and pocketed $10. It was good to see Gord Anderson get out of his funk. He, too, is usually one of those money hounds. For a long while, I thought he was the Siamese brother of Wayne Quinn – attached at the wallet.

Playing with Ken Steingart was a real pleasure. Ken is really a smooth player and he shoots as well as any pro that hasn’t made the cut. The eagle was a thing of beauty, biting the edge of the green and gently rolling into the cup. On hole # 2, the group was pretty masterful in their own right. Mel Pace and Frank Dick each had birdies, while Tom Miehl netted a par. That’s pretty slick shooting.

Alyssa Getty

The Reid Funeral Home team won the Pee Wee Interlock A championship last weekend in Amherstburg. Team members are, back row left to right: Coaches Kevin Reid, David Loewen and John Hiebert. Third row: Branden Teichroeb, Solomon Sleiman, Camden Driedger, Josh Dyck, TJ Roelens; Second row: Kyle Dick, Julien Sleiman, Mason Gow. Front: Emerson Tell, Kiel Reid, James Hiebert. Absent from photo: Sam Raffoul and Brendan LeCoure.

Thursday, August 16 Games

DJE #2 edges out DJE #1 on the links

DJE #2 edge out DJE #1 on the links

Saw Monkeys took the first game from the Buds, and game 2 ended up in a tie; Guardian puts some  distance between them and the fourth place Monkeys by winning both games versus the Pirates; Colt 45 attempts their  climb from the basement as they took both from the Car Barn 11 to 3 and 11 to 7; Grinders swept the Dirty Farmers 11   17 to 5; Bashers stay in second place winning 12 to 5 and 7 to 5 against Desert Storm; Don Johnston Electric #2  edged out Don Johnston Electric #1 as they took the match on hole 9 at Talbot Trail Golf Course.

Canadian CrissCross

Around the JSMSL league: Saw Monkeys took the first game from the Buds, and game 2 ended up in a tie… Guardian puts some distance between them and the fourth place Monkeys by winning both games versus the Pirates… Colt 45 attempts their climb from the basement as they took both from the Car Barn 11 to 3 and 11 to 7… Grinders swept the Dirty Farmers 11 to 1 and 17 to 5… Bashers stay in second place winning 12 to 5 and 7 to 5 against Desert Storm… Don Johnston Electric #2 edged out Don Johnston Electric #1 as they took the match on hole 9 at Talbot Trail Golf Course.

Wheatley Boys Win Championship

Big Boyz fishing derby records over 600 entrants

Pictured at left: Steve Taylor won a trophy for biggest perch of the tournament in the Big Boys Fishing Derby. His winning fish was caught on Day 10 of the tourney and weighed in at 1.10 pounds. This was a new category this year and was sponsored by Bowman Feed & Supply in memory of the late Ken Snider.

The 9th annual Southwest Outdoors Club Big Boyz Fishing Tournament, based out of Wheatley Harbour and held over 10 days Fri. July 27 to Sun. Aug. 5, attracted over 600 anglers looking to land a nice prize payout.

Cash prizes awarded were $1000, $500, $250, $125 (x2) and $50 (x5) for top 10 walleye and rainbow for the tournament; $150, $100 and $50 respectively for the tourney’s biggest salmon, perch and sheepshead; and $50 daily prizes for biggest rainbow and walleye.

New this year was the prize payout and trophy for the biggest perch of the tournament, sponsored by Bowman Feed & Supply in memory of the late Ken Snider, who passed away in April of this year. This is a

category Mr. Snider always felt should be included in the annual derby. Trophies were also awarded for largest walleye and largest rainbow.

Award presentations took place at the Wheatley Arena on Sun. Aug. 5 where participants met for an af-

ternoon of swapping fishing tales, enjoying refreshments, and the chance to win door prizes.

Steve Tofflemire (left) landed a 12.92-pound rainbow on Day 2 of the Big Boyz Fishing Derby, which ended up earning him a trophy and $1,000 for biggest rainbow of the tournament. Brian Furlan caught a 9.62 pound walleye on Day 6 that wound up being the biggest of the tournament, giving him a $1,000 payout and trophy as well.

Steer roping

During a pre-camp warm-up exercise, UK Soccer Camp instructor David Methven demonstrates attacking an open space to the 31 youths who attended the Wednesday, Aug. 8 edition of the Kingsville camp.

During Day 4 (Aug. 8) of the Kingsville UK Soccer Camp, David Methven introduces his coach staff assistants to 31 registered students. Methven’s staff in Kingsville included Austin Brewster, Ryan Durward, Luke Husbands and administrator Karen Husbands.

(SUN Photos)

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Finish Off the Summer at the Complex:

• Red Cross Swim Lessons for all levels.There are still a few openings during the month of August. Daily lessons for a 2-week period, morning or evening options.

• Complex Summer Day Camp is being offered all summer long, weekdays throughout July and August. Kids ages 4-7 and 8-12 will have loads of fun swimming, skating, doing crafts and playing games galore. Plus there’s a different theme each week to keep the kids excited and coming back for more. Register by the day or by the week. Summer Day Camp is CRAZY FUN!

NEW Indoor Cycling Studio: You should see what the Complex has in store for you this coming fall! A NEW Spinning Studio will be opening with an entire room dedicated to spinning with 15 new Lemond Rev Master Spin Bikes! And the Complex has 4 Schwinn Certified spin instructors to lead you through the paces.

Other new fall programs include: Health Track, early morning Sunrise Yoga, and a New Zumba Toning class led by licensed instructor ZUMBA BILLIE!

Aqua Yoga Workshop Sunday, August 26 from 10 a.m. till 1 p.m. led by certified YogaRani instructor Renee Knight. Renee is a former Leamington resident who has been instructing in Toronto for many years. This new and unique program is being offered for the first time ever here in Leamington before she offers it in Toronto. Only 20 spots available – just $75 per person. If you’re a regular AquaFitness participant at the Complex, or if you want to come for the first time and experience the soothing effects of linear movement in the soothing Complex salt water pool, be sure to register early. Visit the Complex website for more information.

NEW Fall & Winter 1 Activity Guides have arrived! Don’t be disappointed – always register early, as courses will be cancelled if registration numbers don’t meet minimum requirements to run a course. Fall registration begins on Monday, August 20 for fall programs at the LKRC.

CBC Live Right Now Campaign: Leamington is inviting everyone to walk the trails, parks and waterfront promenade. Each Tuesday and Friday early morning from 6:307:15 a.m. come join Councillor Hilda MacDonald as she leads the walkers! Meet at the Complex parking lot, straight out from the main front doors.

UK soccer camp coming

By Bryan Jessop

Several dozen soccer players in Leamington, Wheatley and surrounding areas will have certified proof of a direct connection to the 2012 Summer Olympics.

David Methven has been visiting a Kingsville family since July 30 and before he heads back to England in early September, will have led one-week soccer camps in Kingsville, Cottam, Leamington and Wheatley. The former professional soccer player will direct the UK Soccer Camp in Leamington at Kinsmen Fields Monday, Aug. 20 to Friday, Aug. 24 and in Wheatley at Wheatley Area Arena fields Monday, Aug. 27 to Friday, Aug. 31. Each day’s sessions will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or, if a student choses, a half-day of either morning or afternoon sessions. A full week of full days runs a cost of $100 (or $20 per day) while a full week of half days costs $75 or $15 per day.

The 34-year-old Methven brings with him well over 20 years of experience playing and coaching soccer and is a former player with Major League Soccer’s Kansas City Wizards.

Throughout the camps, Methven is being assisted by his host family of Nick and Karen Husbands, along with their 18-year-old son Luke. In Kingsville, assistant coaches also included Austin Brewster (who previously spent a year in England) and Ryan Durward. A sum of 32 youths attended the Kingsville camp and as of Aug. 8, 15 pre-registered for Cottam and eight apiece for Leamington and Wheatley camps. Some of the students from last week’s Kingsville camp have registered for this week’s camp in Cottam.

“There are a lot of kids who register just before the week starts,” said Methven, who also pointed out that while students are allowed to register and pay upon arrival for any particular day of the camp, it is more convenient to register and pay in advance.

After several years of coaching, playing and conducting soccer camps in both the United Kingdom and the United States, Methven offered his services in Canada for the first time last year with a two-week camp in Kingsville — one week for five- to nine-year-olds and the other for 10- to 15-year-olds. In April of this year, he led a one-day camp in Wheatley that was attended by more than 20 players.

The Canadian camps were created by Methven and the Husbands — Karen serves as administrator while her husband Nick (who is also a certified goalkeeper coach) and son Luke assist with coaching at each of the four area locations. The Husbands moved to Canada from the UK about two years ago and were quick to notice the difference between European and North American versions of the sport.

“He was used to a style that was more aggressive and competitive,” Karen said of Luke, who is a WECSSAA soccer hoops all star. “It’s a more physical game in the UK.”

Methven also noticed a major difference between Canadian soccer and European football, one that he was pleasantly surprised to see.

“In UK, football (soccer) is dominated by boys,” Methven said. “It’s nearly an even mix here in Canada, which is great to see.”

Methven has qualified for the title of Olympic Sport Maker, which in turn entitles students of his camps to certificates announcing them as part of the London 2012 Olympic Legacy While living in the UK, Methven directs and trains coaches and has worked with English professional teams including Fulham and Southampton. On July 28 and 29, he attended Olympic soccer games at Wembley Stadium before proceeding directly home to pack his belongings and heading off to Gatwick International Airport to arrive in Canada July 30.

The UK Soccer Camps are divided into groups according to age and ability following warm-up exercises and introductions. From teaching the basics and fundamentals of the game, the camps move on to opposed and unopposed drills and scrimmages of two-on-two, three-on-three, etc.

Sun. August 19, 1:30 pm Mosquito: Tues. August 21, 6:15 pm

“The kids get more time on the ball and a chance to develop their abilities,” said Methven, who will return to the UK following the completion of the Wheatley camp.

For next year, UK Soccer Camps hopes to bring a team from the United Kingdom to play matches against local teams. For the following year, they hope to bring a local team to the UK.

Methven, who hails from Aldershot — about 20 km southwest of London — is pleased with the feedback he has seen for the Canadian camps.

“I’m delighted by the response. I’m thrilled to see this kind of support and enthusiasm.”

To register for the Leamington or Wheatley camp, contact Methven or the Husbands at 519-712-8995 or visit their website www. uksoccer.ca.

Lacrosse season ends

The 2012 minor lacrosse season officially came to an end last weekend, as Sun County’s five teams have returned from the Ontario Lacrosse Festival in Whitby.

The tykes were the first Crows team to make the GTA journey, starting with an Aug. 5 match against Newmarket in the ‘C’ division. Sun County came out on top by a score of 5-4. For Game 2, the Crows narrowly lost to Welland in a game that ended with a 4-3 result. In the third match, played Aug. 6, the Crows cruised past Gloucester in an 8-1 decision, completing round robin with a 2-1 record that qualified them for the quarter finals

Sun County was eliminated in the playoff contest 8-3 by a skilled Kahnawake team that went on to win their semi-final match 10-5 over Whitby #3. Kahnawake then lost the ‘C’ championship game 8-2 against undefeated Cambridge.

Sun County’s intermediate girls and intermediate boys teams each headed for Whitby for their respective Aug. 7-9 provincial tournaments. The boys dropped their first game 7-1 against Kawartha Lakes and were tripled 9-3 by Hamilton later that day. The Crows’ season officially ended the following day with a tough 4-2 loss against North Perth. The ‘C’ division was won by Nepean, who blanked Hamilton 5-0 in the final.

The Sun County girls started with a game against a talented Kahnawake squad, losing 8-1. For Game 2 the following day, the Crows put up a good fight against Six Nations, but lost 5-2. In a defensive match played later that day, Sun County’s season ended with a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Gloucester. It later became evident that the Crows were matched up against the best teams in round robin play, as Six Nations and Kahnawake met in the final, which Kahnawake won by a score of 4-1.

Up next were Sun County’s midget boys and novice boys, each playing in an Aug. 10-12 tournament vying for ‘D’ division titles.

The novices entered the tournament as Zone 7 ‘B’ champions, the first Crows team to ever win a local league title. To begin the 2012 Ontario Lacrosse Festival, Sun County defeated Kitchener #2 7-5, extending their winning streak — which began July 15 against Sarnia #1 — to seven games. Sarnia #1, placed in the same ‘D’ classification, started with a 3-2 win over Gloucester #2. To finish the day, the novice Crows settled for a 5-5 draw against Oakville 3. In an important Game 3, the Crows ensured themselves a playoff berth by doubling up on previously undefeated Northumberland 4-2. In the first round of playoffs, Sun County was eliminated by Niagara on the Lake in a hard-fought 7-6 loss.

The midgets started their season-ending tournament with a 5-5 deadlock against Mississauga #2. Later that day, the Crows faced the offensive powerhouse Midland, who had earlier downed Oshawa 12-7. The Sun County record fell to 0-1-1 after falling 8-1 to Midland. The final game of the season for the midget Crows ended in a 5-2 loss against Oshawa.

Kenyon Moniz boots the ball away from his team’s net during an Under 14 boys game between Leamington United and the LaSalle Stompers Wednesday, Aug. 8 at the Leamington Soccer Complex. Leamington trailed through most of the second half, but rallied late to earn a 3-3 draw. The host team’s goals were scored by Luis Guzman, Kenyon Moniz and D’artagnan Perovic.

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Miguel Ferreira of the Leamington United Under 10 boys team chases a Windsor Hellenic ball carrier during a Windsor and District Soccer League game played at the Leamington Soccer Complex Wednesday, Aug. 8.

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Ages 6-9: 1st: Emma Wright (8), Meaford; 2nd: Larissa Rae Porteous (7), Harrow; 3rd: Jake Ellis (6), Essex.

Ages 17-29: 1st: Amber Dubois (18), Windsor; 2nd: Pamela Christie (22), Leamington; 3rd: Kyle Mastronardi & Melissa Phan & (17/16), Kingsville/Leamington. The overall winner was Amber Dubois, Windsor, and the runner-up overall was Amy Papineau, Woodslee.

Ages 10-12: 1st: Abigail Slack, Neves (12) Windsor; 2nd: Summer Ellis (10), Essex; 3rd: Onisha Labonte (10), Tilbury.

Ages 13-16: 1st: Amy Papineau (16), Woodslee; 2nd: Madison Vasey (14), Chatham; 3rd: Keira Shepherd (13), London.

Dubois wins 9th annual Wheatley Idol

The 9th Annual Wheatley Idol was held on Sunday, August 5 at Two Creeks Conservation Area during the Fish Festival weekend in Wheatley.

Approximately 380 people came out to the Wheatley Idol competition, which included celebrity MCs Dustyn Janzen and Corey Robertson, local media personalities, and assistant MC, Christina McDonald.

Celebrity judges were Cordell Green, morning radio host; Nicole Barron, recording artist, singer/songwriter; and Paige Frankfurth, 2011 Wheatley Idol overall winner.

Three winners in each of the four age categories received cash prizes, gifts and award plaques. All 1st place winners received an invitation to perform at the 153rd Comber Fair, Aug.10, before or during the “Miss Comber Fair” pageant. Overall winner 18-year-old Amber Dubois of Windsor received the grand prize of a recording package provided by sponsors valued at approximately $1,700. Amber also received an invitation to perform at the 4th Annual Fantasy Idol Competition Oct. 20. The honourary overall runner-up winner, Amy Papineau (16) of Woodslee, received a winner’s prize valued at $300.

“It was a record setting year for registration, filling up in just 24 hours and we had 31 pre-registered contestants signed up. When we doubled our registration waiting list, we had to close it down due to the overwhelming response. We would love to have taken them all, but due to time constraints we must vacate the event venue, so preparations can begin for the last concert of the night. Contestants came from all around Southwestern Ontario, to include Amherstburg, Chatham, Essex, Harrow, Leamington, London, Meaford, Petrolia, Ruthven, Sarnia, Tilbury, Wheatley, Woodslee, and Windsor!” said Darla Janzen, Wheatley Idol chair/ organizer.

“Wheatley Idol has developed an excellent reputation over the last nine years as a topnotch talent show and serves as a wonderful opportunity for young people to find their artist voice. I’m very honoured to be a part of such a great show,” Corey Robertson, guest MC.

Downloadable digital magazines now available at library

Essex County libraries now have magazines that you can download free of charge to your computer or personal device. Zinio is compatible with PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android (which includes Kobos), Kindle Fire and Blackberry Playbook.

Publications are always available for viewing within the library or from anywhere you have access to a computer or Wi-Fi enabled device. All you need is your Essex County Library card and your PIN to access the collection. Over 60 magazines will be available. Titles include Cosmopolitan,

Hello Canada, The Economist, Macleans, Popular Mechanics, National Geographic, Rolling Stone, Shutterbug and many more.

Instructions for downloading the free Zinio App are available at the library’s website at www.essexcountylibrary.com. Sign up today and you will receive notification of the latest issue of your favourite magazines. Once downloaded they do not require Wi-Fi to access them on your device.

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Brock back in Wheatley after 200 years

By Bryan Jessop

He waited 200 years, but General Isaac Brock finally made a return visit to Wheatley.

As the finale to the 2012 edition of the Wheatley Fish Festival and Old Boys and Old Girls Reunion, Taylor Beach was the location of the re-enactment of Brock’s landing on Sand Island. Brock’s noon arrival was a landing on the beach via a boat manned by Provincial Marine, also in full, early 18th century uniform.

The re-enactment depicted a stop Brock made en route to Amherstburg to take command of British troops who would eventually capture Fort Detroit. In the Monday, Aug. 6 depiction of the actual event, Brock, played by Scott Finlay, met with aboriginal warriors and local residents. He then addressed an estimated 250 spectators, ensuring them that British forces would not

succumb to ‘Yankee’ invaders.

actors that British forces will repel ‘Yankee invaders’ prior to his departure for Amherstburg during a re-enactment at Taylor’s Beach Monday, August 6. nal warriors, Rev. Richard Preston of the Methodist Hillman Parish (played by Dave Derbyshire) and local residents.

Brock and his men then bid farewell to Five Nations war chief John Norton (played by Jim Wellheiser of Ayr, Ont.), his wife Catherine (played by Wellheiser’s wife Catherine Wellheiser) and a gathering of aborigi-

CILISKA EXCAVATING

Following the re-enactment, spectators were entertained by musicians David and Sharon Light and then Dale Butler and Gord Harwood. Butler’s finale was ‘And I March’, a song he wrote for the CD ‘Reflections on 1812’, now receiving airtime on radio stations across Canada.

Afterwards, spectators were invited to Royal Canadian Legion Branch 324 of Wheatley for further musical entertainment and a perch dinner.

“A lot of people have been instrumental in putting this together,” said Sue

Adamson, a member of the Fish Festival planning committee who played a pivotal role in organizing the reenactment. “Many people deserve a lot of thanks for making it possible.”

“It was a joint effort between the communities of Wheatley and Amherstburg and we think it went tremendously,” McDonald said. McDonald and his fellow planners were exceptionally grateful to Jim and Betty Taylor and family, who allowed the use of their property as the site of the event. Although plans for the re-enactment had long since been completed, funding was made available only six to seven weeks prior to the two local renditions of Brock’s arrival.

General Isaac Brock (right, portrayed by Scott Finlay) ensures spectators and fellow re-en-

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Have you sought help for mental health or substance use problems OR do you have a family member who’s sought help for one or both of these problems?

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A Celebration will be held Sunday, August 26, 2012 at The Heritage Centre in Leamington 2-4 pm. No gifts - a donation to the ‘Meat Cannery’ would be greatly appreciated!

Pyramid Farms in Leamington is looking for 5 full-time greenhouse workers.

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* On call (pager) on weekend rotation

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