C.A. Bailey Ltd. hosts regional rally for independent bus operators
By Sheila McBrayne
Small and medium school bus companies are in a fight to keep their multi-generational family-run businesses alive after changes the provincial government has proposed in the procurement system for student transportation.
Small family-run community-focused bus companies, like Leamington’s C.A. Bailey Limited, have been transporting students to and from school since the first school buses rolled out in the late 1940s.
In a statement by Independent School Bus Operators Association (ISBOA), president Sean Payne explained the background for the current situation. “We have a long history of providing safe and secure transportation for the children of Ontario, many with operations going back over 60 years. ISBOA is concerned about the current direction the province is taking in regards to school bus transportation… The Ontario Ministry of Education completed a costing study from 2006 to 2008. They have since referred to the costing study as their ‘benchmark’. “
tation of Canada (also operate as Leuschen Bros. Limited, Parkview Transit, Elgie Bus Lines, Elliott Coach Lines, Ayr Coach Lines, Simcoe Coach Lines, Liftlock Coach Lines).
“We believe that taxpayers are already receiving value for the dollars spent on transportation… We’ve shown them our books and they have used our numbers to create the so-called benchmarks,” said ISBOA Executive Director Karen Cameron. C.A. Bailey Ltd. owners (sisters) Sharon Arthurs-Pepper and Sandra Symons held a regional meeting of independent bus company owners from Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent and Lambton counties at C.A. Bailey offices on Seacliff Drive, Leamington, on Tuesday, May 24.
Leamington Rotary Club celebrates 75 years
The Rotary Club of Leamington would like to thank the citizens of Leamington, Kingsville and Wheatley for their continuous support in helping them with the betterment of the community.
This study summarized school bus operators’ current costs but failed to address many existing shortfalls in the industry, such as driver wages, fuel fluctuations and equipment costs. In spite of these shortfalls there were still many cases of operators that were working for less than this cost benchmark. The Ministry, however, abruptly abandoned this approach and decided to open up the school bus industry to competition. They have referred to this as a Request For Proposal (RFP) strategy for providing school busing to Ontario’s students. This strategy is of such concern to independent operators that ISBOA formed to provide an organized opposition in November 2008. This association is made up of over 100 family-owned school bus businesses, primarily small and medium sized, that operate across this province.
The ISBOA is warning school officials and parents alike that Queen’s Park is jeopardizing safe, sustainable school bus operations, though their own pilot projects have proven their plan is flawed. The results of recent pilot projects have proven that the RFP process being mandated by the Ministry of Education will force school boards to contract with the lowest bidder, at the expense of quality and safety. There are three multi-national companies in OntarioStock Transportation, First Student, and Student Transpor-
“Many family-owned bus operators operate their school buses with their family names embossed on the sides of the school buses. These operators care about the families and the students they transport. They live in the areas they service. They talk with these families at the grocery store, the arena, and the coffee shop. They sponsor their child’s hockey/soccer team or help out with charitable causes. Many of the bus operators you know were born into this way of life and have embraced it. In a couple of words “WE CARE”, more than any company policy, procedural flowchart or statistics that an RFP can explain. Despite this, the RFP is quickly eliminating these school bus operators from the landscape of Ontario. C.A. Bailey Limited is concerned about how this process will impact our community when the pilot project is implemented here in WindsorEssex County for September 2012,” said Arthurs-Pepper in a statement.
Lesa McDougall of Cook School Bus Lines knows firsthand how devastating this change in policy will be. Her family-owned business, which has operated in the Mount Forest area since 1964, was recently wiped out as a result of a pilot project in Wellington-Dufferin School District.
“In less than a year, we went from being a viable business and valued employer to being wiped out. Overnight, the McGuinty government changed the rules that school bus operators have been working under for years. We mortgaged our home to invest in this business and our (Continued on Page 2)
Leamington’s Rotary Club was chartered in 1936 and will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary of Service in the Leamington area. The club’s original projects were the development of small parks in the community. From 1943 to 1950, the Leamington Rotary Club operated the Hopewell Hospital on Russell Street for 6½ years prior to the building of the Leamington District Memorial Hospital in 1950.
The Rotary Club continues its support of the Leamington Hospital Foundation, plus local youth sport activities, annual student college bursaries at the three local high schools, Youth Exchange programs, equipment for the Leamington Fire Department and The Salvation Army Emergency Response Team, and the purchase of the walkin freezer at the Ministerial Association Food Bank.
Internationally, the club is involved with water projects in Honduras, support for communities in Nicaragua and Rotary International’s campaign for the eradication of polio.
The Leamington Rotary Club is one of 33,000 Rotary Clubs around the world. Rotary International has 1.2 million men and women. Leamington currently has 22 members. If interested in joining contact leamingtonrotary@hotmail.ca.
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Mayor’s Luncheon for Community Living
A special Mayor’s Luncheon was held by Community Living Essex County on Friday, May 27 at the Essex Arena Sports Complex. The mayors of the various municipalities within Essex County were challenged to consider hiring people with disabilities. In front, from left are the guest speakers, Carolyn Warkentin, South Essex Community Council; Lisa Raffoul, The Concept of Social Capital; Sterling Joliffe, Community Living Essex County – the importance of a meaningful day; Bruce Awad, Autism Ontario, Windsor-Essex Chapter; Michelle Jones-Rousseau; and Val Burningham, Canadian Cancer Society. In back from left are Tony DeSantis, Manager of Community Relations, Community Living; Ron McDermott, Mayor of Essex; Nelson Santos, Mayor of Kingsville; Nancy Wallace-Gero, Executive Director Community Living Essex County; Al Fazio, Deputy mayor Lakeshore; Marg Prince, President, Board of Directors for Community Living Essex County; and Alan Halberstadt, Councillor, City of Windsor. Absent from the photo but in attendance representing Leamington were Councillors Larry Verbeke and Chris Chopchik. (SUN Photo)
THIS WEEK’S
MUSICAL BIRTHDAYS
1974, Cee-Lo Green (aka Thomas Callaway, also singer for Gnarls Barkley)
1974, Alanis Morissette
1960, Tony Hadley (singer for Spandau Ballet)
1956, Danny Wilde (singer for The Rembrandts, who did the 'Friends' theme)
1954, Dan Hill
1951, Deniece Williams
1946, Ian Hunter (singer for Mott The Hoople)
1938, Peter Yarrow (of Peter Paul and Mary)
SONGS TO HIT #1 THIS WEEK
2004, Fantasia- 'I Believe.'
1995, Bryan Adams- 'Have You Ever Really Loved A Woman'
1989, Michael Damian- 'Rock On'
1980, Lipps Inc- 'Funkytown'
1979, Donna Summer- 'Hot Stuff'
1973, Paul McCartney- 'My Love', 1972, The Staple Singers- 'I'll Take You There'
1968, Simon and Garfunkel- 'Mrs Robinson'
1967, Aretha Franklin- 'Respect'.
1964, The Beatles- 'Love Me Do'
1961, Roy Orbison- 'Running Scared' MUSIC EVENTS
ON THIS WEEK'S DATES
1993, Mariah Carey married the
President of Sony Music, Tommy Mottola 1992, Singer Paul Simon married singer Edie Brickell (of the New Bohemians).
1987, Adam Horovitz from The Beastie Boys was arrested while on tour after a beer can hit a fan during a disturbance in Liverpool, England.
1985, Elton John began a high court battle with Dick James Music, seeking the rights to early songs and recordings plus damages estimated at more than $51 million.
1984, Bruce Springsteen released the album, ‘Born In The USA’, which went on to top the album chart for seven weeks and featured seven Top 10 singles. 1976, Wings set a new world record when they performed in front of 67,100 fans in Seattle, the largest attendance for an indoor crowd.
1976, The Who gave themselves a place in the Guinness book of Records as the loudest performance of a rock band at 120 decibels, when they played at Charlton Athletic Football ground.
1971, The two-room shack in Tupelo, Mississippi, where Elvis Presley was born on January 8, 1935 was opened to the public as a tourist attraction.
1966, Filming began on The Monkees TV series.
1964, The Rolling Stones made their US TV debut on 'The Les Crane Show'.
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C.A. Bailey Limited hosts regional rally for independent bus operators
(Continued from Front) community, and now it is gone.” Cooks went from 20 routes to one and was out of business.
Also at the regional meeting was Ruth Anne Staples of Kenilworth and operator of Epoch’s garage who ran 10 routes and were stripped down to one. They also went out of business. This bus company had operated since 1946.
Locally, Arthurs-Pepper and C.A. Bailey reps met with MPP Pat Hoy on May 17, but had not heard back from his office since the meeting.
Show your support and write letters telling these political leaders that you do not agree with the process and you support your family operated bus company.
• Premier Dalton McGuinty: dmcguinty.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org
• Minister of Education Leon Dombrowsky: ldombrowsky.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org
• MPP Chatham-Kent Essex Pat Hoy: phoy.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org
The ISBOA has a website www.isboa.ca that includes an online petition and Facebook campaign as well.
Contact your school board trustee (Greater Essex County District School Board, Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire de district des écoles catholiques de Sud-Ouest) and be sure to let them know how you feel about this situation as well. In the last two years since the pilot projects began, 15 independent school bus companies have gone out of business.
Silver Advisory will better protect seniors with dementia
Ontario is developing a program to help quickly find seniors with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive impairments when they are missing.
The program will establish a standard province-wide model that communities can use to alert the public when vulnerable seniors go missing and may be in danger. The program will be the first of its kind in Canada.
The Silver Advisory program is being developed in partnership with seniors and health organizations, the Ontario Seniors’ Secretariat, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), municipal police services and broadcasters.
“Missing seniors is getting to be a bigger problem as our population ages,” said Robert Herman, President, Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police. “This is the right time to get all the parties together and develop a strategy that will help us find wandering seniors quickly and return them to their loved ones.”
Over 180,000 Ontarians have some form of dementia – that number is expected to increase 40% by 2020. Six out of 10 seniors with cognitive impairments will wander from their home or caregiver at least once. Nearly 95% of persons who wander from home are found within a quarter mile of their home or last location seen.
Catholic school board responds to backlash re: library closures
Responding to suggestions and concerns presented at the May 24 board meeting, as well as various communications with trustees and administration, the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board (WECDSB) has decide not to close their school libraries.
In a press release issued May 26, WECDSB acknowledged the following after public outcry by the Catholic school community demanded they reverse their decision:
• The Board is committed to listening to and working with stakeholders.
• The Board further acknowledges that enhanced communication is vital to any systemic change.
• The Board and its stakeholders recognize the fundamental principle that libraries are evolving and change is essential to support 21st century learning for students.
Therefore, the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board is proposing the following:
• The Board will move forward with the vision of a 21st century Learning Commons model that incorporates an ongoing shift to the digital age.
• The Board will retain up to 19 full-time equivalent employees in the Learning Commons Specialist and Office/ Clerical Units which will include a restructuring of the current 3 full-time itinerant positions.
• The Learning Commons Specialists will collaborate with their assigned school communities to work together to facilitate innovative centres of learning by the end of the 2011-12 school year.
• A review of this plan will take place at the end of the
2011-12 school year that will invite stakeholder input.
• The Board will request the Ministry of Education to make appropriate staff from its Business and Finance Division available to undertake a review of the Board’s finances, and provide assurance to the Catholic Community that the Board’s planning for the 2011-12 and future years is sound.
Phillip Driedger (right) was the lucky winner of the Grossi Plumbing & Heating draw for a free YORK furnace. Pictured here, Grossi’s Foreman Armand Mucci (left) congratulates Driedger. (Photo Submitted)
Grossi free furnace winner
Prom Safety Tips for Parents and Teens
Checklist for Parents
4 Know where your teenager will be throughout the evening.
4 Set firm guidelines and a reasonable curfew and make sure your teenager is aware of the consequences of violating these rules.
4 Be aware of who is driving. If a limo is being hired, confirm that the company does not allow alcohol consumption by underage passengers.
4 Speak to school officials and fellow parents about planned events for the evening. Make sure snacks and alcohol-free beverages are served.
4 Talk to your teenager about the serious dangers and consequences of underage drinking and driving.
4 Let your child know they can always call you if they need a ride home.
Tips for Teens
Some parting Oprah wisdom
“You are responsible for your life…”
“Be responsible for the energy you bring into your space.”
4 Having a good time isn’t dependent on alcohol—besides underage drinking is illegal and can result in serious trouble, injury, or worse!
“The common thread of all our addictions is worthiness. Worthiness is a birthright… You are worthy because you are here.”
“You will receive in direct proportion what you give.”
4 Don’t let friends drink and drive, and don’t get in a car with a drunk driver.
These are just a few of the incredible words of wisdom shared by Oprah Winfrey on her final Oprah Winfrey Show last week.
4 Schedule ahead—make sure you have a safe plan for prom night.
4 It’s safer to travel in groups— remind each other about responsible decision-making and standing up to peer pressure.
4 Always keep an eye on your drink and never accept a drink from someone you don’t know.
4 Remember that intoxication can lead to poor judgment calls and dangerous situations.
4 Don't be a statistic: 60% of all teen deaths in car accidents are alcohol-related.
After 25 years of daytime talk shows on topics ranging from civil liberties to children of war, Oprah has touched millions and millions of people. In many cases she hasn’t just touched lives, she has changed lives. She has given a voice to a multitude of underprivileged, under-appreciated, misunderstood groups, and sects of our earth. Oprah let men know it was alright to cry and that it was okay for women to have a career and a family.
I thought it very touching when someone said although she never had any children of her own, she was a motherly figure for millions who watched. It’s hard to imagine that 25 years have passed. I’m 42, so I was 17 years old when Oprah began in 1986. I’m one of those people who “grew up” watching Oprah throughout my life. I can’t say that I sat down and watched Oprah every day, but she was always a consideration when I channel surfed and often times I landed there.
Another parting thought from Oprah was that she had a stage in which to spread knowledge, understanding and compassion. And it was a stage of millions, but, as she pointed out, we all have a stage. We all have an audience – no matter how big or small – to spread that message.
I look forward to many more thought-provoking shows on Oprah’s new OWN network and hope we all continue to learn compassion, love and empathy.
JUNE 18, 2011 – LEARN TO CAMP
A “Learn to Camp” experience, a nationwide urban camping event aimed at introducing participants to camping and related activities. In each of these cities, one hundred participants will be invited: Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec and Halifax.
JULY 1, 2011 – CANADA DAY
“Doors Open on Canada Day” in all national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada and “Canada Day in the Capital”, this year featuring the centennial of Parks Canada.
JULY 16, 2011 – PARKS DAY
One hundred activities – “100 for the Centennial” – will mark Parks Day in Parks Canada locations across the country.
Parksʼ Day, Doors Open in all national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada, featuring free entry and special events and activities, including free concerts and fun for the whole family, at all Parks Canada national parks and national historic sites across Canada.
AUGUST 20 TO 21, 2011
– FAB FORTS WEEKEND
“Fab Forts Weekend”, inspired by the 300th birthday of the completion of Fort Chambly, this national celebration is a coast to coast weekend for community enjoyment of historic forts with signature 100-gun salute and toast to Parks Canadaʼs centennial.
OCTOBER 10, 2011
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CANADA THANKS CANADA”
“Parks Canada Thanks Canada” on Thanksgiving.
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With the one-year anniversary of the tornado approaching, what have you done to better prepare yourself in case of another tornado?
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Natalie Tofflemire
“Thanks to my mom, I downloaded a weather app on my cell phone called Weather Bug that gives alerts.”
Jeni Derrig
“Now I’m not ignorant to the fact that it could happen again, but before last year’s tornado we never really worried about it.”
Reader has questions about Leamington’s Strategic Vision
The May 25th article “Municipality of Leamington council adopts strategic vision for the next 4 years” in the local weekly newspaper brought several questions to mind:
1. What was the total cost for this exercise? For the facilitator, members of council, meals, beverages, staff overtime, etc.?
2. Was the hiring of a facilitator made necessary by the loss of decades of expertise when the experienced mayor, deputy-mayor and councillors were not returned to office?
3. Why was no mention made of providing prompt, courteous, efficient service to the taxpayers who pay the salaries of council and staff? (A recent not-so-pleasant runaround when an inquiry concerning junk pick-up was referred to the transfer station, who exasperatedly said “They do this all the time, and we have nothing to do with it!”, and then suggested that I call Windsor Disposal, who very politely referred me back to Leamington staff, prompted this question).
4. Should a strategic vision not contain a resolve to maintain/improve infrastructure? Sewers were mentioned, but what about elimination of gravel roads, safety of bridges and sidewalks, etc.?
5. How is the progress/success of these visions to be measured?
A concerned citizen, B.J. Jacobs, Leamington
EDITOR’S NOTE: This letter was sent to Leamington Council members and members of the media this week. Mayor Paterson quickly responded and also sent his reply to all those who were sent the original letter. Therefore, we are able to print both letters in the same week.
Mayor responds to questions about Leamington’s Strategic Vision
Mrs. Jacobs: Thank you for your inquiry regarding Leamington’s Strategic Retreat held in March of 2011 at the Bayfield Inn, Bayfield, Ontario.
Question #1: I am not sure of the total cost but will get
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that answer for you as soon as I can. I can assure you that there is no overtime paid to the Administration who attended, which included Bill Marck, our CAO; Brian Sweet, our Solicitor; Cheryl Horrobin, our Treasurer; John Tofflemire, our former Department Head of Community Services; and Doug Morrish, our former Department Head of Building Services. They are all salaried personnel and this Strategic Retreat is part of their duties as Administration. For “beverages”, we purchased our own personally.
Question #2: This process of holding a Strategic Retreat was started several elections ago and is done at the beginning of each new Council. It had nothing to do with the removal from office of several long-serving members of Council. The process itself has proven highly beneficial for the Municipality as it creates a “team-building” atmosphere for all members of Council and Senior Administration. In this instance, since we have four new members of Council, it opened their eyes to the true costs and difficulties of running the Municipality, opened up personal relationships, honest discussions regarding each member’s visions, hopes and dreams for Leamington, and answered most concerns. Even those who thought this process was a waste of time and money did a complete about-face by the time the 2½ day process was done. It was a valuable learning tool for all.
Question #3: The provision of prompt, courteous and efficient service is a “vision” that never leaves the purview of Council or Administration. Years ago, “junk” was addressed and policies set in that regard and they are followed by Administration with the backing and support of Council. The “junk” issue was dealt with by the previous Council which included those to whom you referred to in your second question. But it sounds to me like you have had a frustrating time and I would welcome your sending me the details on the matter including dates and times and who you may have spoken to in the Town regarding the same. I will try to find out what went wrong. Suffice it to say that during our lengthy deliberations, that very same subject of service as well as communication were and are high priority and remain in the Strategic Plan of the Municipality. But we are human, and not perfect.
Question #4: Infrastructure is “always” a major component of a Strategic Plan and is so in this one. The plan for separated sewers, sidewalks, road repairs, bridges and cul-
verts all remain in the plan and as such receive the same consideration as everything else the Municipality must look after. You have to drill down into the Strategic Plan to find the absolutes of each and every recommendation that was made to find detailed discussions regarding those items. The newspapers could not include all the details of the Strategic Plan but I believe a copy of it is available at the Town Hall if you are interested. During our budget deliberations Councillors Atkin, MacDonald and myself reminded everyone of our promise to complete the tar and chip program we had started on Road 12, and I believe we have enough in the budget to make that happen this year. In 2012, another gravel road will be considered. The “strategic vision” for eliminating gravel roads was established in the Strategic Retreat we participated in with the former Council in 2007, and remains in the plan just as other longterm “visions” like sewer separation, bike trails, sidewalks, etc. The fact that this Council has a renewed Strategic Vision does not mean that the old items simply fall off the books. They remain there until completed.
Question #5: This was a question and a problem that I asked at the very beginning of the process, because under the former leadership of those members who are no longer on Council, that Strategic Plan was rarely referred to, except by Administration. Under my leadership, we are scheduling an annual review to see how we have done and where we are in the process of the various items we hope to achieve over our four years in office. Oddly enough, when I reviewed the old Strategic Plan, prior to going on this most recent Retreat, I was pleasantly surprised at how many of the items we had actually completed, were part way through, or had at least started. It is just unfortunate that the former Council leadership did not see an annual review of the same as a priority. That is an oversight this Mayor will not allow to happen.
The Retreat was held starting at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday and was supposed to end at 8:00 p.m., but all those participating did so until roughly 10:00 p.m. at night. There was a little social time after that but since we started at 8:00 a.m. the next morning, everyone headed off to bed. Thursday began bright and early and again, while it was scheduled to end at 8:00 p.m., we carried on our discussion in an informal session until 10:00 p.m. Friday wound up the whole event by lunchtime. To save, we all carpooled so (Continued on Page 12
Mike Ferguson to run for liberal nomination in Chatham-Kent-Essex
Mike Ferguson
MPP Pat Hoy’s righthand man, Mike Ferguson, is using the lessons learned over a quarter of a century working with all levels of government as he runs for the provincial Liberal nomination in Chatham-KentEssex.
“I am ready to put my 25 years of experience working with federal, provincial and municipal governments, community groups, small business, students, teachers,
farmers, health care workers, individuals and families, to work on behalf of all the people of ChathamKent and Leamington,” said Ferguson. “Having run in the riding of Chatham-Kent during the 1995 provincial election, coming up short by 500 votes, I learned much in the ‘school of hard knocks.’ Politics is not easy, and it’s not about ribbon-cuttings and speeches. It’s hard work.”
“My ancestors started the family farm in Chatham Township in 1869, so my roots run deep, and firsthand experience working with local people on their concerns, no matter how big or small, from finding a job, help with disability benefits, to playing a key staff role in gaining the Greenfield Ethanol Plant in Chatham, I believe I am ready to run again,” said Ferguson.
“A person can read all
they want about political science in a textbook,” Ferguson added, “but it pales in comparison to the experience I have gained, working sideby-side with some of the best representatives this region has ever had: MPP Maurice Bossy (1986-88), MP Rex Crawford (1988-97), MP Rose-Marie Ur (97-01) and MPP Pat Hoy (2001-now). Over a quarter-century, they have taught me more than any book or school.”
Ferguson is an in-school mentor with Chatham-Kent Big Brothers, a member of Friends of Rondeau, and a past Chatham Kiwanis Club member. Ferguson’s immediate goal is to sell memberships in the Chatham-Kent-Essex Provincial Liberal Association, so people can vote at the yet to be scheduled nomination meeting. Email contact is mikeferguson2011@ hotmail.com.
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Leamington Br. 84 Legion news
By
Lisa Cowen-Tehonchuk
Come on down to the Branch and enjoy the fun. Every week there is Friday night darts starting at 8 p.m., and on Saturdays there is the meat draw, 50/50 draw and weekly draw. Beginning June 1 there will be beer specials on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Starting June 4 will be Chase the Ace. You have to come on down to the Branch to find out what it is.
Wednesday, June 8 is the annual Strawberry Social for the seniors dinner. $3.50 for strawberry dessert and dance. There will be barbecued hamburgers or sausages for $3.50, or you can get both for $6.00. What a deal! Come and enjoy Gord Ciliska’s wonderful music.
On Friday, May 20 the winners of darts were Craig Tehonchuk and Betty Fitzpatrick. In 2nd were Barb Schmidt and Brenda Wallace.
On June 11 the Sports Officer, Tim, is holding a Dart Tournament. Draw for partners. Cost is $5.
The next General Meeting is June 1 at 7 p.m. Zone Commander Gayle Brown will be present for the installation of the new Executive. Looking forward to seeing all members there. The next Executive Meeting is June 15 at 7 p.m.
The witching hour walk
If I had a nickel for every over-used cliché, I’d be rich on this one: “You’re only as young as you feel.” Really?… Really? There seems to be a bit of an ongoing dispute with my body in that regard. My head and heart have me believing that I’m still a young pup. Therefore, I continue to jog around the neighbourhood, lift a few weights and swing my golf club as if I was 15. However, the morning after, and despite some Advil with my orange juice, I’m reminded that I’m all of 51 years old with tennis elbow, sciatica and an odd sharp pain in my left foot.
Getting older sucks in many ways. I just had my birthday this past week. For me, birthdays – at least the last few – have forced me to reflect, ruminate a bit and wonder where all that time went.
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I do remind myself now and again that Mr. Hockey, Gordie Howe, played his last NHL season at age 52. It is how Howe did that that is especially amazing. He was a tough player and his 30 plus years of continuous physical punishment will only add to his legend. There are a number of other remarkable men and women, in sports or seen jogging down my street and on the stationary bikes at the local YMCA. Note the common denominator: physical activity.
One of the fortunate aspects of my marital misfortune is that I got custody of two dogs. Mickey’s an aging Shih-tzu who seems to have become the canine version of Benjamin Buttons. The other is considerable larger hound, a 5-year-old yellow lab named Boomer. Both dogs love going for walks and this is especially so for the lab, who has boundless energy. Mention the word “walk” or put on your running shoes and he begins to spin around and around like a bird-feeding station in a windstorm.
Guaranteed, I’m good for a half hour or longer stroll every night, and not sleet nor rain nor driving snow prevents me from walking Boomer and Mickey. They will cry and beg me endlessly until I cave, slap on the runners, reach for the poop bags and head for the door Even when I’m on the road sans dogs, I will find myself getting itchy for a late-night walk. Depending on what I’m doing that evening, I could be out on the street or walking around the hotel lobby at stupid o’clock. This was the case in Toronto this past Saturday night (early Sunday morning). My gal pal Ellie and I had just arrived back from a fundraising train trip at the Stratford Theatre. It had to be well after midnight. After watching a bit of SNL and changing out of my tuxedo and into some casual wear, I hit Front Street at 1:30 a.m. Not surprisingly, there was still plenty going on in the streets of the big city at that hour. Cabbies were whizzing by, bar patrons were stumblin’ outside for a smoke, street meat vendors were serving up sausage on a bun to the many night creatures, and of course the musical score was the not-so-distant sound of sirens and horns. Ah, the serenity of city dwelling.
It is, of course, a much, much different experience when “I go walking after midnight, in the moonlight” in the small town where I now reside. At two in morning, at least in my neighbourhood, you can hear a fly fart.
I find that my late-night walk helps me to clear my mind before I rest my head on the pillow. I find it relaxing. I don’t like going to bed feeling restless and tense. I also have to face the bathroom scales each morning. The exercise of walking a half hour or more has to burn a few of the calories that I ingested during the day.
Perhaps the greatest benefit of late night strolling is the elimination of having to listen to my yellow lab begging and whimpering or clicking his nails on the hardwood as he spins around and around trying to get my attention. I oughta try this method to get the attention of my lady late at night. I’m referring to the spinning around and clicking my toenails on the floor part. I’ve got the begging and whimpering part down cold. Just kidding… I don’t whimper… anymore.
If you have trouble getting to sleep or wish to be a bit fitter, try the late-night walk. If nothing else, it will prevent you from filling your face with snacks while watching mindless television. I suppose you’d now like me to “take a hike”.
That’s sounds like a wonderful idea.
Offered at 4 schools in Leamington & Kingsville. Ages 18 months - 12 years 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Subsidy available. For details call 519-733-8202 www.discoverychildcareschools.com
Donations Help Support Families and Community
The Pelee Days Inn recognized charities and organizations on May 24 by presenting $3000 in gift certificates to help with their efforts to support families and the community. Recipients of $1000 gift certificates were Leamington District Memorial Hospital (LDMH), Toys 4 Tots and Community Living Essex County. The donations will help further these organizations and all the hard work they do for the community. Pictured from left to right are: Denise Gaffan, Manager, Pelee Days Inn; Tony DeSantis, Community Relations and Resource Development, Community Living Essex County; Nilesh Trivedi, General Manager, Pelee Days Inn; Ross Barnwell, Director of Development, LDMH; and Lorne Bradt, Chairperson, Toys 4 Tots.
Lace Up Leamington!
It’s a 45-minute before work walk that is guaranteed to energize you for the entire day.
The most recent in Motion program organized by the Leamington Recreation Department is Lace Up Leamington, which is a leisurely walk on the new Leamington trail system and through uptown Leamington. Councillor Hilda MacDonald and Deputy Mayor Charlie Wright will lead the walks every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m. Walkers meet at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex parking lot and the walk begins on trail, through uptown and back to the Complex.
The free summer walking program began on Tuesday, May 24 and runs until Friday, September 2. Not only has the program caught on locally, but it has also garnered national attention from CBC’s “Live Right now” campaign. If you want to get involved go to www.cbc.ca/liverightnow/group. html?id=706. On this website you can register how much weight you wish to lose through the program or just participate and enjoy the health benefits of getting active.
Enjoy an early morning walk on Leamington’s trails
The Lace Up Leamington group will be featured on a future segment of Live Right now on CBC.
“It’s a great way to showcase our trails... It’s geared well for those working in an office or who sit all day. It’s a great start to your day,” said Recreation Marketing and Special Event Coordinator Brenda Fischer.
“As CBC Toronto was reading through our Recreation website they were intrigued by our Rock ‘n Swim program and thought it was a very novel and unique idea,” said Fischer. Fischer said all participants need to do is show up to participate, but it’s recommended that you go online to add your name to the Leamington group. “We’re looking for new people. We’re a small group, and looking for more... and we leave on time, so be there at 6:30 a.m. sharp,” said Fischer.
Mayor answers concerns
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no mileage was paid out to anyone. As well, because it is off-season for the Bayfield Inn, our rates were about ½ the regular prices and breakfast, lunch and dinner were included at a discounted rate since we were their only customers. All of Council and Administration participated fully and seriously in this Retreat and from the comments I have received from all who were there, proved to me that having it at the beginning of our term was highly successful.
I hope you will take the time to visit the Town Hall and review the complete Strategic Plan and ask questions of staff in that regard. As well, I hope you will take the time to send me the details of your situation regarding “junk” and your run-around. And if you have further questions regarding our Strategic Vision, please do not hesitate to contact me.
In response to the financial questions, here are the costs: The Facilitator: $12,000.00 which included 2 days of pre-consultation in Leamington and held with each member of Council and Administration; 3 days attendance at the Retreat itself; creation and production of the final Strategic Plan report; and her overnight accommodations to present the same at the Leamington Council meeting. This is the same Facilitator as was used with the previous Council at its Strategic retreat in 2007. On a personal note, she is an excellent Facilitator and is well respected in her community and by this Mayor and Council. She was able to keep us all on track and draw answers out of each of us and then put it all together for the final results.
Lodging and food at the Bayfield Inn plus car rentals: $ 7,000.00. These amounts are similar to what we paid in 2007 and the years preceding that session. The outcome of the Strategic Retreat gives Council and Administration the direction on how it will spend its tax dollars on projects and infrastructure over the term of Council which will amount to roughly $200 million dollars. The Strategic Retreat is held once in a four-year term and I see the $19,000.00 expense as money well spent considering the size of expenditures we will have.
I trust this information will suffice, but again, I invite any further questions regarding the same.
Yours truly, Mayor John Paterson Municipality of Leamington
Leamington VIP students win Essex County OPP contest
For the 14th consecutive year, the Essex County OPP hosted a VIP student contest. The Values, Influence and Peers (VIP) program is available in all Ontario elementary schools to remind students about peer pressure, shoplifting, vandalism and other crimes committed by young offenders. The program is used to inform students in grade 6, the age group when this type of behavior begins to emerge with adolescent rebellion.
In addition to keeping children away from crime, the VIP program also touches on the subject of recreational drugs and their lethal effects, and aims to teach that drugs are not “cool”. The program was established in 1982 as a preventative measure and not as a scare tactic.
The VIP program is taught by OPP Community Police Officers. The Essex County OPP has five full-time community services officers that participate in area schools and communities. Leamington’s Community Police Officer is Constable Kevin O’Neil.
The VIP students were encouraged to submit a contest entry in the form of a poem or short story, which outlined what he or she learned in VIP or the effect it had on them. Five winners were selected by the OPP Community Police Officers based on originality and pertinence to the VIP program.
On Thursday, May 19 the winning VIP students were treated to their own personal police officer, which included a complimentary ride in the police cruiser. Two Leamington students, Haley Ferrari and Tarren Giroux-Mifsud, both from Mill Street Public School, were the winners locally. Haley and Tarren were escorted to Devonshire Mall by Constable O’Neil for a tour of the displays for Police Week. They were also given an OPP VIP t-shirt and treated to lunch before returning home.
Other winners were Mitchell McGregor of St. John’s de Brebeuf in Kingsville, and Lexie Farrer and Samantha Keegan from AV Graham Public School in Tecumseh.
The following are the winning submissions from grade 6 students Haley Fer-
rari and Tarren Giroux-Mifsud.
Shoplifting
By Haley Ferrari
Shoplifting is bad because when you take something that is not yours and you walk out of the store you are considered a criminal, even if it’s worth one dollar you shouldn’t shoplift. People shoplift because they will think it’s cool, fun and maybe even amusing too. People can get addicted to it and might want to do it more and more as time goes on.
Let’s say that your friend walks up to you and says, “Hey, do you want to go shoplifting?” and you say no. Your friend will probably call you names like chicken and more, and you may finally give in because of peer pressure and you could get yourself in a lot of trouble with the law. If the store has a security camera you also could get caught by the security guards.
Every time a person comes into a store and shoplifts the prices go UP and you and your parents have to pay more just to pay the store back for the loss of money because of people that shoplift.
This is something that other people would say to get out of trouble…
• It was their idea not mine.
• They dragged me into it.
• They made me their lookout.
• If I wasn’t their lookout they were going to beat me up.
• They did it.
What would I say if I got caught…
• It was wrong and I learned my lesson.
• I will never do it again.
• It was wrong for what I did.
• I will apologize to the storeowner or owners.
• I will give everything back that I took.
• I will not listen to my friend if I know that he/she is a shoplifter.
What would I do if I saw somebody shoplift…
• If I saw somebody shoplift I would go call 911.
• I would also let the cashier know about the shoplifter and what they look like too. Tell them (cashier) which way they went.
* * * * * *
Vandalism
By Tarren Giroux-Mifsud Vandalism
is damaging or destroying someone else’s property. Like when someone burnt down our playground. A lot of students lost something they loved. Also it cost a lot of money to get it removed and that money we don’t have. We don’t have enough money to buy a new one so now we don’t have a playground to play on.
Some of the bad things about vandalism is it cost money to repair and the people who have to pay didn’t do it. Say someone damaged your house, you have to hire repair people which cost a lot so they won’t have money for important things like food or clothes.
If I got caught I’d accept the consequences of my actions. Well first I’d probably deny it but then I’d go to jail. I’d also feel bad for the person I did it to because to repair it’s money coming out of their own pocket.
If I saw someone vandalizing I would call the cops on my cell phone. If I didn’t have a cell phone on me I’d go to the nearest house and call. VANDALISM IS SERIOUS. DON’T DO IT OR YOU WILL BE ARRESTED.
Five area students, including two from Leamington, won the Essex County OPP Values, Influence and Peers program (VIP) contest. The students who submitted the winning entries are pictured above, along with the Community Police Officers from their area. Front row, left to right: Tarren Giroux-Mifsud and Haley Ferrari from Mill Street P.S. in Leamington, Samantha Keegan and Lexie Farrer from AV Graham P.S. in Tecumseh, and Mitchell McGregor from St. John’s de Brebeuf in Kingsville. Back row: Constable Shawna Coulter, Tecumseh; Constable Silvano Bertoni, Kingsville; Constable Joe Meloche, Essex; Constable Kevin O’Neil, Leamington.
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
TUESDAYS - Epilepsy Support group meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month, 10:00 a.m.12:00 noon, at the Windsor United Way office, 300 Giles Blvd. E., Windsor. New members welcome. Info: Windsor/Essex Epilepsy Support Centre, 519890-6614, epilepsywindsor@epilepsysupport.ca or visit the website at www.epilepsysupport.ca.
WEDNESDAYS - Are you looking for food and fellowship? Join us, no charge, at St. John’s Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Call 519-326-3111 for more information.
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS ARE NEEDED to transport people in Essex County and Chatham-Kent for dialysis treatments. Reimbursement of mileage is at .40 cents per km driven. We are in need of volunteer drivers to provide these essential appointments. To volunteer call 519-728-1435, long distance 1-855728-1433, or visit us at 499 Notre Dame St., Belle River.
MONDAYS TO THURSDAYS - The Teen Health Centre is currently running an after school program at Mill Street Public School from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. The program is open to grades 5 to 8. Students from any school are welcome. The program is free and provides participants with a snack after school and many different activities.
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 info 519-689-7228.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1 - Do you like cake? Join us for a birthday celebration as the “Big Tomato” turns 50 . We will be there from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. with local dignitaries, Stewie the Tomato, and lots and lots of the famous Heinz Ketchup Cake!
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Broasted Chicken Dinner at Leamington United Church, 9 John St., 4:007:00 p.m. Advance tickets only (until May 31), 519326-9461. Adults $14; children 6-12 years $6; children 5 and under free.
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Rediscover Your Bike 2011 - Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Leamington, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. FREE event! There will be a bike rodeo for kids, helmet giveaways and fittings, healthy snacks, bike safety checks, interactive demonstrations, and a guided Share the Road ride.
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Walk, Rock ‘n Roll featuring Dale Butler and the Friends of Last Friday Coffee House. A walkathon, BBQ and concert to benefit South Essex Community Council’s Adult Day Program & Foot Care Clinic. At Leamington Municipal Marina. 9:00 a.m. walk registration; 10:00 a.m. walk begins; 12:00 noon bbq & concert. For more info call SECC at 519-326-8629 or visit www.secc.on.ca.
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - Support group meetings for Multiple Myeloma patients and caregivers are held bi-monthly on Saturdays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Hospice of Windsor & Essex County, 6038 Empress St. (off Jefferson). For more info call JoAnn 519326-1271, jcartlidge@hotmail.com; or Darlene 519978-1540, darlenegerard@hotmail.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - the Essex County Purple Martin Society will meet at Orchard View Golf Course, 1357 County Rd. 34 (old #3 Hwy.) at 9:00 a.m., upstairs meeting room. Call 519-776-5777 or email martinman@hotmail.com for more info.
SATURDAY, JUNE 4 - 4:30 - 7:00 pm – Fish Fry
Perch Dinner at Trinity, New California, 1005 Road 2 West, Kingsville. Advance ticket preferred. Adults $15; children $7.50; children under 5 free. Call 519733-5589. All are welcome!
MONDAY, JUNE 6 - Relay for Life Fundraiser 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Team ‘Better Butts’ pasta dinner at Kingsville Pavilion. For tickets contact Sarah 519733-9793.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 - Migrant Worker Community Program 6:30 p.m., Princess Centre, 33 Princess Street, 3rd Floor Board Room, Leamington.
THURSDAY, JUNE 9 - The Sun Parlour Pipes and Drums are hosting a free concert at 7:00 p.m. at the Leamington Marina. Bring the family and enjoy the sounds of the bagpipes and marvel at the skillful and talented highland dancing. Bring lawnchairs.
SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - Speqtra Pig Roast & Hoedown at Leamington Marina, 6:00 p.m. Tickets: 519-322-2463.
SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Tea and Quilt Display at Trinity United Church, New California, 1005 Road 2 West,Kingsville. Admission $5. View our 104 year old church and our display of old and new quilts. Refreshments included. Proceeds to church renovations. Bonnie 519-7332590, office 519-326-3138
SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - 4:30 - 7:00 pm - Broasted Chicken Dinner at Olinda-Ruthven, 1907 Queen Blvd, Ruthven. Adults $14, children $7, children under 5 free. Take-out available. Call 519-326-3138 or 519-326-4570.
MONDAY, JUNE 13 - The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee - LAERC will be having their meetings on the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm. at Knox Presbyterian Church. For further information please contact Carolyn Reid at 519-326-6776.
MONDAY, JUNE 13 - Leamington Christian Women’s After 5 Club invites you to Guest Night at 6:30 p.m. at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. $14 per person. Speaker - Roger Bassett “Searching for Your Dream Home”. Special feature - interview with Joe Colasanti. Music by Rev. Richard Smith. Reservations necessary, call Sharon 519-326-0421 or Darlene 519-733-5595.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 - CAW Retirees are invited to the 9th Annual Health and Wellness Day from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Caboto Club in Windsor. This free event will include special guest speakers, on-the-spot health screenings and a light breakfast.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 15 - There will be a Community CPR course at Leamington District Memorial Hospital (Education Conference Room) from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. This class is for teenagers who need CPR for summer jobs or school or those who are interested in CPR for personal reasons. It will involve infant, child and adult CPR and choking. $40 per person or $35 per student. Includes wallet certificate. If interested in this class contact Angele Stammler at astammler@ldmh.org.
SATURDAY, JULY 30 & SUNDAY, JULY 31 - Sun Parlour Rodeo, 6:00 p.m. both nights. Rawhide Rodeo Company will be coming back into town for their 10th annual performance. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Windsor Essex Care For Kids Foundation. The event will take place at Easy Walking Stables, 1835 County Rd. 18, Kingsville. Full details about the event can be found at www.sunparlourrodeo.com.
Brett and Jackie Ferriss, of Essex, are the loving parents of two beautiful children, Abigail and Logan. One morning Logan was running a fever and Jackie thought her son, who had just celebrated his first birthday, was cutting teeth or reacting to his first-year shots, and that he would be okay in a couple of days. That was not the case.
“Two weeks after his first birthday, Logan was diagnosed with A.L.L. – Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia – the most common type of childhood cancer,” said Jackie. “He had a fever for about a week and he was just lying around like an infant who was sick. The hospital did a blood test and admitted us for a blood transfusion – in total we have had 4 transfusions in the first month and we have spent 6 weeks in the hospital, most of the time in London away from Abigail.”
“Logan has had bone marrow tests, lumbar punctures, ultra sounds, X-rays, a feeding tube, a blood clot, a picc line and a portacath in his chest,” added Jackie. “So many picks and pokes and so much more, and yet he still will smile and laugh. Logan has just begun a lifelong journey. We will have intense treatments for the next 8 months to a year. In total his treatment plan is 3½ years long.”
Jackie and Brett must travel back and forth to London numerous times. As we know all too well, gas is outrageous, not to mention the hotel and food bills. Jackie has just come off of maternity leave and unfortunately cannot collect unemployment. They still have their everyday bills and a mortgage on top of all of these necessary added expenses. To help the young family offset expenses, Jamie and Michelle McDermott are hosting a big yard sale and barbecue June 4. 100% of the funds raised will be donated to the Ferriss’s. Donations of items and/or volunteer time for the yard sale, money or a gas card would be very welcome. The yard sale is this Saturday at 172 Delmer Cr. in Cottam. For more information contact Michelle McDermott at 519-999-2505.
Logan Ferriss
Author Marina Cohen visits Mount CarmelBlytheswood P.S.
Canadian author Marina Cohen visited Mount CarmelBlytheswood Public School on Friday, May 20 for a special presentation with the students in grades 5-8, who an enjoyed interactive sessions in the library with the author. The grade 5s and 6s have been reading Shadow of the Moon and the grade 7s and 8s have read Ghost Ride.
Marina Cohen hails from Scarborough and teaches with the York Region District School Board. She writes non-fiction (science and math) and fiction. Her novels are perfect for the junior and intermediate audience and have a very current appeal. Marina’s latest novel, published this spring is, Mind Gap.
LDSS performers to take stage at
Two Creeks
Leamington District Secondary School’s senior and intermediate orchestras, percussion ensemble and choir will kick off the annual Two Creeks Summer Concert Series June 5.
The musicians, who have performed outside the Grand Ole Opry as well as in Boston, Chicago and elsewhere, are conducted by Dean Valentino and Patti Hopper.
“This will be my final performance with Leamington,” said Valentino, who is moving to Sandwich Secondary School in Windsor after 10 years at LDSS. “We’re all looking forward to playing at Two Creeks.”
There will be about 80 performers spread across the orchestras, ensemble and choir. Don’t expect much in the way of classical music like Bach and Beethoven – Valentino likes to keep things more modern and more interesting for the performers.
“It’ll be brassy and bold,” he said. “There won’t be many ballads. We stay away from traditional orchestral pieces because we like to challenge the students. There is some really good material, some of it written with the help of the students.”
Much of the orchestra’s repertoire was created by noted contemporary composer Robert W. Smith, while the choir will sing selections from musicals like Phantom of the Opera.
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, email info@twocreeks.ca or call 519-324-6988.
One km North of Downtown Wheatley All Concerts Are Sunday at 6:30 pm
June 5 - LDSS Bands & Chorus Be prepared to be entertained!
June 12 - Jody Raffoul Trio
Working-class pop rock singer/songwriter.
June 19 - Tannis Slimmon Duo Canadian Folk Music Award Vocalist of the Year (2008) June 26 - 3 Kool Katz Infectious classic rock.
Food and Beverages provided by Wheatley Scouts. Bring your household dead batteries for recycling See www.twocreeks.ca for links to performers and more or call Rick 519-324-6988
Author Marina Cohen was a special visitor at Mount Carmel-Blytheswood P.S. on May 20.
The grade 5-8 students at MCB enjoyed the interactive sessions with author Marina Cohen.
One year
Approximately 70-80 volunteers worked for six days straight to reopen the course on Friday, June 11.
With $2 million from the federal government and the municipality’s insurance coverage, work is almost complete at the
The streets in and around Cherry Lane were filled with cars surveying the damage.
One year later... traffic and most homes are restored to normal.
Erie Shores Golf Course had a lot of trees and branches down, but minimal damage to the greens and course.
Shoeless Joe’s and other businesses, like Great Canadian Oil Change were damaged.
Leamington Marina sustained damage to all of its floating and permanent docks.
marina.
One year later, businesses are repaired and open for business.
Southpoint Sun staff have fun Just
A Tale of Wine Making At Just Cork It
The staff of the Leamington Southpoint Sun recently made two batches of wine at Just Cork It. After waiting the four to six weeks for fermentation, we were able to have a “bottling party”.
We made arrangements with Just Cork It owner Ray Bezaire to bottle, cork and label our wine one night after work. Each batch has 30 bottles of wine. The first batch was a Cheeky Monkey Italian Valpolicella, pronounced “Valhpoe-lee-CHELL-ah”. And the best part – we got to tastetest it along with a nice meat and cheese tray that Melissa brought.
The second batch was a Cheeky Monkey Cabernet Sauvignon, pronounced “CAB-er-nay SEW-ving-NYON”. Wine batches, depending on the concentration and brand retail for between $85 and $185, plus taxes (plus $30 if you don’t have your own bottles). They also have lots of white wines and fruit wines to chose from (we just preferred reds).
“It was a fun time with co-workers and didn’t take longer than an hour or so to do two batches. It was a fun time,” said Southpoint Sun publisher Jim Heyens.
Bezaire welcomes anyone and everyone (19 years or older) who wishes to have a little bottling taste-testing fun. For more information, drop by Just Cork It at 24 Seacliff Drive E. or phone Bezaire at 519-326-0223.
Melissa McCarty learns how to cork it from owner Ray Bezaire.
Jim Heyens, Nick Cervini and Shannon Matheson bottling the wine.
Catholic Women’s League of St. Michael’s Celebrates
60 Years
The Catholic Women’s League of St. Michael’s Parish in Leamington recently celebrated their 60th Anniversary. It began with a Mass at St. Joseph’s Church and then proceeded to the Roma Club for a meal and program. A former pastor of St. Michael’s, Father Clare Coleman, delivered an inspirational and meaningful speech to the 260 people in attendance. Also present were current and past priests from the parish. In addition, several Past Presidents were able to attend, including Mrs. Clare Wood, who was League President from 1963 to 1965. Pictured above, standing from left to right, are: Henriette Alaers, Doreen Verkeyn, Lois Bechard, Jean Ingratta, Josephine DeGoey, Barbara Graham, Pat Rivest, Mary Lapos, Gerry Gelderland and Irene Darowski. Seated from left to right: Barb Quenneville (current President), Delores Williams, Madeline Bailey and Clare Wood.
Essex County Roads Remained Safe Victoria Day Weekend
Canada Road Safety Week ran from May 16 to May 22 and included the Victoria Day long weekend. Here are the Essex County OPP results:
• Impaired Charges - 7
• Warn Range Suspensions - 10
• 90-Day Administrative License Suspensions - 2
• Fail to Yield Charges - 10
• Careless Driving Charges - 5
• Speeding Charges - 198
• Racing Charges - 1
• Seatbelt Charges - 10
• RIDE Program Hours - 42
• Vehicles Checked at RIDE - 3,246
• Distracted Driving Charges - 14
Provincially, over the long weekend OPP officers laid a total of 6,361 driving related charges: 1,607 for distracted driving, 5,351 for speeding, 641 seatbelt charges and 128 were alcohol related charges.
RIDE programs across the province resulted in over 153,000 vehicles being checked with 148 additional drivers being charged for alcohol related criminal driving offences. RIDE programs also resulted in 166 licence suspensions for WARN results on the Alcotest; 85 ninety-day administrative drivers licence suspensions; 6,906 speeding charges; 1,112 seatbelt charges; and 533 aggressive driving related charges.
Tecumseh Teenager Succumbs To Injuries
On Friday, May 27 at approximately 10:00 p.m., five teenage boys were playing football at a residence in Tecumseh. An 18-year-old Tecumseh teenager jumped on the hood of his vehicle as a friend was sitting in the driver’s seat. The vehicle was then driven at a very slow speed with the teen laying on the hood. The teen jumped off the hood and landed on his feet, but the momentum caused him to fall to the pavement where he struck his head on the cement curb causing a critical head injury. The teen was transported by paramedics to Hotel Dieu Hospital in Windsor, where he was listed in critical condition. On Sunday, May 29 he died due to the injuries sustained by the fall.
Members of the Tecumseh Ontario Provincial Police, the Essex County Crime Unit and the Technical Traffic Collision Investigation Unit attended the scene. The incident is still under investigation.
It seems like we find out new things are bad for us all of the time, and the news often seems contradictory. Alcohol is bad for us, but a little bit of red wine might be good for some people. Fried fish is bad, but take the oil out of fish and put it in a capsule and it is good for the cholesterol. Sun exposure can cause skin cancer, but is absolutely necessary for vitamin D production and, as it turns out, for normal brain functioning.
I am not convinced that my brain is functioning at full capacity. The dark, dreary days we have been experiencing have wreaked havoc on my serotonin levels, leaving me feeling sluggish. The winter months drag on long enough without the addition of another couple of dark, cloudy months to the tail end. Here we are heading into the first of June, and with the lush leaf coverage on the trees and the sunless skies our home is unseasonably dark.
Finally this past weekend, I enjoyed soaking up some sunlight by the pool with some friends. We remarked on how wonderful the warmth and brightness felt on our bodies and our minds. Unfortunately, the clouds rolled in with a cool breeze and yet again more moisture.
Figuring that our Vitamin D opportunity was over, we balanced out our morning’s fish oil capsule with a fish dinner up at the Wheatley Legion. Growing up in our area meant learning to eat and love Lake Erie perch and pickerel. The yummy meal brightened our day once again and satisfied our bellies.
• Strong academics, small class sizes and personal teacher attention.
• In the past 5 years, 87% of grads pursued post-secondary education.
• UMEI provides a Christian environment with opportunities for service.
• Open sports program allows for participation by all interested students.
• Students enjoy an exciting and active student life with school parties and events.
• Because UMEI is a small school, students experience greater participation in all activities.
Sunday brought a bit more much needed sunshine and I was able to mow most of the lawn that sits higher and a little drier. Later in the day, we joined friends to celebrate a 76th birthday. Another smorgasbord of food was bookended by conversation about the weather, but even the threat of tornadoes had a tough time dampening our spirits. I have heard throughout my life that there is a positive side to almost everything. If I knew that today and tomorrow were going to be as beautiful as they are, would this sunny morning be the wonderful surprise that it is? Stay positive and enjoy the fact your flowerpots haven’t needed to be watered yet, the weeds in the garden are pulling up easily and rubber boots are fashionable
Summer maintenance
Shoveling snow, staying warm and planning your spring garden gives us a sense of hazy enjoyment and accomplishment now the routine of summer maintenance chores have arrived.
During the summer, ensure you keep your garden weeded, mulched and fertilized. Check for leaves that are turning yellow and any pruning that has to happen on a once-a-week schedule. Trim the areas of your lawn that need trimming in order to create a more uniform appearance between lawn and garden. Pinch off faded or spent blooms on a weekly schedule – this keeps the garden looking tidy. I normally pinch back the flowers the first of the week then by Friday have a fresh array of blooms to enjoy on the weekend.
A regular routine of mulching and maintenance will cut back on weeds and provide a healthier root base and plant structure. Cut down faded foliage that dies off in the heat such as pansies or perennials. This will help control disease and insect/pest problems. As mentioned before, I use Sunlight soap in a hose sprayer either early in the morning or late afternoon to help control insects This also gives the plant a healthy, fresh appearance and helps the plant to breath easier from any dust or pollution build-up on the leaves.
Building an outdoor workstation in the back corner of the yard is a great idea. This way you can keep all your pots and gardening tools in one place, and at least make the neighbors think you really know what you are doing.
Speaking of efficiency, every vegetable grower needs a place within pitching distance of the compost pile for cleaning the day’s pickings. This time of the year, when the kitchen is needed for regular cooking and food preparation, do everything you can to keep dirt in the garden and out of the kitchen.
Water only as needed. Dig down into the soil to see if you need more moisture. By now the roots will have become better developed, reaching further into the soil for needed moisture. Over-watering or excess moisture will only keep the roots closer to the surface, creating a bigger problem during the heat of the summer.
Plan your shaded area for next summer. This is the best time because shaded areas can be identified easier. Mark them out or take pictures for future designs. It’s never too early to plan ahead.
Many bulb catalogs are offering summer sales and specials. Order your fall planting now. The best way to plant spring bulbs is in quantity, so allow ample space for the next spring flowers.
Take time to study your garden and be aware of any special needs that exist for one plant over another. If your plants
need shade or extra water or more sun, then relocate these plants for the remaining months or you risk losing the investment of time and money spent. Always take a little time to learn from your successes and your summer gardening disasters. A well maintained garden looks great and offers a special kind of place to sit back and enjoy.
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.
Working outdoors? Make sure you’ve had your tetanus booster!
Spring is the season when many people plan on getting their hands dirty with gardening and outdoor renovations. With the warmer weather ahead, it is easy to forget about protecting yourself against vaccine-preventable diseases such as tetanus.
What is tetanus? Most Canadians associate tetanus with rusty nails. However, tetanus is a rare but serious toxin produced by bacteria typically found in soil, dirt and dust. Infection usually occurs when an individual is exposed to the toxin through a cut or puncture. This can be as simple as a scrape from a rose bush, or can be caused by home improvement or gardening tools used outdoors or stored in areas where the supplies may be exposed to the tetanus bacteria.
Tetanus is a serious disease that affects the nervous system and leads to paralysis and potentially even death. Symptoms associated with tetanus infection include stiffness of the jaw, known as lockjaw, and severe muscle spasms which usually appear approximately 8 days after infection.
To avoid contacting tetanus, you should:
• Ensure that your immunization is up to date.
• Receive a tetanus booster every 10 years.
• Wear protective gloves, clothing and footwear while renovating and gardening around their home.
• Be mindful when using tools that can cause injury or puncture skin.
• If injured, immediately clean wounds thoroughly with warm water and soap.
Spring is the perfect time to check your immunization records and visit your physician or public health office if you are due for a tetanus booster – especially if planning home renovation or gardening projects.
Terry Shields joins senior management team at Leamington hospital
Mr. Terry Shields, CGA, is the newest addition to the Senior Manager Team at Leamington District Me-
morial Hospital. Mr. Shields accepted the position of Vice President of Corporate Services and Chief Finan-
General Meeting
cial Officer. His duties commence at the hospital on Monday, June 20.
Mr. Shields has over 20 year’s experience in finance, strategic planning, information technology and marketing in both large and small organizations. His experience includes working at Allied Domecq, Anderson Companies and most recently with the Prestressed Group of Companies.
Complementing his professional experience, he holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree, a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Windsor and is also a Certified General Accountant.
Mr. Shields will have overall responsibility for the Finance Department, Diagnostic Services, Nutrition and Food Services, Health Information Management, Materials Management and Environmental/Facilities Services.
Laboratory Staff Conducts Food Drive In Support
Of Hunger Awareness
Laboratory staff from Leamington District Memorial Hospital, along with coworkers at Windsor Regional and Hotel Dieu Grace Hospitals, held a food drive during the month of May in support of Hunger Awareness Month. Several hundred canned goods and other non-perishables were collected at LDMH alone and donated to the local food bank. The successful drive was spearheaded by Melissa Hiebert, Medical Laboratory Assistant. Pictured are LDMH Laboratory staff, from left to right: Bahia Sarkis, Chrissy Friessen, Michelle Campbell, Melissa Hiebert, Lori King, Barb Anthony, Rose Costa, Steffany Wilkins, Laura Tofflemire.
Point
Pelee
needs
volunteers to help with habitat restoration
Hand in hand with volunteers, Parks Canada is working to restore the native plant community in the Lake Erie Sand Spit Savannah – a habitat in need of help.
The Lake Erie Sand Spit Savannah supports a large number of Point Pelee National Park’s Species at Risk. Planting native species in this unique and rare habitat will provide food and shelter for many bird, butterfly, and reptile species who call this fragile place their home.
Point Pelee National Park is looking for individuals and groups interested in volunteering to plant native species on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays during the month of June from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
If you are interested in lending a helping hand for this habitat at Point Pelee, please contact the park at 519-322-2365 or pelee.info@pc.gc.ca.
On Friday, May 20, the Senior Phys-Ed class from UMEI Christian High School travelled to Pelee Island to prepare for a relay style triathlon which would be run the following day.
The students were responsible for mapping the course of the triathlon, establishing consistent lengths of each part of the race, and providing equal opportunities within each part of the race. This was no easy task for the students, who had to use odometers, landmarks, and individual strengths and preferences when establishing the route.
The students gathered Saturday morning at a common area and when the race began, one team travelled the island counterclockwise while the other team travelled clockwise. The triathlon consisted of running, biking and canoeing, and each team member participated in each section of the race.
The teams travelled the circumference of the island according to the established route, and the team consisting of Karlee Driedger, Chris Warkentin, Yolanda Zuiderveen, Nick Klassen and Jason Wall completed the course in 2 hours and 15 minutes. The team consisting of Elyse Epp, Katrina Wagner, Matt Tiessen, Brenna Epp and Sabastien Jodouin were only 9 min-
utes behind with a time of 2 hours and 24 minutes.
The students had a great time and enjoyed many experiences on the trip that will hopefully become an annual event.
and
UMEI triathlon teams compete on Pelee Island
UMEI triathletes, back row left to right, are: Nickolas Klassen, Jason Wall, Chad Bedal (teacher). Middle row: Katrina Wagner, Yolanda Zuiderveen, Karlee Driedger, Elyse Epp, Matthew Thiessen, Sabastien Jodouin, Brenna Epp. Front: Chris Warkentin.
Jason Wall
Sabastien Jodouin
Elyse Epp
Brenna Epp
Talbot Trail senior golf
On Tuesday, May 24, there were 75 senior golfers at the golf course. The golfers had to keep the carts on the cart paths as the fairways and rough still had too many wet areas. Derek and his crew are hoping that the weather cooperates soon so they can get caught up with the fast-growing grass. On Wednesday, we experienced another blast of rain and accumulated another 2+ inches of rain. We’ve had enough already with the wet stuff! As a result of the downpour, the Talbot Trail course was closed on Thursday and Friday.
Please note that play commenced at 9:00 a.m., starting Tuesday, May 31. In order for groupings to be readily made, arrive by 8:30 a.m. to sign in.
There were 24 golfers who managed to achieve 50 or less. Next week, we want you to reveal your age to Murray and company. We want the senior reporting to be more appropriate to your age. This way everyone will have the opportunity to receive recognition for their fine play.
Vic Reynaert and Bob McLean tied with commendable 41s. Jim Omstead had a good game scoring a nifty 44. Bill Rutgers, Ray la Pierre and Mike Wright shot 45s. Joe Vertel had the only 46 for the day. At 47 there were 5 golfers: Don Willan, Bill Parr, Larry Haggitt, Larry Schmidt and Neil Adamson. Five other senior golfers who merited recognition for shooting 48 were: Bill Ward, Brian Brockman, Paul Brown, Murray Knox and Garth Chadwick. Homer Vandervecht, Tom Hyatt and Tom Sasso merited 49s, while Brian Brown, Ed Woelk, Bill Derbyshire and Gerry Becigneul shot 50.
The first senior golf excursion will be to Deer Run on Thursday, June 2. Tee times will be announced on Tuesday morning.
Did you know?
Canadian CrissCross
The Arnold Palmer award is presented annually to the PGA Tour’s leading money winner.
The all-time record low score for 18 holes is 59. Three golfers have accomplished it: Al Geiberger in 1977, Chip Beck in 1991 and David Duval in 1999.
Amazing! Vijay Singh has the most wins by a player older than 40, with 22 (through 2009). Sam Snead achieved 17. Keep practicing and enjoy the day with your fellow seniors!
The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You
ANGLICAN St. John The Evangelist 60 Erie Street N., Leamington 519-326-3111
Calvary Baptist Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-326-0876
Worship 10:30 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
For the past 20 years I have been teaching golf to people who are willing to try to make a difference in their golf game, whether it be with their full swing, short game, sand play or putting skills, and if I may say so myself, have done a pretty good job in helping everyone over the years.
Lessons are obviously not everyone’s cup of tea, but let me tell you what I think on the subject. Every year golfers come out in the spring with the anticipation that their golf game might have mysteriously found its way from hacker’s delight to looking like those guys on Sunday afternoon on CBS. With all due respect, some people do improve from year to year, little by little on their own, but that’s just about it.
People come out every year to their home courses with memberships paid up in full, buy cart packages, new clubs from the local pro, bags, gloves, shoes and your food and beverage bill, which sometimes together can add up to as much as $4000 to $5000 a year. Then all I hear after 2 rounds of golf are the complaints that “my golf game sucks and I should take up lawn darts instead.” So I would ask those struggling and frustrated people if they would like a lesson to try to help out with their problems, and most of the time the response will be, “I don’t want to waste the money.” Are you kidding me? Waste the money – $30 to $40 for a lesson could change the entire outlook of their golf game by lowering handicaps, not whiffing the ball as may times as you used to, hitting it straighter, getting up and down out of a bunker, or maybe learning how to make a 6-foot putt on average. But to some, learning all that is a waste of money.
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
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
Folks, I am here to let you know that lessons do work, and not just to tell you how to hold the grip or stand the right way or even to say “quit moving your head.” Lessons are about the knowledge of a skill and the way things happen in and during the execution of that skill. In layman’s terms, there are certain skills to learn in each shot which produces the 9 swings of golf. Question: when has a student learned a skill? When they can repeat it! Once you learn these skills you can also repeat it.
The idea is that all swings have skills in them and to find out the knowledge of why and how these skills work is priceless in my mind. If I didn’t think it worked then I wouldn’t have been teaching golf all these years, and these guys on TV would be winning tournaments shooting 82 or 90. So the next time you think about how bad your game is, just remember that we are here to help –and help we can. Give your golf game a chance by learning the knowledge of the swing and it won’t even cost you thousands of dollars, but that’s just what I think.
Progs Golf League results
On Tuesday, May 24, 49 players attended the Erie Shores Progs Golf League.
Team “B” was the winning team at minus 28 and the players were Bill Ruiter, Gary Alderson, Ken Steingart, Bob Gray, Roger Cote, Steve O’Hara, Kevin Shaften, Neil Reimer, Wayne Quinn, Jim Perkes, Ron Gagne and Frank Dick.
The winner of the 1st Low Individual Score at plus 5 was Henry Hildebrandt, the winner of the 2nd Low Individual Score at plus 4 was won by Ken Luxford and the winners of 3rd Low Individual Score was tied at plus 2 by Gord Anderson, Ron Koop and Wayne Quinn.
There were 4 skins won by Gord Anderson, Barry Miller, Ron Gagne and Paul Driegder.
Rookies split with Amherstburg
The Leamington South Essex Fabricating Rookie Lakers opened their season splitting a two-game series with the Amherstburg Cardinals.
On Saturday the Lakers visited Amherstburg, defeating the Cardinals 15 to 7. The following Tuesday, Amherstburg got revenge for the season opening loss with an impressive 26 to 15 win in Leamington.
Benny Bueckert led the way for the Lakers in their victory going 4 for 4 at the plate. Eric Dominguez, Michael Wiebe, Kaleb Tiessen and Spencer Bergen had three hits each. Wiebe, a shortstop/second baseman, included a triple and three rbi’s in his totals. He also played a flawless game defensively.
“I was pleased with how we played,” said assistant coach Abe Bergen. “With all the rain and some schedule changes, we haven’t gotten on the diamond as much as we’d like, so I was very pleased with our first game.”
In a return engagement on Tuesday, Amherstburg bounced back from their season opening loss with a 26 to 15 win over Leamington. Eric Wright paced the locals with three hits. Bueckert, Russell Derbyshire, Wiebe, Adam Neufeld, Rowan Massad and Alex Jadischke all had two hits each.
“We hit the ball well, but our defense was sub par,” said head coach Dan Dominguez after the game. “If anything, we learned a couple of areas we have to work on at practise.”
SC United
U15 Boys travel to LaSalle for Kickoff Cup
Last weekend the Leamington SC United U15 Boys participated in the WADSL Kickoff Cup in LaSalle. Under wet and rainy conditions, the boys endured bad bounces all weekend. In Saturday’s opener against LaSalle Stompers, the boys played very strong and carried the play for almost the entire first half. After several good saves, some near misses and one crossbar, they conceded a goal to LaSalle midway through the second half. The boys kept pushing forward for the equalizer but ran out of time. In the second game, Austin Bento scored the first goal of the season when he broke free down the right side, went around their last defender and tucked it past the goalie in the lower corner. After holding the lead most of the game, Hellenic was awarded two second half penalty shots and they converted both to take the lead. Although the SC United team held most of the possession and created several chances to tie, they just couldn’t get the final touch into the net for the tie. The third game had them facing Harrow in rainy conditions. In their best performance of the day, they failed to convert on a penalty and the rebound in the first half. Defensively they were strong, holding Harrow to a single scoring chance in the entire game.
Chris Dias played strong in net, while Jandre Smit, Lucas Santos and Daniel DiGrandi played very well all weekend.
The U15 Boys opened their season Tuesday, May 24 at home at the Leamington soccer fields.
Erie Shores 18-hole ladies league
Finally, after being rained out three weeks in a row, the Erie Shores 18 Hole Ladies League started their season with a game of Tens. The game is played by counting ten points for a drive in the fairway or on the green, subtracting one point for each putt and recording that number for your score. If you didn’t drive the fairway or hit the green, your score would be a negative number for that hole.
The winners were: A Flight – Tym Brannigan with a score of +96; B Flight – Anne Badz with a score of +78; C Flight – Dorothy Mastronardi with a score of +66; and D Flight – Louise Gagne with a score of +76.
There were also three ladies with chip in’s: Lieta Vines on holes #10 and 6; Emily Oldenberg on hole #10; and Dorothy Mastronardi on hole #2.
Grass cutting tip
How you cut your lawn will have more effect on its health than anything else. Here is a tip on proper lawn mowing technique that will greatly enhance the health of your lawn: change your pattern. This is something that many people don’t think of. Try not to cut your lawn in the same pattern each time. Altering the mowing pattern encourages even growth and prevents ruts from building in your turf.
• If you're bored with doing the same workout all the time, if you're struggling to lose those last few pounds, or you're ready to increase to a new level of fitness, crosstraining may be just the answer you’re looking for to help you meet your fitness goals!
• With cross-training, you choose to alternate two or more types of activity during the week. For example, you might swim on Monday and Wednesday, and then do freeweights or a cardio machine routine on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Or on an alternating day you can join one of 50 fitness classes offered each week. The Complex has so much diversity. Simply pick different activities that you enjoy and incorporate them into your exercise plan!
• Focus on working your muscles from the inside out, strengthening the inner core abdominal and back muscles and then work your way outward to the six-pack muscles. Keep your body and your muscles guessing what’s coming next in order to see faster results!
• Annual student memberships are very affordable and very popular among the teenage student crowd!
Rediscover Your Bike! The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit invites everyone to the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex parking lot on June 4 from 9 a.m.-12 noon. FREE for all ages. Take part in bike safety checks, helmet fitting and safety, a Share the Road ride led by Tom and Sue Omstead, a Bike Rodeo for kids, and even free healthy food stations! Let’s keep our area roadways and bicyclists safe this spring and summer! Enter to WIN A BIKE donated by the Kingsville Optimist Club and many more prizes!
Youth Triathlon Camp the weekend of June 3, 4 and 5. Just a few spots still available. Register your children ages 6-11 years to learn all about triathlons and then register them for the Kids of Steel at the upcoming Leamington Triathlon Weekend June 19.
Check out the Complex Summer Activity Guide. Registration for the upcoming summer programs runs from June 6-26.
It’s always more fun to work out with others… so come join the growing numbers of people who are working out at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.
On June 18-19, the Leamington Triathlon Committee will host its 15th annual Leamington Triathlon Weekend. The committee is excited to be hosting this event featuring this fast growing sport. The group is committed to encouraging participation and promoting fitness to people of all ages.
exciting sport. That same day, following the KOS races, is the Adult Try-a-Tri and Do-a-Du. This event offers adults the opportunity to attempt their first triathlon or duathlon at a shorter distance with low-key competition.
consistent comment from participants over the years has been about the significant number of friendly and supportive spectators and volunteers at the event. The public is encouraged to come out, be inspired, cheer on the athletes and enjoy the excitement of the weekend.
Baron’s pitcher Ben Moore had four strikeouts in Saturday’’s loss to Woodslee.
Barons rebound to win doubleheader
The Leamington Barons senior men’s baseball team suffered their first loss of the season on Saturday but rebounded Sunday winning both games of a doubleheader.
Over the weekend, three races are held. The first race, the Kids of Steel (KOS) event, is held on Sat. June 18 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Centre on Sherk Street and allows young athletes, ages 3-16, to compete in this fun and
On Sun. June 19 the Tomatoman Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon, based at the end of Erie Street South (Leamington Waterfront Promenade), invites athletes to compete in the ‘real thing’.
A unique feature of the race weekend is the School Challenge – a competition amongst schools designed to encourage participation by students, teachers and principals thereby fostering school spirit.
Last year, there were 442 athletes participate in the two-day event. This year, those numbers are expected to increase as Leamington has been designated by the Ontario Association of Triathletes to host the Ontario Sprint Triathlon Championships for the 2011 and 2012 racing seasons. Along with the championships, the Leamington event has been selected as an age group qualifier for the 2010 World Sprint Championships. This event is a unique way to showcase Leamington. One
Baron’s catcher Ryan Sellon makes contact against Woodslee. Sellon had 2 RBIs against Harrow on Sunday.
The Barons dropped a 5-3 decision on Saturday in a game that was originally to be played in Woodslee but had to be moved to Leamington due to excessive rain on the Woodslee diamond. Jason Cornies and Steve O’Neil both went 2 for 3 while Brian Moore pitched all sevens innings and had four strikeouts.
On Sunday the Barons won both games against the Harrow Junior team, winning 3-1 and 4-2. In the first game, Max Saad pitched five innings for the win and Greg Mastronardi earned the save. Jeff Schauer and Chris Youssef each had two singles. Thomas Matier earned the win in the second game pitching two innings while Willy Froese had five strikeouts in five innings pitched. Ryan Sellon led the way offensively going 2 for 3 with 2 singles and 2 RBIs.
The Barons’ record stands at 3-1 and their next game will be on Wednesday, June 1st when they visit the Harrow Senior team.
(SUN file photos)
$6673 For Lung Association from Southern Footprints Marathon
On behalf of the Pelee Days Inn, Nilesh Trivedi presented the Lung Association with proceeds from the Southern Footprints Half Marathon in the amount of $5303.95. Added to this amount was a $1000 donation in gift certificates for The Lung Association to further aid to their community fundraising efforts. There was also $370 in pledges collected from various supporters and participants for a total of $6673.95. The presentation was made Tuesday, May 24. Pictured from left to right: Nilesh Trivedi, General Manager, Pelee Days Inn; Denise Gaffan, Manager, Pelee Days Inn; Gloria Fiacco, Volunteer and Fund Development Coordinator, The Lung Association; Dave Campbell, Race Director, Southern Footprints Half Marathon. Special thanks to sponsors, organizers, the emergency crew, volunteers and participants. (SUN Photo)
Walk, Rock ‘n’ Roll this Saturday
SECC, in partnership with Dale Butler & Friends, is hosting their annual Walk, Rock n’ Roll Walkathon on Saturday June 4.
Come enjoy a morning of walking, music, food and prizes at Leamington’s beautiful marina while supporting two of SECC’s much needed seniors programs, the Adult Day Program and the Foot Care Clinic!
The concert is jam-packed with talent featuring the musical stylings of the Friends of Last Friday Coffee House: Dale Butler and Gord Harwood; Nicole Barron; Double-Double – Brett Service and David Light; Jay Richards and Chad Everaert; Dennis Wiens, Dave Koop and Barry Bergen; Billy Raffoul; Mike Beggs; Ed and Chad Everaert; Ronnie Raffoul; Kelly Authier and Charles Diab. Jody Raffoul was also slated to appear, but due to a prior commitment is unable to attend.
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fundraiser will help kids play sports
The Canadian Tire parking lot was turned into an outdoor gymnasium on Saturday for Jumpstart Day 2011, an event that raises money for the company’s non-profit program that provides financial assistance to children who cannot afford to play organized sports. All of the funds raised locally will benefit the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex and are used to cover the cost of children’s registration, transportation and equipment.
“We really want to help kids in the community,” Canadian Tire owner Marian Richard said. “There are many kids who can’t play sports due to lack of money and this will definitely help.”
Funds were raised through a car wash, barbecue, raffle and activities including baseball, basketball, soccer and hockey. There were also demonstrations by members of the Leamington S.C. United Boys Under 12 and Under 13 soccer teams, members of the GKK Karate Club and Leamington Flyers hockey players.
The total amount raised will be determined this week and the Canadian Tire corporation will donate an additional $2 for every $1 raised. More than 900 Leamington area children have benefitted from the Jumpstart program since 2005.
Saturday’s Jumpstart Day was held at Canadian Tire stores across Canada. The Leamington store has always participated in past years with an in-store display; however, this was the first year they have held an event this size.
Marco Haifa and Bryan Robinson
Canadian Tire employee Tara Harfmann and Mia Raffoul
