Arts @ the Marina celebrating 20 years!
This July long weekend will mark the 20th anniversary of Arts @ the Marina in Leamington.
Arts @ the Marina is a widely acclaimed Art Show that features the sale of work from over 70 very talented local and regional artists and artisans. Held at the Leamington Marina, this outdoor event will take place on Saturday, June 30 and Sunday, July 1. Admission is free.
Fireworks July 1, Canada Day at waterfront
From left to right, Grade 8 students Krista Mallat, Monica Piorro, Mariah Gandaio, Taylor Omar and Grade 8 teacher Andrea Niven Pannunzio display a cheque for $5,000 to the Free The Children program’s Clean Water Campaign.
Queen
of Peace students’ donation of $5,000 turns into $15,000 for Free The Children
By Bryan Jessop
At Queen of Peace Catholic Elementary School, one large-scale act of kindness deserves another... and another.
The Municipality of Leamington, its mayor and town council invite all residents to celebrate Canada Day on Sunday, July 1st with a fireworks display at the Leamington waterfront. Festivities will include; fireworks with barbecue food in the upper park by the Lions Club.
Dale Butler & Friends will entertain from 8 p.m. until the sky darkens for the big light show!
As part of the Free The Children program, the 320 students of Queen of Peace raised $5,000 for the Clean Water Campaign, an initiative that ensures the students of schools in Kenya are granted the availability of clean, healthy drinking water. Upon hearing of the contribution, Free The Children ambassador and Canadian pop music star Nelly Furtado matched it with a $5,000 donation.
Afterwards, Queen of Peace learned that an application to the Big Dreamers Award — sponsored by the National Bank of Canada and Disney’s Club Penguin — had been accepted to the tune of an additional $5,000, good for a combined sum of $15,000.
“We’re just glad we were chosen,” said Queen of Peace teacher Andrea Niven Pannunzio. “We’ve applied for Big Dreamers Awards before and didn’t get them, so we were pleasantly surprised this time.”
Queen of Peace students, led by their own Grade 8s, raised the $5,000 through two years of events and programs such as the Christmas Carnivals of 2010 and 2011, hot dog sales, chocolate bunny sales and family and teacher donations. During a leadership workshop hosted by Free The Children at Queen of Peace in early May, the school made its donation of the original $5,000.
Prior to its two-year Clean Water Campaign, the local school raised $8,500 to help build a new all-girls’ school
in Kenya called Oleleshwa. Builders broke ground in March of this year and hope to have the school up and running by January of 2013. The facility was named after the Oleleshwa tree, well known in eastern Africa for its ability to thrive through severe drought conditions.
“It’s a symbol of hope,” Pannunzio said.
Queen of Peace has been involved with Free The Children for the past seven years. The school was inspired by fellow Ontario native Craig Kielburger, who founded Free The Children in his early teens after reading an article about an African youth who was killed while trying to defend the rights of his fellow children.
“It’s all about kids empowering kids — that’s why we like it so much,” Pannunzio said.
The Clean Water Campaign at the Leamington school was launched with an assembly where the key phrase was “Maji ni uhai,” which translates to “Water is life.”
The next stage for QOP students in the Free The Children program will be launched on Friday, June 29. This phase will focus on the actual education of Kenyan youths through providing school supplies and instructor training.
Although Pannunzio will be making the transition from Grade 8 teacher to Grade 1 French Immersion teacher at Queen of Peace starting in September of this year, she assured current Grade 7 students that a Christmas Carnival will continue to serve as a Free The Children fundraiser in December of this year — as it has for each of the past five years that she has taught Grade 8.
“They’re totally into it now,” she said of QOP students.
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Nothing says summer like the sizzle of a perfectly grilled steak on a hot BBQ. If you haven’t already, it’s time
At Neros, we take great pride in every steak that we prepare. There’s more to think about than if you want it rare, medium or well done. The perfect steak starts with the cut. Some of our favourite cuts are a Porterhouse and Filet Mignon.
A Porterhouse is great for those who love the succulent texture of a Striploin. One side of the bone is the Striploin and on the other side is the Tenderloin. These cuts are very different when it comes to cooking times. For example, a medium
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Guatemala Hope raises $4,600 to support “A Hand Up For
On Friday, June 15, 150 supporters of Guatemala Hope gathered at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens to enjoy a wonderful pasta dinner while raising funds to give “A Hand Up For Health” for Guatemalan families. Joining Guatemala Hope board members and missionaries were staff members from Leamington Hospital, parishioners of St. Michael’s and St. Joseph’s parishes in Leamington, and members of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish in Wheatley. When the funds raised from the pasta dinner, 50/50 raffles and bake sale were added to generous community donations, the total funds raised came to over $4,600.
The Guatemala Hope Medical Team, who organized the event were elated by the great outpouring of generosity from area participants. Susan Rock, head of Guatemala Hope’s Medical Team thanked the attendees, “We truly appreciate all your support making this event truly a success in every way. The wonderful spirit of the evening helps to encourage the committee in their work for the health of the poor.”
Guatemala Hope travels to a rural, isolated village, el Triunfo, three times each year. Their annual November medical trip is the one time each year that most villagers can see a doctor or dentist and receive free medicine and treatment. The nearest Guatemalan doctors and dentists are a twohour drive away and area families cannot afford the medical fees and cost
of medicines. During the November medical clinics, over 1,200 people from el Triunfo and neighbouring villages will line up and wait for hours to be seen by one of the Canadian doctors or nurse practitioners. The pharmacy team will then dispense free medicines that the group brings with them. The money raised from the pasta night will help towards the dream of establishing a clinic in el Triunfo, that will be equipped with second-hand equipment and will be staffed during the year by graduating Guatemalan medical and dental students.
Three Leamington District Memorial Hospital emergency room staff have applied to be part of Guatemala Hope’s November 10-day Medical Mission trip. A total of 24 doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists and support personnel will complete the medical team. Team members will sleep in tents, and spend long days in 40 degree Celcius heat tending to patients in this impoverished area. Guatemala Hope has been leading Mission trips to el Triunfo since 2001.
Guatemala Hope also has a second Mission Trip leaving for Guatemala on November 1. This team also has a very busy agenda and will focus on education, agriculture, social and economic development. The education team members will be interviewing and reviewing the report cards of the 105 students who currently receive Guatemala Hope bursaries to attend school past Grade 6. They will select new bursary candidates as funds from sponsors allow. The agricultural team will be assessing and looking to expand their new piggery project which trains and helps women establish enclosed areas to raise piglets for food and revenue. Team members will also be spending time meeting with government and other officials regarding a potential flood control project; interview families applying for cement block homes; work on improving school sanitation; and meet with various women’s groups that have been developed in recent years.
If you would like more information about Guatemala Hope and the work they are doing on the Pacific coast of Guatemala, you can log on to their website at www.guatemalahope.ca
rare steak will be medium rare on the Striploin side and medium on the Tenderloin side. The other consideration is the steak will be more rare closer to the bone. Keep this in mind in achieving your desired doneness.
The Filet Mignon comes from the Tenderloin and the name speaks for itself. It is the least worked muscle and is well protected. The appeal of the Tenderloin comes from its juicy
cut, if cooked incorrectly, tends to dry out. This is the reason that Filet Mignon is sometimes wrapped in keep it moist.
One point of difference in our steaks is the 28 – 35 day dry aging process we use to produce a richly
that purchase in a grocery stores may only have seven days of age so the steak is bright red in color for the presentation. As meat ages the color darkens and consumers may think the meat is too old. Also, the aging process reduces moisture and as a result weight. While it
taste, it’s an expensive process for butchers because steaks are sold by weight. Please note, dry aging
is not something you would want to undertake at home as it must be done under the proper conditions, in a well-ventilated space, at the correct temperature and humidity, by a skilled chef or butcher.
These cuts and more are available at Neros, our award-winning gourmet steakhouse. Our knowledgeable servers and talented culinary team can help you make the perfect selection. Take a break from the grill and visit us today! For reservations call, 1.800.991.7777 ext. 22481. We’ll see you soon!
Caesars Windsor Executive Chef, Patrick McClary
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Pictured here are Mary Ellen Lemire, secretary of the board, left, and Gabriella Pillon, missionary for Guatemala Hope. (Photo submitted)
New office in Leamington for OGVG
By Bryan Jessop
In agriculture, it’s common knowledge that a plant’s growth can one day lead to the need for a larger container. Such is also the case with a local agricultural organization.
The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers held an open house for their new location at 32 Seneca Drive on Friday, June 22, marking the relocation from the 245 Talbot St. West locale on April 23 of this year. The open house included tours of the new facility, as well as a ribbon-cutting ceremonies and commentary from local dignitaries including Leamington mayor John Paterson, Chatham-Kent-Essex MP Dave Van Kesteren, Essex MPP Taras Natyshak and Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls. Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers chairperson Don Taylor served as emcee and master of ceremonies.
“I am just so impressed with this facility and I am so impressed with this organization,” said Van Kesteren. “This building is the crowning glory in what we’ve come to expect from the greenhouse industry here in Leamington.”
Other dignitaries expressed similar sentiments.
The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers was formed in 1967 and operates as a not-for-profit group under the Ontario Farm Products Marketing Commission. The Commission, which in turn operates under the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), also sent two guest speakers to the open house —District 1 (Essex County, ChathamKent, Lambton County) vice chair Jamie Cornies and District 2 vice chair Jan Vanderhout.
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tion is able to accommodate more parking than the former Talbot West site and includes leasing space, a larger board room and a conference room that can seat about 80 people. The building employs six fulltime employees, one parttime worker and two others on funded contracts. The facility features 5,500 square feet of space and improved technological amenities throughout its rooms.
“We just needed more space,” said OGVG marketing co-ordinator Laura Brinkmann.
The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers consist of 223 members operating on a combined surface area of 2,067 acres from Windsor to Ottawa. Together, they grow an average of 270 million English cucumbers, 130 million pounds of peppers and more than 435 million pounds of tomatoes per year.
Of the 256 sources of greenhouse vegetables emerging from OGVG members (some grow multiple crop varieties), 187 are grown within the borders of Essex County, ChathamKent and Lambton County. This region accounts for 1,796 of the group’s 2,067 acres for 2012 (an increase of 148 acres from 2011).
The output of OGVG members is a significant source of produce, as about 50 marketers sell the or-
ganization’s vegetables to locations throughout North America — 70 per cent of Ontario’s greenhouse vegetables are exported to the United States.
“The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers have really helped to put Ontario back on the map,” said Nicholls.
The OGVG operates through a membershipbased board of directors and various committees who create and select an assortment of methods on how to promote the province’s greenhouse industry. One of these strategies will include setting up a booth (#127) at the PMA Food Service Show in Monterey, California July 20-22.
Through a series of board meetings, the OGVG de-
cided the time had come to relocate to a larger facility about two years ago. Representatives of the organization including Taylor and general manager George Gilvesy expressed cheerful and upbeat commentary on the group’s ability to meet construction and completion deadlines while keeping the relocation project under budget.
“This new building helps to facilitate the overall growth we’ve seen in this sector and properly reflects our membership’s advancing needs,” Gilvesy stated.
new OGVG loca-
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers chairperson Don Taylor, Leamington mayor John Paterson, Chatham-Kent-Essex MP Dave Van Kesteren, Chatham-Kent-Essex MPP Rick Nicholls, OGVG District 1 vice chair Jamie Cornies, OGVG District 2 vice chair Jan Vanderhout, Essex MPP Taras Natyshak and OGVG general manager George Gilvesy perform the ribbon cutting to mark the grand opening of the OGVG’s new location at 32 Seneca Road, Leamington. (SUN photo)
Where there is hardship, there tends to be smiles
Many of us may have found ourselves telling our kids at some time or another, “you should be thankful for what you have”, “the food that you are wasting could feed a family in Africa” and “do you need that or want that?”
come to allow them to afford some basic necessities for the first time.
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SHANNON MATHESON
Ten years ago, we were able to experience with our children a reality that no words could ever match. We planned a trip so that we would be staying with one of the migrant workers that worked with us. He and his family lived in the central part of Mexico and for four days prior to finishing our vacation on the west coast north of Puerto Vallarta, we lived in their home.
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As we pulled into their barren yard the smell of pigs and a stray doll head made me think that I may be in the middle of the movie “Toy Story Gone Bad”! Efrain and his family welcomed us in and we were shown through their home, which they had added on an addition to, just for our arrival. Two bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen with no running water were the extent of it.
I don’t know whether or not I can blame it on the cleaning product commercials or hand washing until you’re raw brainwashing, but that first night I had a panic attack. I was sure that my kids were going to get ill and I wanted to leave.
When we arrived at the airport in Leon, we were greeted by Efrain and then introduced to his wife, Gloria, baby Janet in her arms, as well as Claudia and Gloria who shyly hid behind their Papa’s legs. Our children were quiet and for a moment the language barrier seemed insurmountable.
Of course I felt embarrassed since I really don’t need luxury. I had survived two weeks with Mark on a deserted island earlier on in our relationship but once you have children, things change. Finally, I worked through these thoughts by pretending that we were camping and focused on the fact our children were more than fine with their surroundings. We had a clean bed and a roof over our heads.
Up until the moment we headed out to the parking lot, I hadn’t given a thought to what we would be travelling in from the airport to Efrain’s home. Reality hit hard as we all climbed into an old pickup with a cap over the back. The five older children excitedly crouched in the back with our luggage and the adults squeezed into the front seat with baby Janet on Mama’s lap.
Yikes! Off we went with four barely on the floor towards their home. The kids banging on the windows with big smiles, showing off the fact that they had no seat belts on. I was not so impressed, especially as we passed the myriad of crosses along the steeply banked roadsides.
We made just one stop on our way for a large basket of strawberries. You could tell by the wide-eyed ninos, that this was a treat they rarely got to have! I had a cold cervesa on my mind to dampen my parched mouth and take the edge off of my building anxiety!
We passed many nice homes, and just as it was looking promising our pick-up turned upward onto a road that looked as if an earthquake had left a huge crevice right through the middle. As we rumbled along towards the top of the hill, we passed many identical homes with rough brick siding and barred windows. Efrain explained to us that these homes only recently had been bricked. The ability to travel to Canada yearly for eight months had increased their in-
From that point on, my time was wonderful! Our children spent hours playing soccer and somehow found a way to communicate with sign language and smiles. Our youngest daughter had brought along a ‘Highlights’ magazine and she, Claudia and her cousin, Roberta, sat on a bed and by pointing at pictures they taught each other some of their basic words.
The traditional home-cooked meals including Carna asada, salsa verdé, and fresh corn tortillas were the best. We even enjoyed the strawberries washed in water from their rain barrel and not one of us did any bellyaching. The evening meals were shared with the entire family including Grandma, who was revered as the elder. She was weathered and etched with lines from a life much harder than ours, but her eyes danced with laughter and happiness.
When it came time to leave, Efrain’s daughters asked him if he would translate to our children, especially Anna, how much they loved them and that they wanted to be friends forever. We all had tears in our eyes.
From San Cristobel, we ventured on to our ocean side vacation home. Upon our arrival there, our eldest daughter, with sadness in her voice said, “Aren’t we lucky? Efrain’s kids have never seen the ocean in their own country and we get to.” I think we all appreciated the second part of our trip more than we ever would have because of our visit to Efrain’s family home.
Nic Willemsma sent in this arial photo of the 2012 Leamington fairgrounds during the 164th annual Leamington Fair.
(Photo by Nic Willemsma)
On Sunday, June 24 the 11th annual Butterfly release and interfaith
Memorial Gardens. This special remembrance is to honour
stillbirth or death of a baby. Many parents may not
Council hears OPP 2011 review
Inspector Rick Derus presented the Essex County OPP Detachment Annual Report to Leamington Municipal Council Monday evening, June 18. Among other interesting highlights from the report, he pointed out that this detachment is currently the largest in Ontario. There are 193 OPP police covering the county, and during 2011 they had a breathtaking 52,867 incidents reported to them.
Points highlighted by Inspector Derus included a concern about the number of unintended ‘pocket’ 911 calls that must be investigated (people with cell phones need to be aware of this), and the number of thefts that occur from unlocked cars— thefts that could be avoided with just some common sense precautions.
Leamington represents just under 22% of the population policed by the OPP in Essex County. The crime statistics in their annual report to Leamington Municipal Council began with the stark reality that of the 48,577 incidents to which they responded last year, Leamington accounted for 12,225. That is 25%—more than our fair share.
We had 38% of the sexual assaults (34), 37% of the assaults (184), and our 10 robberies represented 71% of the incidents in that category. Granted, these are still uncommon events, but it is disturbing to think of our peaceful little municipality in such terms. Asked about this high number of sexual assaults, Leamington council was informed that there is a “zero tolerance” policy and that charges will be laid even over the objection of the complainant if there is sufficient evidence of assault.
What about drugs? Well, the report relates 91 incidents of possession (70% of which were for cannabis), 16 charges of trafficking, and 5 of importation and production. While that may not sound like a lot, it is for a municipality that
is only 22% of the population. It represents 42% of the possession incidents, 33% of the trafficking, and 24% of the importation and production charges Inspector Derus was clear to Leamington municipal council that the police have come down hard on drug possession and trafficking to try, in part, to establish that Leamington is not a good place for drug traffickers to set up shop. In his opinion, this approach is paying off, and he expects the numbers in this (and other categories of crime) to drop as the police effort and reputation begin to pay off. What else do nasty people do in Leamington? There were 105 incidents of break and enter, 22 charges of auto theft, 428 thefts, and 170 incidents of public mischief. Oh, yes, and there were 24 incidents of impaired driving, but that certainly can’t account for the crashes in the municipality: 359 of them!
Leamington Council members were quite interested in one initiative the OPP is undertaking in 2012: a locally identified need
for proactive strategies to deal with mental health issues. Partnering with mental health professionals and support workers, the Essex detachment out of Leamington is the pilot project for all of Ontario to see if there are successful strategies of intervention before people in crisis precipitate 911 calls. Asked about the cost of policing public events like the recent triathlon and the upcoming Tomato Festival, Inspector Derus explained that this is a problem being faced everywhere—pointing out that in places like
Toronto where there are a huge number of public events requiring police presence the problem of who pays has become a major issue. Aware of this fact, he stated that the Leamington OPP are striving for openness and transparency, each month reporting to the police services board about actual costs of providing service. One thing the police do to try and keep costs down is to use volunteers from the 10-member auxiliary unit. Although these members must be supervised by a regular police officer, their presence can reduce costs.
Champlain Liz Chaplin
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BILL CHAPLIN Municipal Correspondent
Ten very random thoughts
Every day on Facebook I’m bombarded with daily affirmations that people post from some website. It’s usually just a one-line catch phrase or some sappy inspirational message with a cute photo of kittens, rainbows or mountains. If it’s a good one, you’ll see it at least five times in one day.
SHEILA McBRAYNE
I like them; they sure beat some of the junk information that floats around on Facebook and, as long as no one is asking me for an imaginary animal or tool for their Farmville game, I’m happy. One message that I only saw once, and I thought was very good had a list of 10 random points. There was no title for the 10 very different words of wisdom, which is probably appropriate, as some state facts, others give advice and some are just observations. I decided to title them “10 very random thoughts”. I’ll apologize now - there’s no cute photo to go with them...
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1. Action is one of the best remedies for fear.
2. If you want happiness for a lifetime, help the next generation.
3. Worth asking: Where in my work is the opportunity to improve the world, even in the smallest way?
4. Making waves may be riskier than treading water, but it’s also more productive.
5. Going green is like protecting your health - it comes down to respecting the place you inhabit.
6. Often it’s not our values that are faulty, but our priorities.
7. It’s impossible to learn to swim without jumping in the water.
Dong-Shin Moon, Mayor of Gunsan, South Korea, was welcomed by Mayor John Paterson and members of Leamington Council on Monday, June 18. A delegation of municipal representatives from Gunsan visited Leamington as part of a series of events organized by the Windsor-Essex Economic Development Corporation. Gunsan shares a similar economic profile as the Windsor Essex Region with strengths in automotive manufacturing, agriculture and tourism. After a tour of the Harrow Research Station the group arrived in Leamington for a discussion on agriculture and the greenhouse sector. (Photo
8. Follow what makes you naturally curious. It will lead you to your passions and purpose.
9. Try not to confuse one defeat with total defeat.
10. Each time you turn on the faucet, let it be a reminder to go with the flow.
GECDSB passes 2012-13 budget
Greater Essex County District School Board Trustees voted unanimously on June 20 to approve the budget for the 2012-13 school year.
The operating budget for the year will be $393,095,091. Of that total, almost $312 million is for staff salaries, wages and benefits. The Board will be contributing approximately $3.3 million from its accumulated surplus to be in compliance with the Ministry of Education.
While enrolment is projected to decrease next year the Board will not be laying off any staff. Some small cuts were made to reflect a decrease in funding due to the smaller number of students.
The Board of Trustees also approved a capital budget of $40,328,652.
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Mary Kendrick: An artist of all seasons
Mary Kendrick is recognized as one of Southern Ontario’s foremost floral and landscape artists. Painting on location in her garden or down a quiet country road, her canvasses come alive with vivid colours and delicate pastels revealing her unique palette knife style. Flowers and landscapes are her favourite subjects.
Mary began studying art as a hobby after her children were grown, which left her more time to develop her talent. As her interest in painting developed, she sought to improve her skills by taking painting lessons from prominent Ontario artists, the most influential being Edwin Matthews of Gallery on the Lake in Buckhorn, ON. With sketchbook and camera in hand, Mary has recorded the beauty of the Muskoka, Haliburton and Algonquin areas. Her canvasses come alive with the vivid colours of fall in the Muskokas, the fresh greens of spring, warm summer days on the banks of the Oxtongue River, and cold, crisp winter mornings. Her work uncovers her keen perception of colour value which has put her paintings in homes, offices and galleries in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. Mary is truly an artist of all seasons.
Mary Kendrick will have an exhibit of original oil paintings at the Leamington Art Centre, 72 Talbot St. W., from July 4-28. An opening reception will be held Fri. July 6 from 7-9 p.m. Gallery hours are Tues.-Fri. from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Sat.-Sun. from 12 noon-4:00 p.m., and closed Monday.
Leamington’s bicentennial events taking shape
Leamington may not have the biggest War of 1812 story to tell, but the Municipality still plans on making the most of its small role. General Brock, in the early days of the war, camped at Point Pelee for a single night before heading off to other parts of the region to defend the flag against the troops from the south. This brief stay translates into ample fodder for Leamington to stage a memorable event.
A committee of volunteers has been meeting regularly to plan Brock’s Sail Away and Officers Mess for July 28th at the Leamington Municipal Marina. Starting in the early morning, boaters are invited to sail to Pelee Island for lunch with the mayors before returning to Leamington. In the evening a themed dinner will be served featuring two carving stations, food reminiscent of the period and local selections and perhaps a visit from the General himself. Costumes are optional but strongly encouraged.
Throughout the day several events are planned including a canoe demonstration by the Essex County Canoe Club and Provincial Marine Re-enactors, artifact display, re-enactors, fur trapping exhibit, a smudging ceremony and drumming performed by the Caldwell First Nations people, and several more surprises. Entertainment will be provided on the Marina Patio and will feature Same
Latitude As Rome with their “Songs of 1812” compilation. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the activities and demonstrations.
Visitors will also have a chance to see the Binational Peace Garden at the marina. The garden is part of a network of international gardens dedicated to the 200 years of peace being celebrated by Canada and the United States during the bicentennial. For more information
on July 28th events and to purchase tickets, contact Ronan Oliver at 519-3260834 or roliver@leamington.ca
Artist Mary Kendrick with one of her paintings.
Ruthven Public School Readathon/Fun Day
Recently students of Ruthven Public School participated in a Readathon/Fun Day. This event, organized to celebrate reading and the end of the year, was organized by Ruthven’s School Council. The day included games, literacy activities, community guest readers and a picnic lunch provided by the School Council.
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Grade 3 Ruthven students participate in “Parachute Pandemonium”, one of 4 games organized for students by the Ruthven School Council during the school’s Readathon/Fun Day.
Gr. 7 student Zak Braun shows his reading selection for the schoo’s Readathon Day. Students seleceted an individual reading challenge and spend part of the day involved in independent reading activities.
Mrs. MacTavish and the Grade 4/5 class at Ruthven Public School are participating in independent reading activities as part of the school’s Readathon/Fun Day.
School volunteer Kristen Fawdry brings a special “guest” as part of her story telling during Ruthven’s Readathon.
Mayor Nelson Santos visits the Grade 7 class at Ruthven Public School as a guest reader during the school’s Readathon.
At left, retired teacher Judy Cornies, reviews the reading selections that she has brought as a guest reader for Ruthven’s Readathon/ Fun Day.
Miss Lizzy’s Tea raises $14,500!
Miss Lizzy’s Tea to benefit the Patient Assistance Fund was held on June 3 at the Roma Club. Approximately 185 participants enjoyed tea, sandwiches and treats served by 14 handsome male servers. The event was just over two hours and raised a total of $14,500 for the Patient Assistance Fund for the Windsor Cancer Centre. This fund provides assistance to cancer patients who are struggling financially. “I never thought that this event could possibly raise this kind of money,” said organizer Liz DelCiancio.
“My daughter and I thought that having a ‘tea party’ would be a fun thing to do with our friends. It started out small, with about 20 women in my home and has now grown into a major fundraising event. Again this year, the
women in attendance all said they would definitely be back next year and bring more friends. It really is a lovely afternoon,” said DelCiancio.
Lizzy’s Tea is organized by a committee of ten volunteers who worked diligently to ensure that everything went smoothly. Members include: Kathy Schaffhauser, Patty Otton, Rose Costa, Jayne Longpre, Sherry Wiper, Debbie Warren, Teresa McGinlay, Sue Sykes, Eola Cinicolo and Sarah DelCiancio. “My committee is absolutely amazing and work so hard! Not only did I have the ten on the committee, but also a whole team of women that came in and helped make sandwiches, bake and helped decorate the hall. I’m truly blessed to have such great people around,” said
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Norma Brockenshire, President for the Windsor Cancer Centre Foundation, talked to the ladies about the Patient Assistance Fund and how it helps cancer patients. She also read a letter from a cancer patient that benefitted from the fund last year.
“I think people are so generous because they know that ALL the funds are for cancer patients in the Windsor/Essex County area and there are so many people in our area that have been touched by a cancer or someone close to them has been,” said DelCiancio.
There is a website (still in progress, but up and running) at www.misslizzystea.com
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Judy Kenna, harpist, provided beautiful music for the event. (Photos by Joy Presland)
Brian Sweet speaks to over 120 people packed into Pelee Island Winery’s wine cellar to hear the Butler’s Rangers Band play and authors Bill Sherk, Robert Lynch, Trevor Price and Tom Omstead read at En Vino Novellus - Essex County on June 14.
Sommelier Izabela Muzzin of The Butcher of Kingsville and Aleksander Estate Winery, presented Tom Omstead with a specially labelled red and white vintage gift from her family’s vineyard. Their 2009 Vidal was paired with TRWS and the label pictures Renée who’s a character from the book. The back label reads: “Renée a strong female character whose outer beauty is matched equally by her inner strength and sense of adventure. Renée’s character and Vidal are full of life and evoke the spirit of Laura Secord, heroine of 1812.” The specially labelled bottles are being sold as a collection along with Omstead’s book, The Red Wing Sings, at Aleksander Estate Winery.
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 519728-1435, long distance 1-855-728-1433, or visit us at 499 Notre Dame St., Belle River.
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.
12-STEP PROGRAM FOR ABUSE FOR WOMEN AND MEN. BE SPA (Beyond Emotional, Sexual, Physical Abuse) is a 12-step program for abuse, modeled after AA (Alcoholics Anonymous). Move beyond the victim to victor! Address the core issues of the deep hurts that are affecting your life, resulting in poor relationships with yourself and others. Find inner peace, overcome the survivor/victim role and become the VICTOR! The power of this program takes you to a healing place that lasts a lifetime. Sessions Wednesday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Church of the Epiphany, 96 Main St. W., Kingsville. For information call Connie at 519325-0723.
THE LEAMINGTON KIWANIS CLUB IS A SERVICE ORGANIZATION. Meetings are held twice a month, the first and third Thursday. If you are a non-profit organization and would like a meeting place on weekdays, or if you are interested in learning more about our organization, or to have us involved in your community, please
contact Leo at 519-325-0953.
THURSDAY, JUNE 28 - St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 311 Sherk St. Leamington, will be having a Ham & Sausage Dinner from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. Adults $12, children 5-10 years $6, children 4 and under free. Handicap accessible. Call 519-398-9741 or 519-326-5576 to purchase tickets.
FRIDAY, JUNE 29 - Shoppers Drug Mart in Leamington will be holding a drive-in movie on the side of the building. Pre-show activities will start at 8:00 pm and the movie "How to Train your Dragon" will start around 9:00 pm. Please bring your own lawn chair. Admission is for donation to go towards the Shoppers Drug Mart Dragon Boat for the Cure team.
SATURDAY, JUNE 30 - Kittenaide is hosting a Canada Day Celebration fundraiser sponsored by Pet Valu & Royal Canin, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at 3166 Howard Ave., Roundhouse Centre, Windsor. Kitten and cat adoptions, BBQ, face painting. Donate your pennies to help the kittens at this event. Donate $$, catfood or supplies and get an entry on a gift basket.
TUESDAY, JULY 3 & WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 - The Fung Loy Kok - Taoist Tai Chi, Windsor Branch is hosting two Open Houses in July at the Leamington United Church, 9 John St., on Tues. July 3 from 9:30-10:15 a.m. and Wed. July 4th from 6:30-7:15 p.m. For info visit www.taoist.org to view the demonstration video by Master Moy Lin-Shin or call 519-255-9744.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 - Blood Donors Needed Blood Donor Clinic at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. Call 1-888-236-6283 or www.blood.ca for information or to book an appointment. Walkins welcome.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 4 - Annual Kids Safety Day at the Experimental Farm in Woodslee. Children
Time to hang ’em up?
Ted Williams, Lanny McDonald, and Wayne Gretzky. These great gladiators knew exactly when to call it a day. Williams’ last at bat was a homerun, Lanny retired with a Stanley Cup win, and Wayne saluted the faithful at Madison Square Gardens as he exited the ice with a wee bit of gas left in the tank.
Then there were those who missed the perfect opportunity to make a grand exit. Michael Jordan will be remembered for “the shot”, a buzzer beating jump shot from the top of the key to clinch the series against Cleveland in 1989.
Instead of winding up his career on such a high note, Jordan soldiered for a few more seasons, retiring, then unretiring as a mere shadow of himself and playing for pay with the Washington Wizards.
I loved Muhammad Ali from the moment I first saw him fight and colourfully promote these events with Howard Cosell. Ali stayed in the ring well past his glory, eventually getting pummeled by men who once were on his payroll as sparing partners. Today, the complications from those beatings have resulted in his acute Parkinson’s disease. It breaks my heart as well as my interest in boxing to see the great man suffer.
I experienced a similar emotion this past weekend at a Gordon Lightfoot concert in Sarnia. I was so looking forward to his concert. “Ain’t got a penny but a Cotton Jenny to spend.” I left his show early, a bit disappointed. It wasn’t that he didn’t try to put on his best show. He just couldn’t be Gordon Lightfoot, at least not the guy in my memory and on my iPod.
Mind you, Gordon is faring pretty well. After all, he was declared dead about a year ago in an erroneous news bulletin. He’s alive all right. Slender, well dressed and playful with the half sold-out audience at the RBC Centre, the only thing nearing death with the legendary performer is his voice.
I found Lightfoot’s singing voice a bit weak and wispy in his performance. I found it disappointing to hear him attempt any and all of his classic hits.
At age 73 and working night after night on his busy summer tour, it’s understandable that he would be a bit fatigued. What remains a bit of a mystery, at least in my mind, is his motivation to charge on as a singer knowing full well (so you would think) that he just can’t hit the notes and belt out the melodies like he did for the past 50 years. Surely he must feel that he’s not giving his fans what they expect to hear. And it’s not like he’s offering a diminished price for his performances. The ticket price for our seats, and they were good but not the best, were 80 bucks apiece. “That’s what you get for loving me.”
The Lightfoot sound I remember best is safety stored on my ipod and iPhone. It was a treat to plug in the auxiliary jack to listen to his incredible catalogue of hits on the way to the concert and on the way home: Sundown, The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, Rainy Day People, If You Could Read My Mind, and dozens more. Gordon Lightfoot is truly a
ages 5-12. Call 519-723-2230 or email essexfarmsafety@yahoo.ca.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 11 - Essex County OPP will be hosting a fundraiser golf tournament at Kingsville Golf & Country Club. Proceeds to benefit OPPs 4 Charity - Essex County OPP Cop Camp. There are still tee times available. Cost is $130 per golfer. Contact Shelley at 519-7352424 or shelley.hoffman@ontario.ca.
SATURDAY, JULY 14 -OVA Beach Volleyball Tour at Seacliff Park Beach. For more info go to: www.velocityvollebyball.ca.
JULY 16 - 20 - Praise Vacation Bible School, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, for children grades 2-6 (as of September 2012) at Meadow Brook Fellowship, 219 Talbot St. East, Leamington. Free. Register at 519-326-3605 or online @ www.meadowbrookfellowship.com
THURSDAY, JULY 19 - THURSDAY, AUGUST 16
- FREE 5-Week Prenatal Class on Thursdays in Leamington from July 19 to August 16. Have you recently become pregnant? The WindsorEssex County Health Unit will be providing free prenatal classes in Leamington. These free classes are taught by a Public Health Nurse. Call 519-326-5716 ext. 2100 for time, location, and to register.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 - Community Living Essex County 22nd Annual Charity Golf Classic at Fox Glen Golf Club in McGregor with an 11:00 a.m. shotgun start. Contact 519-776-6483, ext 246.
MONDAY, JULY 23 - The Kidney Foundation’s will present the 12th Annual HUB International Golf Classic, at Essex Golf & Country Club. 18 holes, lunch, registration prize and dinner. Lots of competitive prizes. Info at www.kidney.ca/ontariogolf or call 519-9779211 ext. 23.
Weese’s Pieces... Canadian treasure, a world-renowned songwriter and artist. Having seen him in his prime a quarter of a century ago and having enjoyed his music for the past 40 years, it was still special to see Gordon Lightfoot walk on stage. Unfortunately and metaphorically, we exited the building before he was ready to call it a night on stage.
JOHN WEESE
Green Heart Nutritionista bringing holistic nutrition to Essex County
By Bryan Jessop
Laila Crosby is on a mission to prove that it really isn’t too hard to be green. Crosby is the owner and operator of The Green Heart Nutritionista, a self-made business she uses to introduce holistic nutrition to residents throughout Essex County, Pelee Island, Chatham-Kent and beyond. She conducts a variety of classes and two-hour workshops for customers throughout the region at the Integrative Healing Arts Studio in Tecumseh. Workshops, which include Detoxing Beverages, Gluten Free Goodness, Foods That Make You Look and Feel Fabulous and Beauty Care.
The Green Heart Nutritionista also offers catering services, cooking parties, one-on-one nutritional consultations and personalized meal plans. Crosby is also planning a wellness retreat to St. Lucia’s Balenbouche Estate, where she lived for three months as a cook for guests who booked yoga and detoxing retreats. The Kingsville resident also travelled to St. Lucia for two months to serve a work station for her Institute of Holistic Nutrition course she graduated from in Toronto. Crosby’s wellness retreat is scheduled for Feb. 7-15, 2013 at a cost of $1,315 per individual or $1,070 per person in a duo. Visit her website www.greenheartnutritionista.com for more information on her services and products.
After graduating from Kingsville District High School, Crosby moved to Victoria, B.C. to take creative writing courses. After moving to Toronto to take holistic nutrition courses and become certified as a Nutritional Practitioner specializing in holistic food preparation, she decided to return to Kingsville. About one year after offering her courses and services locally, Crosby decided to start The Green Heart Nutritionista in March of this year as a means of promoting herself.
Crosby’s wealth of holistic nutrition knowledge also earned her a trip to Africa from March to May of last year. While there, she taught fundamentals of nutrition classes in Kenya and made appearances as a keynote speaker in both Kenya and Uganda to help educate the citizens of those nations on the benefits of natural, nutrition-driven meals.
“It was definitely a really good experience,” said Crosby, who spoke via a translator throughout her travels in Africa. “It was a lot of culture shock, but it was great to reach out to really small communities that don’t get these opportunities.”
Items sold by The Green Heart Nutritionista include home-made headbands, aprons, yoga mat bags and bracelets with beads created by a jeweler in St. Lucia.
Crosby uses locally-grown ingredients in the spring and summer for her innovative meal creations and also tells her students where the most affordable ingredients can be purchased locally.
Although Crosby normally operates classes, workshops and catering services on her own, she also recruits help from volunteers who cannot afford workshops or classes. She also takes on Institute of Holistic Nutrition students who are seek-
ing to fulfill their 50-hour work placements, required to graduate.
For individuals considering taking on a healthier lifestyle, Crosby discourages the use of ‘fad diets’.
“Fad dieting just isn’t sustainable,” she noted. “You have to dare to be different and avoid trends. Everybody is different and everybody has different needs.”
When equipped with the right information, the
27-year-old explained, holistic nutrition can allow people to feel better, live healthier and improve their overall quality of life while still enjoying their meals.
“It doesn’t have to be just bird seed and carrots,” Crosby said. “With the proper preparation and research, you can eat foods that are both delicious and healthy.”
“Nutrition constantly evolves,” explained Crosby. “Anyone can offer information that is new to you —
there’s always something new to bring to the table.”
Between classes, workshops and catering services, Crosby is a columnist for Health Focus Magazine.
Currently, Crosby is planning a four-day detoxing retreat to Pelee Island that will take place at some point in August.
To host one of Crosby’s cooking parties or enroll in a workshop, e-mail her at lailacrosby@gmail.com or call 226-347-0724.
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Laila Crosby
Leamington mom fighting for disabled son’s rights
Well prepared for the extreme heat under the shade of their umbrellas, they came to demonstrate with other families living with disabilities at a gathering in front of Dwight Duncan’s office on Thursday, June 21.
More than 100 families and people with disabilities were protesting the direction the Province is headed with regard to support funding for people with disabilities and their families. Recent decisions to cut and change funding programs have families both confused and outraged at the same time.
After attending a London family meeting in May, Leamington mother Alice Macksoud set her mind to educating -- those she had connections with in her own community -- to the seriousness of her situation as well as others. She provided folders with information and a place to sign in support of children and adults needing support funding to all kinds of people and places: her neighbours, friends, and associates, her church, employees at her
banks, various business establishments as well as the Windsor Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) in Essex.
In total she collected 438 signatures from a smattering of locations throughout Leamington, Kingsville and Essex. Macksoud was pleased with the support she received. She said it was heart-warming to experience first-hand the concern that everyday citizens had once they realized what families as caregivers of children and adults with disabilities were really facing – a severe lack of funding support.
“They were just so surprised and couldn’t believe it, especially when they heard that my son would lose his funding support at 18. I am already paying for support workers out of my pocket – to not have any funding support to pay workers is unthinkable.” The last 152 signatures Macksoud collected were passed along a human chain of families and people with disabilities to the front door of Minister Duncan’s office the day of the demonstration. Macksoud has been in touch with Minister Duncan who she says “is sympathetic to the complete exhaustion that families are experiencing”. She hopes to have more discussions with him in the near future regarding the Special Services at Home funding program which her son uses. She is not looking forward to his 18th birthday when he will be slated to lose his funding.
Leamington Legion to host its first Wacky Olympics
By Lisa CowenTehonchuk
Upcoming Events: The next Seniors Dinner is Wednesday, July 11 from 3-6 p.m. The Branch is serving a full turkey dinner for only $10. Entertainment will be provided by Gord Ciliska. Tickets are available at the bar and must be purchased in advance. In August the Seniors Dinner will be a cold plate.
On Saturday, August 27 the Branch is hosting its 1st Annual Wacky Olympics to raise money for Make A Wish Foundation. There will also be a dinner and dance for all. No participation in the
games is required for attendance.
In September the Branch is hosting an evening of dinner and a hypnotist. Details to come.
Sports: Every Friday night there are fun darts. Cost is only $2 and everyone is welcome to come and play. The winners for June
8 were Simp and Mabel, and in 2nd were Pete and Paul. June 15 winners were Richard and John, and in 2nd were Mark and Larry.
Branch Happenings:
Attention members!
Please look in the paper for a special General meeting sometime in August. Come on out to the Branch to find out all that will be coming up. Those of you who have not been coming out, I would like to say we miss you. And for those that have been coming out, we enjoy seeing you and staying in touch.
Next Executive meeting is July 18 at 7 p.m.
“Not Quite Carnegie” concert series begins this Friday
Arts and Culture Association of Kingsville has announced the season opener for the outdoor “Not Quite Carnegie” Concert Series for 2012 will take place at Pelee Island Winery on Seacliffe Drive on Friday, June 29 from 7-9 p.m.
The Greater Windsor Concert Band will be performing on the patio at the
winery. This 35-piece orchestra will present a variety of music from the different decades including waltzes, Latin dance, ’70s rock and modern ballads.
Bring your lawn chair, relax and enjoy the per-
formance. Gates open at 6 p.m. to enjoy the food and wine available for purchase onsite and review the silent auction objets d’art donated by local artists.
Admission is by donation.
Pictured above is Alice Macksoud of Leamington with her 11-year-old son Kaden and his support worker, Tiffany Schmidt.
Smalltown fame
By Louise Barraco
The town of Kingsville is not only known for its crop of homegrown athletes, it is also known for a number of published authors. A few of these authors include Allison Knight, Lauren Knight and Tom Omstead. Melissa McCormick, an author from Windsor, is also quite popular locally. Upon first glance you might think Allison and Lauren Knight are the same person. In fact, they are identical twins – mirror images – who wrote the book titled Mirror Mirror: Two Bodies, One Soul. The book is about twins who
are mirror images of each other and is based on the story of their lives.
Tom Omstead, the author of The Red Wing Sings, prefers to write in a different genre than the Knight sisters. The Red Wing Sings is about anti-bullying between Canada and U.S. “The main character of The Red Wing Sings, Will, wanted to have a simpler life in B.C. with his love Sydney,” said Omstead.
The plotline of The Red Wing Sings came to Omstead in a dream, and his wife Sue encouraged him to write it down on paper. Omstead said that is how the book came to be.
Melissa McCormick was the editor and publisher for the Knights’ Mirror, Mirror: Two Bodies, One Soul and owns a publishing company, QD Publications. She is also an author herself and has written two novels, The Queen’s Daughter and Windsor & Essex County Who’s Who –Local Leaders and People of Influence.
The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You
ANGLICAN
St. John The Evangelist
60 Erie Street N., Leamington 519-326-3111
Sunday Worship Services
8:30 & 10:30 a.m.
St. Mary’s Church
East West Road, Pelee Island
1st & 3rd Sundays from June to September at 10 a.m.
Calvary Church North Shore Road, Pelee Island 1st & 3rd Sundays from October to May at 10 a.m.
BAPTIST
Calvary Baptist Church 475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-326-0876
Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
First Baptist Church
3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.
CONGREGATIONALIST
Faith Everlasting Congregational Church
589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994
Sunday Worship 11 a.m.
220 Erie St. N., Leamington 519-322-1644
Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am
LUTHERAN
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966
Sunday Worship Services
9:30 a.m. (German), 10:30 a.m. (English)
Sonshine Lutheran
194 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-398-8179
Thurs. Bible Study 7 p.m. Worship Sercvice Every Sunday 10:00 am
MENNONITE
Faith Mennonite Church
269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391
Sunday Worship Services
10:50 a.m. (Summer 10 a.m.)
Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Mission Church 1408 Deer Run Rd, Leamington 519-326-9734
Sunday Worship Services
9:15 a.m. (German), 10:45 a.m. (English)
Leamington Evangelical Mennonite Church
108 Mersea Rd 3, Leamington 519-322-9915
Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
Leamington United Mennonite Church 78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727
Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.
Summer Worship Services 9:30 a.m. (German), 10:15 a.m. (English)
Meadow Brook Fellowship 219 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-326-3605
Sunday Worship Services
9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.
North Leamington United Mennonite Church 625 Mersea Rd 6, Leamington 519-326-7928
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.
South Point Community Church 55A Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-322-1858
Sunday Gatherings 10 a.m.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
Iglesia La Buena Semilla 269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-733-0342
Sunday Worship 6:30 p.m.
Leamington District Memorial Hospital
194 Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-326-2373, Chaplain’s Office ext. 4443
PENTECOSTAL
FGT Family Church
285 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-322-2316
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.
Leamington Christian Centre 98 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-322-1504
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.
English/Spanish 6:30 p.m.
Templo Christiano De Leamington
39 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-325-9654
Sunday Worship Services 3 p.m.
Mount Zion Full TabernacleGospel
6 Mill Street, Leamington 519-252-0031
Sunday Worship 7:30 p.m.
United Pentecostal Church
312 Erie St. St., Leamington 519-326-7056
Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.
PRESBYTERIAN
Knox Presbyterian Church
58 Erie St. S., Leamington 519-326-4541
Sunday Worship Services 11 a.m.
ROMAN CATHOLIC
St. Michael’s Parish
29 Elliott Street, Leamington 519-326-2643
Sunday Masses: 7:30 a.m. (English) 10:30 am (English/Children’s Liturgy) 10:30 am (OLBS, Wheatley, English)
3 pm (Spanish), 7 pm (Youth)
St. Joseph’s Church
310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643
Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. (English)
Sunday Masses: 9 am (Italian, English) Noon (Portuguese, English)
St. Anthony’s Parish (Maronite Rite)
280 Talbot Street East, Leamington 519-322-2282
Sunday Masses 9:30 & 11 a.m. (Lebanese, English)
SALVATION ARMY
The Salvation Army Citadel 88 Setterington Street
Leamington 519-326-4901
Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.
UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA
Leamington United Church 9 John Street, Leamington 519-326-9461
Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.
Mersea United Church
1301 Mersea Road 8, Wheatley 519-825-4157
Sunday Worship Services 9:30 a.m.
The Queen’s Daughter helped McCormick gain local notoriety. She says it is a true story. “My story was about gang rape and was the most highly publicized case of sexual assault in Detroit history,” said McCormick. She said she was determined to help victims of sexual assault and writing her book helped her get the message out in the community.
Life experiences seems to be a common thread with
most of these books, as well as with their authors. Mirror, Mirror: Two Bodies, One Soul and The Queen’s Daughter are both true stories.
Harp Music for Weddings & Special Occasions
Judy Kenna BMA, ARCT Leamington 519-326-5960 www.heavenlystrings.ca
The Red Wing Sings mentions places like Leamington, Wheatley, Point Pelee and Canmore, AB – all places the author has lived or traveled to. Omstead’s book also touches on relations between Canada and the U.S. and how they seemingly have bullied each other into getting what each one wanted. “The book is about anti-bullying and also how life can be simpler if you just let it,” said Omstead. All the authors give different reasons for why they decided to write novels, but it remains clear they did so believing they would be sharing something important. “Try to write your story in two pages from beginning, middle to end,” said Omstead, noting that’s the writing process he uses. McCormick didn’t want her story to be sensationalized because of its personal nature, so she decided to do it herself. While her publishing company is her main source of income, she also speaks about her sexual assault to victims and people around Windsor and Essex. She is not paid for her speaking engagements, but continues to do it in order to inform the community. All of these authors have become noticed in their own way. Whether it has been with self-publishing and self-promoting like Omstead did with The Red Wing Sings or going through a publishing company like the Knight sisters, or even forming her own publishing company like McCormick, Kingsville notable authors have shown fame can come from anything. It doesn’t always have to be something athletic.
Allison and Lauren Knight, authors of “Mirror, Mirror: Two Bodies, One Soul”
Knox Presbyterian inducts new minister
Knox Presbyterian Church in Leamington has inducted a new minister, the Rev. Thomas J. Kay.
Thomas Kay was born, raised and educated in Scotland, receiving his Bachelor of Divinity degree from the University of St. Andrew’s. Following summer student appointments he was ordained by the Presbytery of Prince Edward Island in 1981. He served the Murray Harbour North Pastoral Charge in P.E.I., was Minister of Iona Church, Dartmouth, Minister of Knox, Leamington, Trinity-York Mills, Toronto, Knox, Guelph and MacNab Street in Hamilton.
Thomas served as Clerk of the Presbyteries of Essex-Kent and East Toronto, and as Moderator of the Presbyteries of Halifax-Lunenburg, Essex-Kent, East Toronto and Waterloo-Wellington. He has also served on national church committees.
Thomas was active in camping ministries, chaplain of the Essex and Kent Scottish Regiment and a member of the Rotary Club of Leamington. He was a sessional lecturer in Church Policy at Knox College. In Guelph he was instrumental in the establishment of CORE (a group coordinating the social action ministries of several downtown churches). He was also involved in the Hamilton Out of the Cold program as the MacNab Street congregation opened its doors two nights a week to host meals for some of the city’s poorest citizens.
Although always active in the life of the larger church and community, Thomas’s passion is for the local congregation. He has a deep commitment to encouraging the vitality of congregations through meaningful worship, transformational faith formation, and engagement with mission – especially at the local level. He believes that the people of God should be continually encouraged and equipped to grow “… into the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to maturity, to the measure of the full stature of Jesus Christ.” (Ephesians 4:13)
Thomas now brings those same interests and passions to his new work at Knox Leamington.
Thomas is married to Cathy, who is the Minister of Knox Presbyterian Church in Port Dover. They have three adult children – Philip, Carolyn and Alysia.
The congregation of Knox Church is excited and pleased to have Thomas return to Leamington.
Knox Auxiliary guest speaker discusses church programs
The June meeting of the Margaret Ramsay Missionary Auxiliary of Knox Presbyterian Church began with a delicious luncheon provided by the committee of Dorothy Edwards, Marg Buschman and Sadie Hurst.
Following lunch the guest speaker, Rev. Thomas Kay, presented a story of the Presbyterian Church in Canada and discussed past, present and future programs of the church. He pointed out the decline in church interest and attendance during the last several years, noting that a whole generation of people have no idea of Christian ideals. Auxiliary members were challenged to do as instructed in the Bible to go into all the world and make disciples.
The business meeting was conducted by President Norma Panton, who opened the meeting by leading in
the Purpose and prayer. Fifteen members answered roll call and three guests were welcomed.
A letter of thanks was read from Presbyterian World Services and Development for the gift which enables young girls to attend school in Guatemala, and when they graduate they are able to secure employment which helps maintain their families.
The Auxiliary was notified that the CGIT organiza-
tion will be celebrating their 100th anniversary in 2015 and asked for letters to be sent informing CGIT of special memories from when the members attended their groups.
Shelley Desnoyers reported that she had made the required food donations to the Food Bank.
A letter of thanks was received from Ada Lidwell for the visit.
The meeting closed with the Mizpah Benediction.
Corey Muise of Leamington was the first recipient of the Bruce Crozier “Inspiring Possibilities” Memorial Award presented by Community Living Essex County at its annual general meeting on June 19. The award recognizes one person who has inspired others or made progress in expanding their own possibilities. Pictured here is Corey as he received the inaugural award. From left are, Incoming President Diane Bourbeau, Joan Crozier, Nancy Crozier, Corey Muise and Executive Director Nancy Wallace-Gero. (Photo submitted)
Bruce Crozier “Inspiring Possibilities” Memorial Award
Rebecca Mikhail of Tim Hortons Blue takes control of the ball with Olivia Derbyshire of Tim Hortons Purple in pursuit.
Adoni Hatzis of Tim Hortons Purple attempts to squeeze his way between Wyatt Tiessen and Nickolas Roberts of Tim Hortons Blue.
Rookie Lakers Defeat Essex in Close Fought Game
Team Watson charges back
It was back to business as usual for Team Watson at the weekly Men’s Thursday Night League at Erie Shores Golf Club. After slipping halfway down the list the previous week, Team Watson charged back with a perfect 12-point night to build up an 8-point lead in the overall standings against Team Hogan who finished the week in second place with an 11-point performance.
Team Watson now has 54 points, while Team Hogan jumps up to second with 46 points. Team Nelson’s 7-point evening keeps them in third place overall with 45 points, and Team Player’s poor 3-point night has them free falling all the way down to fourth place with 41 points.
Team Jones had a strong 10-point night and now sits up in fifth place in the overall standings at 34. Team Trevino is alone in sixth place with 31 points, while Team Snead is next with 25.
Teams Vardon and Nicklaus are tied for eighth place at 25 points apiece.
In the individual events, winners included Darryl DiMilo for longest drive, Larry Stull for longest putt and Ed Pump and Scott Omstead for closest to the pins on holes #5 and #16.
Lowest gross score honours of the day went to Scott Wilkinson, who shot a two under par 33, while Van Tan had the lowest net score of 31. Jason Tiessen, Greg Zimney and Darryl DiMilo tied for second with low net rounds of 32.
It was a quiet night for skins as only Greg Dunmore, Ward Hutchins and Les Young managed to pick one up.
This week’s team in the spotlight is Team Sarazen, featuring Ken Steingart, Steve O’Hara, Mike Herbert, Brian Plumb, Tim Towle, Ralph Warkentin, Dan Musuronchan, Matt Quiring, Brian Klassen and Derrick Hutchins.
Gherasim posts +11 in progs golf
(Robyn Jadischke photo)
The Leamington Rookie Lakers, sponsored by UniFab Enclosures, took to the field Tuesday, June 19 against a strong Essex team. It was a close fought game that saw several double plays. It came down to the wire as Essex scored to tie it up in the top of the 7th inning. That put Leamington under pressure to score and they responded by loading up the bases followed by Jason Friesen driving in the game winning RBI. Pictured above, Conner Bergen slides into second base as the LDMBA Rookies fight hard against the Essex Yellow Jackets.
Leamington Travel Baseball Home Games
Rookie: Tues. July 3, 6:30 pm
Peewee: Sun. July 8, 1:00 pm
Peewee: Sun. July 8, 3:00 pm
Mosquito: Tues. July 10, 6:15 pm
Bantam: Thur. July 12, 6:30 pm
Wednesday, July 11
OPP Charity Golf Tournament at Kingsville Golf & Country Club
Contact Shelley 519-735-2424
shelley.hoffman@ontario.ca
Saturday, July 14
OVA Beach Volleyball Tour at Seacliff Park Beach www.velocityvollebyball.ca
Wednesday, July 18
Community Living Essex County 22nd Annual Charity Golf Classic at Fox Glen Golf Club, 11 am shotgun start. 519-776-6483 ext. 246
Saturday, July 21
UMEI Watermelon Golf Tournament at Erie Shores Golf Club. To register contact UMEI 519.326.7448
Tim Horton sponsors FREE SWIMS At the Kinsmen Recreation Complex Mon. July 9 • 3 pm – 5pm Sat. July 21 • 1pm – 3pm Sun. Aug. 12 • 1pm – 3pm Thurs. Aug. 23 • 3 pm – 5pm
June 19th provided a sunny but hot day for 48 Progs members. Congratulations to Bill Gherasim for his excellent play and posting an impressive +11 for Team B. Apparently Bill was not faring too well after 5 holes until he purchased some magic elixir from the Snack Shack. Is that legal? Coming in second from Team A was Larry Roberts with an impressive +9. +8 was secured by Ernie Schmidtgall from Team C and John Rutgers from Team D. Team B came in with a disappointing –31, followed by a much improved –9 by Team D. Coming in second was Team C with a +4. The winners on Team A, with a +11, include Joe Verhoeven, Danny Adams, Ron Gagne, Jim Jones, Don Chalcraft, Mark Grabb, Roger Cote, George Turnbull, Ron Koop, Larry Roberts, Bill Stackpoole and Steve O’Hara. This time, Bill Gherasim knows what Ken Steingart felt after posting the best score only to have
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LACE UP LEAMINGTON for the CBC Live Right Now campaign! LEAMINGTON is INVITING EVERYONE TO WALK the trails, parks and waterfront promenade. Each Tuesday and Friday early morning from 6:30-7:15 a.m., come join Councillor Hilda MacDonald as she leads the walkers! Meet at the Complex parking lot, straight out from the front doors.
Register now for the Summer Session
• Red Cross Swim Lessons for all levels: daily for a 2-week period, or once a week throughout the summer with morning, evening or weekend options.
• Complex Summer Day Camp is being offered all summer long, weekdays throughout July and August. Kids ages 4-7 and 8-12 will have loads of fun swimming, skating, doing crafts and playing games galore. Plus there’s a different theme each week to keep the kids excited and coming back for more. Register early for Summer Day Camp!
Over 35 Fitness & AquaFitness classes per week during the summer. Our certified, dynamic fitness instructors have a very strong following to their classes. Come see for yourself how invigorated and energized you become taking part in a fitness class with others!
Arts @ the Marina: Saturday and Sunday, June 30 and July 1, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Check out all the artisans handcrafted items for truly unique gifts and home décor!
“Sunset & Quintet” concert by Windsor Symphony Orchestra: Friday, July 6 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. on the NEW performance platform at Seacliff Park. Bring lawn blankets to sit on the side of the hill looking down toward the beach! (Lawn chairs can be used at the top of the hill.)
Calling All Seniors! Come to the Complex any weekday morning and see just how many young retirees and seniors are taking part in Complex programs. This active group of seniors are working out, socializing, playing badminton and pickleball, attending a fitness class, doing lane swims or aquafitness, and relaxing in the soothing effects of the saltwater pool. They’re competitive and also having lots of fun! You can spend a ½ hour in intense training or you can spend 2 or 3 hours going from one area to the next. Weight room orientations are available to guide you around the weight and cardio equipment. The Complex has so many diverse programs!
Check out the Complex Summer Activity Guide at www.leamington.ca/recreation and register in advance. We’ve got programs for ages 4 months and up, children, teens, adults and seniors. However, courses have to be cancelled if registration numbers do not meet the minimum required to run the course. So don’t be disappointed – register early!
his team falter. In the skins department, Bill Gherasim notched 2 net birdies, with one each going to Eddie Schachowskoy, John Rutgers, Ernie Schmidtgall and Frank Gow. The payout was $12 for each skin. Wayne Quinn did not win any money last week. A grief counsellor will be on site next time in case it happens again.
Three golfers had the pleasure of playing with Fred Klassen. Many on the golf course have experienced the kindness and the wrath of the golf gods. The golf gods sure liked Fred. Fred started his round with 2 pars and 2 birdies, accumulating more than half of his required points. If Fred hit the ball in the trees, the branches opened wide and let him through. On bladed chips, with the ball blazing to the pin, little hands from the pole bounced it harmlessly to within birdie range. The holes seemed to expand as his putts approached. It was fully expected that the waters would part to allow safe passage of any misguided shot. Now Fred ended up with a respectable +6, but it wasn’t about the score – it was about friendship and having a good laugh. Hopefully all the groups had a similar experience. Way to go Fred!
senior golf scramble successful
By Bob McLean
On Tuesday, June 19 the Talbot Trail golf course was in excellent condition and the weather was terrific for golf. Ninety-one enthusiastic seniors were placed in teams of 5 participants. Each team then played best ball on each shot, but each member of the team had to have at least one of his drives used by his respective team. After a shotgun start, everyone commenced play seeking to achieve the lowest team score.
The winning team came in with a superb 33 result. The players on the team each received 6 new golf balls for their outstanding effort. The winning team members were: Tom Hyatt, Paul R. Brown, Dave Pilmer, Bill Ward and Ken Elliott. Three teams tied for second place as they shot praiseworthy 34s. Each member of these teams received three golf balls. T3G3 winning players were: Al Matthews, Stan Brophey, Andy Orsini, Doug Langlois and Tom Sasso. T6G1 players were: Gerald Rivait, Larry Hillman, Vic Reynaert, Dick Mackenzie and Bob McLean. The final winning seniors of T7G1 consisted of: Iggy Arner, Gerald Wilkinson, Andy Gould, Clarence Ware, and Lloyd Symons. There were 5 teams at 35, and another 4 teams achieved 36. The other 5 teams played well and enjoyed the first scramble experience.
Despite a stiff breeze in Bill Ward’s face on #7 hole, he managed a terrific shot to win the closest to the pin honours for his fellow team members. Bill’s playing partners were: Tom Hyatt, Dave Pilmer, Paul R. Brown, and Ken Elliott. Joe Vertel’s outstanding shot on #9 gave his partners closest to the pin honours. His playing associates were: Pat Hill, G. Paul Brown, Ron Delciancio, and Ed Woelk. All the winning team members received $10 for the noteworthy shots.
In the Talbot Trail League draw, Larry Hillman and Dick Mackenzie were the winners.
Youngster Linus Bachmeier, one of the league’s sweet swinging super seniors, was congratulated on Tuesday as he celebrated his 91st birthday.
Special thanks to club manager, Greg Coulter, and his staff for serving all 91 of the hungry and thirsty participants so efficiently.
Also, thanks are extended to Tom Dunn, Ken Elliott and Paul R. Brown on cooking the hot dogs and hamburgers so well. The course is in superb condition. Thank you to Derek Brown and his staff for their diligent work.
More things to ponder…
“I’m hitting the woods just great! But I’m having a terrible time getting out of them.” – H. Toscano
“Someone once told me
that there’s more to life than golf. I think it was my exwife.” – B. Lansky
“When your shot has to go over a long water hazard, you can either hit one more club or two more balls.”
Ladies play Tin Whistle
On Tuesday, June 19 the Erie Shores 10-hole ladies league played a game called Tin Whistle. First flight winner was Annie Pump (80), second flight Erika Grabb (75) and third flight Gloria Thiessen (63). Chips-ins were Tym Brannagan on #16, Dorothy Mastronardi on #5, and Essie Gulliver on #16.
Peewee Lakers rally to beat Belle River
Trailing 10 to 4 after three innings the visiting Leamington Peewee Lakers battled back to tie the game at ten before rallying for three runs in the seventh on their way to a thrilling 13 to 10 victory over the Belle River Braves.
It was a defensive play that helped ignite the Lakers’ comeback win. In the bottom of the fifth with bases loaded, second baseman Kameron Wall stabbed a line drive, touched second and threw to first baseman Kyle Wall for a rare triple play. In the sixth inning Kameron Wall turned a double play.
“The triple play really sparked us,” said coach Dylan Montague. “It was the first one I had seen in organized ball and it seemed to take the wind out of the Belle River offense.”
In the seventh with the game tied, Brett Enns started the inning working the Braves pitcher for a walk. He stole second and third and scored on Ryan Wall’s single. Emilio Gomez then smashed a home run to build a 13 to 10 lead.
Lucas Lamotte powered the Leamington offense with a pair of doubles and two rbi’s.
“Despite the high score, it was the defense that won this game for us. The kids showed a lot of heart,” added Montague.
Jessica Jeffery earned the win on the mound striking out four of the seven batters she faced in the final two innings.
The Peewee Lakers are sponsored by South Essex Fabricating.
Mosquito Lakers battle back to tie
Leamington Domino’s Pizza Mosquito Lakers travelled to Windsor on Saturday evening and battled back in their last at-bat to forge a 7 to 7 tie with the Walker Homesite Major Hawks.
Trailing 7 to 4, the Lakers rallied to tie the contest, then held the Hawks scoreless in their home half of the inning.
“I think both teams will look back at this game as one they let slip away,” said coach Dan Dominguez. The Lakers had two players thrown out at the plate trying to score and stranded nine baserunners in six innings.
Rowan Massad led Leamington with a pair of hits, his singles ignited a pair of scoring rallies. Billy Friesen, Eric Willan, Jonathan Fehr, Justin Wiebe, Eric Wright, Collin Wall, Kyle Fehr and Michael Wiebe all had one hit each. J. Fehr, Wright and M. Wiebe stroked doubles.
Massad, an AP playing his first game of the season, also made a big play defensively in the final inning. Massad playing centre field threw out a Walker Homesites player trying to stretch a single into a double.
First-ever no hitter in JSMSL
Around the league in Jose’s Southpoint Men’s Softball League: Bashers routed the Monkeys in game 1 as their starting pitcher dished out the first-ever no hitter in JSMSL history by winning 24-0 and Bashers took game 2 as well 12-7... Dawgz took both from the Buds as they won 12-2 and squeaked out an 18-17 victory in game 2… Grinders continued their tear on the league as they won both against Guardian Pharmacy 17-5 and 15-6… Don Johnston Electric split with Desert Storm losing game 1 by a score of 4-2 and then pulled off an extra inning rally by winning game 2 by a score of 11-6. This series featured some strong defensive play by Don Johnston Electric in turning multiple double plays in game 1 and striking out 4 Desert Storm batters in game 2. They were also led by some clutch hitting in game 2. Teddy Bradley played some stellar defense at third, as did Rich Segedin at short and birthday boy Justin Imeson looked solid in his debut in left field. DJE game 1 starter Nick Chorba struck out 1 of the Desert Storm batters… Car Barn was able to string 2 consecutive wins from Colt 45s by winning 11-7 and 11-8… Pirates took both games from the Dirty Farmers as Craig Howe walked in the winning run in the 8th inning of game 1 to make the final 6-5 and then 13-7 in game 2.
Willan and Friesen handled the pitching duties, both hurlers recorded six strikeouts each and combined to hold the Hawks to only six hits. Friesen looked especially sharp shutting out the Hawks in his three innings of relief.
Around the league Bashers routed the Monkeys in game 1 as their starting pitcher dished out the first ever No Hitter in JSMSL history by winning 24‐0 and Bashers took game 2 as well 12‐7; Dawgz took both from the Buds as they won 12 and squeaked out an 18‐17 victory in game 2; Grinders continued their tear on the league as they wo Guardian Pharmacy 17‐5 and 15‐6; Don Johnston Electric split with Desert Storm losing game 1 by a score of 4 then pulled off an extra inning rally by winning game 2 by a score of 11‐6. This series featured some strong defensive play by Don Johnston Electric in turning multiple double plays in Game 1 and striking out 4 Desert Storm batters in Game 2. They were also led by some clutch hitting in game 2 (notice how I didn’t mention any names). Teddy Bradley played some stellar defense at third as did Rich Segedin at Short and birthday boy Justin Imeson looked solid in his debut in Left Field. Oh ya and DJE game 1 starter Nick Chorba struck out 1 of the Desert Storm batters; Car consecutive wins from Colt 45s by winning 11‐7 and 11‐8; Pirates took both games from the Dirty Farmers as Craig Howe walked in the winning run in the 8th inning of game 1 to make the final 6‐5 and then 13‐7 in game 2.
Collin Wall of the Mosquito Lakers slides in safely at third base as Essex overthrows the base.
Martial arts students show well at competition
Students from Ruthven Martial Arts entered a tournament hosted by Copeland’s Martial Arts at the St. Denis Centre in Windsor on June 9. Many participated and several medals were won against the impressive competition. Logan Terron won a silver medal for his weapons kata, Kari Janik won a bronze medal in fighting, Meagan Earl won a bronze for her kata and gold in fighting, and Liam Froese won bronze for his kata. Other medal winners include Drennan Vince who won a silver medal in fighting, Matt Sabelli won two bronze medals for kata and fighting, and Liam Croshaw also won two bronze medals for kata and fighting.
2nd annual Little Caesar’s tennis tour coming to the area
The 2nd annual Little Caesar’s Tennis Tour is returning to the area this summer. The tour is for tennis players (boys and girls) living in Southwestern Ontario who are NOT playing in Three Star OTA tournaments.
This is a non-profit tour run totally by volunteers who wish to improve the opportunities for high school aged tennis players. Four tournaments (all singles) are scheduled:
• July 14 in Chatham: to enter or for information contact Larry Lahey, 519-3541833, lahlin@sympatico.ca
• July 28 in Sarnia: contact Bob McLeod, 519-5428713, mcleod3@cogeco.ca
• Aug. 11 in Kingsville: contact Ross Barnwell, 519-326-7474, rbarnwell@ ldmh.org
•Aug. 18 in London: contact John Hatch, 519-6522205, johnhatch60@hotmail.com
There will be two age groupings: BU14 and GU14, BU18 and GU18. Under 14 is defined as under 14 on Jan. 1, 2012. The player may turn 14 after this date.
Awards: Tennis bags, complements of Little Caesar’s Chatham, will be pre-
Winterline returns to Two Creeks concert series
Popular bluegrass performers Winterline take their name from the main street of their hamlet – Grande Pointe – in northwest Chatham-Kent.
The group has been nominated this year for numerous awards, including most promising group and best vocal group, by the Bluegrass Music Assocation of Canada. They play everything from the Beatles to Bill Monroe to Miranda Lambert to Rhonda Vincent – in other words, something for everyone.
Taking to the Two Creeks stage July 1, the ensemble features Gabe Gagnon on guitar and vocals; Joyce Gagnon, mandolin and vocals; Ron Jubenville, banjo and vocals; Bernie Caron, mandolin and vocals; Ken Robichaud, dobro; and Jared Lozon, upright bass.
For more on the group, check them out at www.myspace. com/winterlinebluegrass
The Two Creeks concerts, held Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on the Weil Stage in the natural amphitheatre at the conservation area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1, continue throughout the summer.
Admission is free, but the hat is passed to defray the expense of bringing in performers and to continue the volunteer work necessary to maintain the site. Refreshments are available from Wheatley Scouting.
Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the atmosphere. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are held under the pavilion. You can also bring used household batteries for recycling.
For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca, e-mail info@twocreeks.ca or call 519-324-6988.
sented to the four winners at the end of the summer (Aug. 18 tournament). The winner of each age group will be the player who has garnered the most points over the summer: 1st place 10 points; 2nd place 8 pts; 3rd
place 6 pts; 4th place 4 pts; 5th place 2 pts; 6th place 1 pt.
Fees to enter each tournament are nominal and may vary, but will be very reasonable.
Ruthven Martial Arts students, front row left to right: Liam Froese, Chantal Janik, Noah Parr. Back row: Logan Terron, Ryan Terron, River Balazsy, Kari Janik, Meagan Earl. Not pictured but who also participated are Matt Sabelli, Scott St. Denis, Drennan Vince, and Liam Croshaw.
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Midget Crows win consolation title
By Bryan Jessop
For the first time, the midget Sun County Crows were tested against teams outside their zone — a test they passed with flying colours.
On Sunday, June 17, the team of 15- and 16-year-old players made a one-day trip to Arthur to participate in the Arthur Aces Invitational Tournament. Eleven runners and goalie Austin Agocs made the trip, as one of the team’s three affiliate (bantam-age) players was the only runner who could not attend. At the end of the day, the Crows came home with the consolation title plaque.
Crows head coach George Shyduke. “I thought fatigue was going to be a problem — when you play three games in one day, you should have more than 12 players.”
For each team, results of the first game of the tournament determined whether they would continue playing on the championship side or the consolation side. Sun County narrowly lost this opening game to the Mississauga #2 squad in a 4-3 decision.
“Our players realized that they were still in the game after the first period,” Shyduke explained. “They kept trying really hard for the rest of the tournament, even when they were down by a goal. In our zone (Zone 7 of the Ontario Lacrosse Association), the teams are really good and we’re still learning. One of our goals was to do well in this tournament — we knew that this is what our testing ground would be.”
spot in the Consolation final.
“Going into a one-day tournament with 11 guys, I was a bit worried,” said
Regardless of Game 1 results, each of the eight teams faced a do-or-die situation in its respective Game 2. The midget Crows eliminated the Brampton ‘Maroon’ team 6-2, capping their first victory of the 2012 season and earning a
Sun County’s third and final game of the tournament pitted it against the Kitchener #2 group. The teams found themselves in a 2-2 stalemate following regulation play, forcing a 10-minute session of overtime. Kitchener took the lead in the extra-minutes stanza, but the Crows fought back and forced a 3-3 tie thanks to a Tyler McLean goal prior to the game’s fourth buzzer. The tension level was elevated for the double overtime period, a sudden death frame that allowed the winners to take home the Consolation side plaque and forced the losers to return home empty-handed. McLean provided the game-ending heroics, giving his Crows a hardfought 5-4 win by scoring 1:33 into the fifth period.
“(Goaltender) Austin Agocs was phenomenal in all three games,” said Shyduke. “He stopped a ton of shots, like he always does.”
Whether or not the results of the Arthur tournament, the only one of the year for the midget Crows, has an impact on Ontario Lacrosse Association ranking remains to be seen. New for this year, the OLA is updating rankings for each team in each zone on a weekly basis — any changes are made on the website www.mylaxrankings.com, each Wednesday. Previously, the midget Crows were unranked, as a minimum of five reported games results must be submitted before a team is assessed a ranking.
The Arthur tournament was established for C and D teams. In Zone 7, the Crows do regular season battle against travel teams from Windsor and London (both of which are supported by teams in their own house league levels) as well as squads from Wallaceburg and Sarnia. Shyduke’s team has recorded regular season losses to Windsor and Wallaceburg of 13-2 and 13-0 respectively and more recently, an 8-1 loss against Wallaceburg.
The midget Crows consist of Quinten Adams, Agocs, Alec Brown, Austyn Dyke, Dalton Enns, Logan Farfanick (affiliate player), Sean Graham (affiliate goaltender), Justin Lein, Nickolas Leipold, Rylee Martin (affiliate player), Cody Mifflin, McLean, Seth Parent, and Eric Rawlins. Shyduke is joined on the bench by assistant coaches Larry Brown, Dale Hillier and Kevin Tracey, trainer Ray Adams and manager Stacey Tipper. Most midget Crow players hail from Leamington, joined by two from Tilbury, one from Essex and another from Kingsville.
Sun County midget Crows head coach George Shyduke talks strategy with goaltender Austin Agocs during the first intermission of a June 19 game against the London Blue Devils at Heinz Arena. London won 8-6.
Surrounded by London Blue Devils, Sun County’s Cody Mifflin picks up a loose ball.
Quinten Adams of the midget Sun County Crows approaches the London net. (SUN Photos)
25th annual bike tour
Art Roth has been leading a group of people on a bike tour every spring across Essex County for the past 25 years.
The first trip was to Holiday Beach. For several years the group cycled all the way from Windsor to old Camp Henry at Point Pelee and back. “Only one year did we cycle outside Essex County. One of our members was getting sick on the Jiimaan, so we decided in 2010 to bike inside Rondeau Provincial Park. There was heavy rain that night, but not much wind. When we returned to Pelee Island the next year we heard how windy it was the year before,” recalled Roth. This year was the 25th anniversary of the ride. On June 2 and 3, Roth led a group of 33 on a two-day bike-a-thon ride on Pelee Island. “Lots of kids have learned the joy of bike touring starting with this event. The sponsor is All Saints’ Anglican Church in downtown Windsor, but other churches and individuals participate as well. Funds raised go to an NGO with a well-established development project in Haiti.”
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Would your children know what to do? Kids Safety Day teaches kids to have fun
Keeping children safe is a big responsibility. There are so many things that children want to explore and experience and it only takes one little mistake for tragedy to happen.
The annual Kids Safety Day brings children aged 6-12 together in a common theme – to learn how to have fun safely. This year’s event will be held on July 4th at the Eugene Whelan Experimental Farm near Woodslee.
The children will rotate through 8 different morning stations featuring fire safety, grain flow safety, lawnmower safety, electrical safety and more. Presenters include OPP officers, firemen, teachers, farmers and others experienced in their field. The afternoon will begin with a live PTO demonstration, followed by a testimonial by Ron Ricci, a local high school teacher who lost his arm, as a child, in a PTO accident.
The day will end with a presentation by the 4-H Farm Safety Club. Registration is $5 and in-
cludes lunch, a t-shirt and a take-home bag. Registration forms are available online at essexfarmsafety@yahoo.ca
For further information call 723-2230. Parents are welcome to stay and learn. Children younger than 6
safely
must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Volunteers are always welcome.
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Left to right, Adam Beckett, Emily Buschman, Summer Harnden, Calvn Colaizzi. (Photo Submitted)
Ensemble celebrates family leadership and community partnership
“You’re never just a parent,” Lisa Raffoul was told when she joined the Windsor-Essex Children’s Restructuring Committee fifteen years ago. Amongst area executive directors, lawyers, CEOs and other community leaders on the committee, Lisa noticed that it was the voice of parents that was heard above all else.
“It didn’t take long for me to realize that family leadership and partnership within the social service, health and education systems was extremely important,” says Raffoul, lead parent consultant at Ensemble. Parents are an integral part of the support team and their involvement is invaluable for ensuring positive outcomes for their sons and daughters who have a disability.
Ensemble’s 5th Annual Dinner held on June 6 was a celebration of partnerships between families and professionals. Each year Ensemble celebrates and honours an organization and an individual that has gone above and beyond to support family leadership in our community. Ensemble is supported by Community Living Essex County and the agency was recognized for their vision for family leadership and for supporting the concept of parents as professionals within the support system.
The Windsor Essex Catholic District School Board was the organization awarded for their collaboration in producing a video called “Did You Know?”, an idea which came from Cathy Geml, Associate Director of Education for the Catholic Board. Geml said that when she received a call from a parent who said to her, “did you know ...” she realized that it was important for all school board staff to know about and understand the challenges that parents in extraordinary situations face each day. The video was produced by the Catholic School Board in partnership with Ensemble to
be used as a training tool for professional development of all school board personnel.
The theme of this year’s dinner was “the power of inclusion”. Inclusion is a community effort that requires a shift in thinking, a commitment to diversity, and a desire to create a positive environment for everyone to reach their full potential. Michelle DiCarlo, parent consultant at Ensemble, had invited her son Nicholas’ teacher, Vanessa Corona, and Grade 8 students Mackenzie Cochois, Philip Bakos, Victoria Grandi, Jason Jurakosky and Wade Ferriss of St. Peter Catholic Elementary School to be this year’s guest speakers. Vanessa demonstrates a commitment to inclusion that inspires her students to take a leadership role in creating a respectful and nurturing environment for everyone. “As parents of children with disabilities, we often focus on how inclusion benefits our children, however, inclusion benefits everyone,” stated Michelle DiCarlo. In a dynamic presentation, Vanessa and the students shared their perspectives on inclusion, stressing how each of us is unique and everyone belongs! “Children of today are our leaders of tomorrow and these students have demonstrated how to celebrate differences and include everyone in all things,” said DiCarlo. “We are extremely proud of them.”
The transition from high school to adulthood for young people with a disability is not easy. Kevin McShan, a graduate from the Journalism program at St. Clair College, is a role model to all of us. Parent consultant Jackie Barraco introduced Kevin as this year’s individual award winner. Born with cerebral palsy, Kevin is no stranger to barriers and personal trials. It was his determination and tenacity, along with the support of his family and his community, that helped Kevin achieve his goals. Kevin has contributed to the work of Ensemble with presentations at various community events and on his television show with CFTV called “No Limits”. Barraco stated, “Kevin is always there to participate and to promote consumer and family leadership. He is a dedicated person and has accomplished so much in two years.”
The evening was an inspiration to all people who attended and Lisa Raffoul thanked the families for their perseverance and commitment to their children. “If we believe, they will achieve!”
From left to right, Ensemble members Lisa Raffoul and Michelle DiCarlo, guest speaker Vanessa Corona, 2012 award
recipient Cathy Geml of Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board, and Jackie Barraco, Ensemble member. In front is 2012 award recipient Kevin McShan, journalist with CFTV- Leamington.
Bikers offer rides at Sun Parlour Home
Sun Parlour Homes residents proved that you’re never too old to ride.
On Friday, June 22, several of the facility’s residents took up offers from local Christian Motorcyclists Association members for a leisurely yet invigorating ride around the property’s laneways. An estimated 60 of the home’s 206 residents gathered outside the front entrance area to watch, ride or do both as they were paid a visit from most of the CMA’s dozen Windsor-area members.
“We’ve had lots of nice events to take residents out to, but this is the first time an event has come to us like this,” said Sun Parlour Homes administrator Bill MacDonald. “I’m not sure who enjoys this more — our residents or the bikers. One thing’s for sure, it does wonders for the image of motorcyclists.”
Local CMA members arrived at Sun Parlour Homes around 11 a.m., at which point some joined residents for lunch before firing up their Hondas, Harleys and Kawasakis for rides around the property’s paved lanes. The idea for the visit was sparked after Sun Parlour Homes volunteer coordinator Dawn Adams had a conversation with CMA member Al Rupke, who described a similar event at a Wallaceburg retirement home. There, he rode around the facility with a 104-year-old resident.
“Dawn deserves the credit for this,” said MacDonald. “It’s a great idea and it wouldn’t have happened without her.”
MacDonald explained that the facility is always seeking out volunteers to help coordinate events for residents. Those interested in volunteering their services at Sun Parlour Homes can contact Adams at 519-
326-5731 extension 296.
The Wallaceburg and Leamington home visits were the first of their kind for the Windsor Christian Motorcylists Association group, who explained that they would be more than happy to make return visits to Sun Parlour.
“This is a great thing for the community,” said CMA member and director Ivan Audette, who arrived on a Honda Valkyrie with his wife Irene. “Just seeing the
looks on their faces tells everything. If we can put a smile on someone’s face and a twinkle in their eye, it’s well worth it.”
TOM GIGNAC
The Christian Motorcyclists Association is celebrating its 20th year in Canada, where it has about 600 members — the Windsor
chapter has been riding for the past four years. There are 22,000 CMA members in the United States and additional chapters in Europe, Africa and Australia. For more information on the organization, visit its website at www.cmacanada. ca
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The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Gary Pucke� & The Union Gap, The Grass Roots, The Monkees’ lead singer Micky Dolenz and The Buckinghams Friday, August 3 DAUGHTRY
Frankie Avalon Fabian
Rydell Saturday, July 14 AMANDA�MARSHALL Friday, July 20 HEART Saturday, July 28
HAPPY�TOGETHER�TOUR
Saturday, August 4
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Saturday, August 11
TONY�ORLANDO
Saturday, August 18
CALIFORNIA�DREAMIN’
Tributes to The Beach Boys, Jan & Dean, The Mamas & the Papas, The Rascals, The Ventures, and many others� Thursday, August 23
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RUSSELL�PETERS
Saturday, September 15
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Sunday, September 16
Saturday, October 27
Nelda Shepley offers a hug to Christian Motorcyclists Association member Daniel Beveridge after a ride around the Sun Parlour Home laneways.
Christian Motorcyclists Association members of the Windsor area line up along the front facade of Sun Parlour Home.
Ninety-two-year-old Dorothy Fysh goes for a spin around the laneway of Sun Parlour Home with Christian Motorcyclists Association member Peter Groen. (SUN Photos)
Pets can suffer from heatstroke too!
Most pets adapt to seasonal temperature changes without issue, provided owners use common sense in their day-to-day care. But extended periods of sweltering heat and humidity pose
serious dangers to the most doted upon pets.
Dogs are particularly at risk, given an inefficient cooling system that releases heat only through panting and minimal paw secre-
Congratulations JESSICA CERVINI
Frank and Anne Cervini are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter, Jessica from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Arts Honours Psychology with a Minor in Women Studies. She will be returning to U. of W. for her Bachelor of Education. Love, Mom & Dad, Nonna and the rest of the family!
Congratulations
Michaela Maeve Matheson
Mark & Shannon Matheson are proud to announce the graduation of their daughter, Michaela Maeve from Nipissing University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Enjoy every day. Best wishes, Mom, Dad, Cheyne and Anna
tions. Plus Fido doesn’t have much say in how long or when he is exercised, how much shade is available, whether the water in his bowl is cool, or if he’s hauled around on errands (really bad idea during a heat wave).
Cats, while susceptible to heat stroke, are given more freedom to find cool spots to rest, either indoors or out. They tend to become lethargic during heat waves which helps regulate their body temperature. Providing a
Thank You
WIPER (PEPPER)
Thanks to our family and friends for joining us on June 10 to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. We appreciate all the well wishes, cards, gifts and food for the party.
Special thanks to Mom and Dad Wiper for helping set up for the party, bringing and serving food, greeting the guests and cleaning up afterwards.
An extra special thank you to Mom Pepper for planning and hosting the whole shebang – from calling everyone, recruiting helpers, ordering/arranging for the great food, setting up, serving and cleaning up. (We hope you kept all your notes and lists because we’ll expect you to do it all over again for our 50th. After all, you’ll only be 90!)
Thanksagaintoallfor sharingthedaywithus!
Terry&Barb
steady supply of cool water is most important. Here are tips to keep your precious pooch safe and comfortable during oppressive summer heat:
• Restrict Activity. Take walks and plan other strenuous activity for early morning/late evening hours. Observe your dog for signs of heat exhaustion such as excessive panting, difficulty breathing, bright red gums and tongue, thick saliva or lagging gait. If you suspect heat stroke, cool him with wet towels and moderately cool water (not ice or ice cold water, as this could make things worse). Seek veterinary attention immediately.
• Avoid Hot Surfaces. Paws are not little shoes, and a dog’s feet can burn easily on sizzling asphalt, concrete and other surfaces that hold heat. Give it the “hand test” first and if too hot, stick to grassed areas.
• Home Alone Is Cooler. Resist the temptation to take your pooch on trips around town during heat waves. So much can go wrong, such as your car breaking down or griddle-hot upholstery that can burn tongues and paws. And never ever leave a dog unattended in vehicles which become virtual “ovens on wheels” during the summer.
OBITUARY
Morris Ford Morris James Ford, 82 years, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 19, 2012.
Beloved husband of Betty (Latam) for over 63 years. Cherished father of Penny Arquette (the late Bill – 2010), Kathy McCormick (Ron), Laurie Crozier (Bruce). Loving grandfather of Bobbi and Chris Hodgson, Brent and Jaclynn Arquette, Jeff and Stacey McCormick, Kyla and Luis Guardado, Joel and Holly McCormick, Kristie and Todd Young, Matthew and Jennifer Crozier, Andrew Crozier and Nicole Martin, Adam Crozier, and the late Bonnie Arquette (2001). Great-grandfather of Kayla, Ryan, Cameron, Ben, Zackary, Logan, Kacey, Miguel, Kaeden, Gavin, Alyssa and Katelyn. Dear brother of Ron Ford (Marion), the late Lyle Ford (1988). Dear brother-in-law of Louise Schiller (Helmut), Mona Reid (the late Claire), Donna Latam (the late Don), Dorothy Latam (the late Bruce), Eva Symons (Jack), the late Roy Latam, the late Lloyd Latam (the late Jean), the late Hazel Bradley (the late Bud). Many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.
Morris was a longtime dedicated employee of Fox Ready Mix and a member of Faith Everlasting Church. Visiting was held at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631).
Funeral service celebrating Morris’s life was held on Friday, June 22, 2012. Rev. Larry Brush officiated. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made by cheque to Faith Everlasting Church.
Friends may send condolences or make a charitable contribution online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
The South West 1812 region is flying colours
If you look around the communities of Chatham-Kent and Windsor-Essex you will see one vivid commonality. Many communities in the area have come together to de-
clare themselves part of the War of 1812 Community. Pole banners are waving and South West 1812 flags are being hung to commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812.
“The sense of community that these banners evoke is unmistakable,” said South West Region War of 1812 Project Facilitator Kyra Knapp. “Our communities, big and small, are coming together to recognize the importance of our region in the War of 1812.”
The following is a list of the communities who are participating: Chatham, Dresden, Essex, Leamington, Oxley Beach Golf Course, Ridgetown, Sandwich, Tecumseh, Tilbury, Thamesville/Bothwell, Wallaceburg, Wheatley and Windsor.
SOUTHPOINT SUN
3 BEDROOM APARTMENT for rent. Lower unit. Own laundry room + entrance. Call between 9am - 9pm. 519-324-0185. Available Aug. 1st. jn20-tf FOR RENT
MANOR APARTMENTS
Security Building Fridge & Stove Utilities included For viewing please call 519-322-1924 tf
SUTTON PLACE APARTMENTS
2 bedroom available. Fridge, stove, dishwasher, secure building with 24 hour surveillance & elevator. Call 519-326-8746 or 519-564-5772 tf
ANTENNAS
JACK RICCI ANTENNA SPECIALIST - HDTV antenna systems, satellite dishes, aiming & accessories, specialty and non-denominational free religious programming. TBN 3ABN 7th Day, etc. on G19 satellite, burglar alarms, telephone, paging, intercom and background music systems. Sales and service. Prewire your new house. 519-326-8973, ricci@mnsi.net. ma9-jun27
PARKING LOT PICKIN' acoustic jam every Saturday, noon - 3pm, Rebel Cowboy Music, 15 Talbot West, Wheatley. 519-8253330. All ages, instruments and levels welcome! jn27
PRINTING: Business envelopes, invoices, flyers, business cards, custom print jobs, whatever your printing needs, call Rick at The Wheatley Journal for quick and economical service. 519-825-4541. tf
QUALITY GUITAR REPAIR by Reese. Will service all stringed instruments. Over ten years experience, custom work available as well. Next day pickup upon request. Cell: 226-344-1142 Home: 519-825-4707. ma30-tf
ELECTROLUX SALES & SERVICE: Complete line of vacuums and shampooers/ floor polishers. Will provide free estimate on Central Vac installations. Contact Dan Bailey. 519-825-7698. tf
FOR SALE
MEETINGS
T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Weigh in from 6 pm - 6:45 pm, meeting from 6:45 pm - 7:30 pm every Monday at Wheatley United Church. Call Cheryl at 519825-9194 or Ellen at 519326-0730 or visit website: www.TOPS.org. Everyone welcome. tf
MUSIC LESSONS
MUSIC AND VOCALlessons in Wheatley, all ages and levels from professional musicians in all genres of music. Ask about our family plan! 519-825-3330. jn27
SEEKING REGISTERED MASSAGE therapist to work in Leamington. If interested please contact 519-2419324 or email monikarmt@hotmail.com. jn27-jl4
BUSY RV DEALERSHIP looking for RV Technician. Will consider apprentice. Woodworking and plumbing skills an asset.Fax resume to 519-326-6567. au24-tf
DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED
Leamington Dental Health Center Dr. William Bailey & Dr. Huy Nguyen Certified Level 2, Dental Assistant FULLTIME Drop off or email resumé to: 8 Clark St. W. Leamington, N8H 1EY
Renew Physiotherapy is seeking a REGISTERED
HOTPOINT FRIDGE AND stove, Frigidaire freezer and Danby fridge, all for $500 or best offer. Good working order. 519-326-2479. jn27
YARD SALE - 116 CLARENCE(off Bennie), Leamington. Fri & Sat June 29 & 30, 10 am - 2 pm. Bathroom sink, doors, household items, bedding, clothing and much more. jn27
to work in the Leamington clinic. If interested please contact the clinic at: 519
DRIVERS WANTED AZ DRIVERS (2 Yrs. Exp.) AND OWNER-OPERATORS REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY for U.S. Cross Border, Domestic. Company Paid Benefits, Bonus & Paid Orientation. Call Bill @ 1-800-265-8789 or 905-457-8789 Ext. 299, Email: willemk@travelers.ca.
LAIDLAW CARRIERS VAN DIVISION require experienced AZ licensed drivers to run the U.S. Premium mileage rate. Home weekly. New equipment. Also hiring Owner Operators. 1-800-2638267 DRIVERS WANTED: Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & benefits pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time, Valid License w/air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE.
LCV TEAM DRIVERS in Cambridge, ON.
TRANSFREIGHT OFFERS - Consistent Work Schedule, Competitive Wage & Excellent Benefits, No touch freight, Paid Training. REQUIREMENTS - Verifiable 5 Year TractorTrailer Experience, Clean MVR for last 3 years. To Apply: Call 855-WORK4TF (967-5483). Send resume to work4tf@transfreight.com. Visit: www.transfreight.com.
Full-Time AZ FAST Approved Company & OwnerOperator Drivers Wanted - Home throughout the week, Competitive rates & benefits, Incentive Program, Paid waiting time & border crossing. Recent Graduates will be considered. TOLLFREE 1-800-567-2609 ext. 230, ext. 208 for Owner-Operator Inquiry. Fax 519-644-9059, www.elginmotorfreight.com
STEEL BUILDINGS
STEEL BUILDING - HUGH CLEARANCE SALE!
20X24 $4,658. 25X28 $5,295. 30X40 $7,790. 32X54 $10,600. 40X58 $14,895. 47X78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
BLOWOUT BUILDING SALE. DRASTICALLY REDUCED!” 25x30 $5,995. 30x40 $8,445. 40x60 $13,995.
EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.
CERTIFIED GM TECHNICIANS are required at a very busy GM dealership in Slave Lake, Alberta. Up to $45./hour plus benefits and relocation allowance. Will consider 3rd year or higher ASEP. Email resume: dom.lefebvre@gmail.com.
CERTIFIED BODY TECHNICIAN required at a very busy GM dealership in Slave Lake, Alberta. Experience with water-borne product preferred. Up to $40. per hour flat hour plus benefits and relocation allowance. Email resume: nsdeas@gmail.com.
MANAGER OF TRACK POSITION. Kelowna Pacific Railway Ltd (KPR) has an immediate opening for our Manager of Track position. The successful candidate will become part of an experienced management team and will oversee track maintenance and track capital work while insuring regulatory compliance and safe work practices and must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a track supervisor. KPR operates on 120 miles of Class 1 and Class 2 track in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, between Kelowna and Kamloops. This position works out of our Vernon, BC offices. Please submit resumes and any questions you may have regarding this position to: info@khawk.ca
EMPLOYMENT ALBERTA: Journeyman Sheet Metal Mechanic Field and Shop Fabrication/ Refrigeration Mechanic/Plumbers/Pipefitters. Overtime
Recreation Complex Fitness Challenge
The Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex offers noon hour fitness classes from 12:15-12:45 Monday through Thursday each week throughout the year. Mondays and Wednesdays is the Pilates Tummy Tuck class led by Mary Ann Laub, and on Tuesdays and Thursday is Fit in 30 led by Rosie Salive. During the spring 2012 session the Complex had a Fitness Challenge: the more you exercise, the better you feel, and the better chance to win one of three great prizes. Cathryn Frauenlob won the final draw for a pair of Sport Sunglasses donated by Dr. Richard Kniaziew. Left to right: Mary Ann Laub, Cathryn
Barons suffer first loss
After knocking off the Harrow Sr team 5-0 last Wednesday, the Leamington Barons Senior Men’s baseball team suffered their first loss on Sunday when they got shut out 5-0 in Woodslee.
Brian Moore pitched the complete game on Wednesday allowing six hits and tallying three strikeouts. The Barons’ bats got going early in the game with four of their five runs coming in the 1st inning. Chris Youssef went 2-3 with two singles and one run scored, Steve Feltz went 2-3 with a double and a single, and Ryan Sellon went 2-4 with two singles, one run scored and one stolen base. Also chipping in offensively was Steve Avelar who had 2 RBIs on a double and Jeremy Tiborcz who had a single and a stolen base.
Greg Mastronardi was the starting pitcher in Sunday’s loss in Woodslee giving up five hits and three runs in five innings pitched while Willy Froese pitched the final two innings giving up two runs.
The Barons still sit in 1st place in the Essex County Senior League with a record of 7-1. Their next game will be this Wednesday (June 27th) in Leamington against Windsor at 7 p.m. on diamond 7 at the Kinsmen ball diamonds. They will start by completing the game that was called in the 5th inning due to rain on Sunday, June 17th. The game will continue where it left off with the Barons leading 6-0. Once that game is finished they will play their regularly scheduled game right after.
Frauenlob, Rosie Salive (instructor).
Glenda Tremblay won a $50 gift card from Rona in the second Complex Draw. From left to right are: Amanda Smith (Manager of Recreation), Mary Ann Laub, Glenda Tremblay. (Photos submitted)
Deb Mastronardi won a $50 gift card from Source for Sports in the first Complex draw. From left to right are: Amanda Smith (Manager of Recreation), Mary Ann Laub, Deb Mastronardi, Rosie Salive (instructor).