Southpoint Sun March 28, 2012

Prescribed burns completed at Point Pelee Park

Prescribed burning was completed in savannah sites at Point Pelee National Park last week. The objective of the prescribed burns at Sparrow Field and West Beach, both located south of the Visitor Centre, was to reduce the amount of invasive grasses and plants. The burns were successful. All areas south of the Visitor Centre are now open.

The next step to restore these savannah sites will be planting native grasses and flow-

Late Wednesday afternoon, March 21, Leamington OPP responded to a call regarding a vehicle discovered in Hillman Marsh near County Rd. 37 and Mersea Rd. 2 in Leamington. According to police, a silver 2001 Ford Windstar was three-quarters submerged in the marsh approximately 50 metres from the shoreline. The vehicle had been reported stolen in Tecumseh on the morning of March 20. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or London OPP Communication Centre at 1-888-3101122.

Barn fire totals

$10,000 in losses

Leamington Fire Services were called out to a fire at a steel barn in the 1900 block of Fox Run Road at 4:35 p.m. Monday, March 26. Twenty-one firefighters spent approximately 3 hours on the scene. The fire was caused by a lawn tractor parked too close to a straw bale. Approximately 20 large bales were involved, extending to the structure. The fire was contained quickly and firefighters were able to utilize equipment onsite to move the bales outside to minimize the damage, which is estimated at $10,000.

ers. This will provide food and shelter for many birds, butterflies, and reptiles in the Park.

Looking to lend a helping hand? Volunteer to plant native species by calling us at

Fire-trained Parks Canada employees from Point Pelee and the Eastern Canada fire team were busy last week performing the 2012 prescribed burn at Point Pelee National Park.

The Mayors Challenge is on!

Get ready Leamington! Get ready Kingsville! The challenge is on – Leamington Mayor John Paterson vs Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos in the Mayors Community EWaste Collection Challenge, hosted by Voices of Youth in Community (VOYC) and Computers for Kids.

Mark your calendars and save the dates. Bring your old computers, cell phones, TVs, printers, fax machines, radios and electronics to your scheduled e-waste collection location. The winning community will be determined by the total weight collected.

Who will be the community to earn bragging rights as Community E-Waste Collection Champions? The winning community will be announced before Victoria Day.

The idea originated when participants of VOYC wanted to create an event that would help support a local charity and also make a positive impact on the local environment. VOYC Program Coordinator Wanda Rodrigues contacted Computers for Kids and together they have organized two separate e-waste collection events.

“We decided to have some fun with the event and add in some friendly competition. I contacted both Mayor John Paterson of Leamington and Mayor Nelson Santos of Kingsville and asked if they would lend their support with a community challenge. The agreed, so full bragging rights are at stake and community pride!” said Rodrigues.

Leamington’s collection date is Saturday, April 21 at the

Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk Street. Donations will be accepted between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. VOYC volunteers will be onsite.

Kingsville’s collection will take place a week prior on Apr. 14.

For a complete list of acceptable items for donation visit www.cfkcanada.org or contact Wanda Rodrigues at 519-733-8983 ext. 22. You can also visit VOYC on Facebook.

Voices of Youth in Community (VOYC) is a program developed by the Youth and Family Resource Network of Essex County in partnership with the United Way and Leadership Windsor/Essex. VOYC provides mentor support to assist in the development of leadership skills and volunteer opportunities, as well

Book launch by Leamington author at Arts Centre

In 2007 Kelly MacLellan herself faced the question, “Is this all there is to my life?” Realizing a need for change, she left all that was familiar to her in Canada and created for herself the life of her dreams—to live in the Caribbean! MacLellan knows firsthand that anything is possible if you put your heart and soul into it.

Follow Your Heart to Discover Your Life Purpose helps to answer the question, “What do you want from your life?” MacLellan states we each have a life purpose and the ability to bring this purpose to life. Using a variety of exercises and activities, readers are encouraged to pierce the silence of their imagination, reconnecting once again with the voice of their desires.

Following that voice, readers are able to create a clear vision for their lives, allowing them to work towards making that vision a reality.

A special reception and book signing is being held at the Leamington Arts Centre on Thursday, March 28 from 7 - 9 p.m.

Leamington Mayor John Paterson

Kingsville Mayor Nelson Santos

Water system woes - Council defers any decisions until April 16

Monday evening, March 26, Leamington Council met in special session to consider what to do about the problems that have become apparent in the municipal plan for the water distribution system. The report they considered identified concerns in three areas: the adequacy of the distribution system itself, the financial burden that has arisen due to historic assumptions that are proving not to be true, and the provision of nonpotable water by LADII in competition with municipal drinking water.

Before the meeting got going, Mayor Paterson made it clear to the people present that the meeting was being held for information only, that no major decisions would be made, and that the goal of Council was to learn enough to be able to come up with policies that would be “fair and equitable” to all. He also made it clear that he wanted to put rumours to rest.

Part of the problem Leamington Council had to consider relates to this question of ‘how much water’ is needed for greenhouse expansion. Planning dating back to 2002 was based on a “benchmark” maximum daily water demand of 10,000 imperial gallons per acre per day for greenhouse tomatoes, and other greenhouse crops were translated into “equivalent acres”. This involved a lot of estimates about the number of plants per acre. The number of acres of greenhouse expansions had to be estimated too. The upshot of all this

estimating was a projected peak demand of 12.71 million imperial gallons per day [MIGD], or, 57,800 cubic metres per day [m3/d].

By 2004 this amount of water had been revised to 13.18MIGD (59,900m3/d).

More recently, the benchmark used has been lowered to 8,000 imperial gallons per day (36.4m3/d).

Why all this calculating?

Water pressure cannot be allowed to drop so low that fire hydrants are useless. People living next to a greenhouse need enough water pressure to take a shower. But if water mains are far too large, the residual chlorine level in the water can drop too low, and the pipes have to be flushed. It is a delicate balance that pivots on knowing what peak demand from greenhouses will be. Just reading the meter once a month does not provide that information, just as adding up the annual water bill does not indicate how much water was needed in a given hour, week, or month. So, one of the recommendations that Leamington Council will have to decide is how to get the information it needs (in an affordable manner) to

verify or alter the hydraulic model it is using.

When the most recent rural trunk lines were installed a decision had to be made about how to pay for them. A trunk installed up the former train tracks to the 6th Concession in 2003 cost about $11 million and $7 million of that was to satisfy greenhouse expansion. A subsequent extension from the 6th to the 11th Concession in 2007 cost $3.7 million for extra greenhouse demand.

The decision was made to pay using a combination of discounted Development Charges and “premium” water rates being charged to greenhouses. The premium being charged was pegged at 29¢ per 1000 gallons (6.41¢ per m3). The assumption was that this premium would, over time, pay the roughly $15.6 thousand per acre that the Development Charges had been discounted. It had the added advantage of reducing the ‘up front’ cost of developing new greenhouses, helping to keep greenhouse development attractive to investors. A problem has become apparent, however. The drain

on the water main replacement reserve is not being repaid fast enough. The report to Council points out that almost $2 million will be required to fully fund the 2011 greenhouse Development Charges discount. (This money is taken from the water main reserve.) If the 200 acres proposed for greenhouse development in 2012 occurs, the water main reserve account will be required to fund a further $3 million on the discount. In essence, the combination of a Development Charge discount of 79% plus a premium on water used is not enough money to keep the system running. So, another recommendation to Leamington Council is to reconsider the discount/premium repayment model to see if there is a more appropriate system that will ensure that costs related to greenhouse development do not get shifted onto the backs of ordinary ratepayers.

Because of the massive cost of installing rural trunk lines to satisfy current and future water demand, a second planning decision was made to ‘phase in’ water main construction.

This is where LADII comes into the report. “The

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Needless to say, this economic necessity does not exactly match the demand of existing field farm operations nor those that wish to construct new greenhouse operations. So what is to be done when water cannot be supplied at this time? Perhaps worse, what is to be done when an application for a new greenhouse has the potential of using up all of the capacity of an existing water line? Third, what if an existing potable water user wishes to switch to non-potable water for a better yield?

Turning tables...

RCA Victor, 45 and 33 rpm, vinyl record, FM radio, amplifier, high fidelity, turntables and stereo. Chances are, if you are familiar with any of these terms, your family home may have housed a ‘hi-fi’ or high frequency stereo back in the fifties, sixties and seventies. Ours did, and recently with the addition of a new piece of furniture into our home, memories from that era resurfaced with the drop of a record and the touch of needle.

night he played non-stop for well over two hours, and surprisingly there was not one song that I did not recall, almost word for word. Each of these songs, at one time or another, had emanated from either our FM stereo at home, on our car radio (set at CKLW,) or from my big brother’s sweet ‘stereo’ system in our basement.

After my father-in-law passed away, his family members each acquired some meaningful contents from his home. Pictures, sofas, knickknacks were some, to name a few. The hi-fi system that now sits in our family room brought with it not only a wonderful sound, but also a stack of albums that, when spun, evoked a trip down memory lane.

Our new hi-fi system is housed in a lovely wooden unit. It looks slightly different than the one I recall from my own childhood, but the basic design is the same. Speakers classily hidden behind the cabinet’s front panels, a top with a center section that cantilevers up to expose the turntable, with controls that include FM, AM and phono capabilities. The recessed area stores 20 or more ‘33’-sized records.

My brother had one of the largest vinyl album collections that I could have imagined, including a variety of music genres ranging from Gordon Lightfoot and Elton John to Frank Zappa and The Allan Parson’s Project. My own measly (but special no less) record collection included Earth, Wind and Fire, Supertramp, Pablo Cruise, the soundtracks to Saturday Night Fever and Grease, and I have to admit a 45 of Sean Cassidy’s ‘Da Do Run, Run.’ What was I thinking?

On the first weekend that we re-christened the hi-fi into our home, we flipped through all the albums. The covers on Gordon Lightfoot, Roger Whittaker, Johnny Mathis, Herb Alpert, The Tijuana Brass, James Last, Al Hirt and The Sound of Music are some that wistfully took us back to our parents’ era and our childhood.

While these songs played, memories flooded my mind. My parents’ hi-fi was in our living room, one of the coziest rooms in our home. In the center of our house, it was usually a peaceful place to go. The FM radio played soft reflective music much of the day. It was in this room that I recall lying beside my mother, listening to music like Jonathan Livingston Seagull, while mimicking her as she did her daily exercises, including leg lifts, calisthenics and stretches. I especially remember ‘taking flight’ when my mother would place her feet on my tummy and lift me into the sky. Moments like these were ingrained into my very soul and have become integral in forming my need for exercise, music and daily routines.

This past weekend, Mark, two of our friends and I attended the Burton Cummings concert at Caesar’s Windsor. Prior to going, I searched through the fog (not the one outside, but the one in my mind) to recall songs that Burton sings. That

As I write this article I am listening to a Bee Gees album, “Spirits Having Flown”, lent to us by our neighbours. It’s anything but a “Tragedy”.

Saturday night, friends and neighbours joined us with their collection of records. We discussed whether or not our own children’s generation would ever experience a music era like we did. Our generation socially shared music at dances, concerts, house parties, and while cruising around in cars together. I recall moments of solitude when I donned my brother’s large headphones, but, unlike our kids, these moments were usually alone, not in public with iPod or a phone’s ear buds plugged in continuously. Will their musichit artist be able to sing non-stop for a couple of hours to a sold out crowd of peers that can sing along to every song? Will that artist still look and sound like a rocker at 65, like Burton Cummings, The Moody Blues and Roger Daltry do?

The ironic thing is, our kids are listening to all of our classics and they are also enjoying a vast genre of their own music, not unlike what we did at the same age. It may not be from a hi-fi, but instead from a DAT, DAB or HD Radio tuner with fibre optics, USB ports and Wi-Fi support. Whatever the system is, music lives on, timelessly and tirelessly. Got to go. I have a huge redolent pile to uncover. I just hope they don’t skip!

“Long Live Rock & Roll.”

A foggy Monday morning along Deer Run Road.

(SUN Photo by Melissa McCarty)

Facebook ruining

high

school reunions

I graduated in 1988 and there’s been some talk about a 25-year high school reunion. Of course, I read about the initial rumblings for this reunion on Facebook, which made me wonder, has Facebook ruined the surprise and intrigue of the traditional high school reunion?

McThoughts

Think about it, most people travel many miles to return to their hometown high school reunion to see all the people they haven’t seen in years. They go to see who’s married, divorced, never married; who has children, how many; and of course we all want to see if the cheerleader is still as fit and if the star jock still has his hair.

I’m worried that Facebook has taken away that “unknown” factor of high school reunions. On Facebook I’m updated regularly on the mundane, everyday happenings of my former schoolmates. I know if they are “in a relationship” or single and by the pictures they post I can see how 25 years has aged them or not aged them in some cases. I kind of wish I didn’t know so much about my fellow Class of ’88 grads, but I do.

Heck, on Facebook I have friends from high school that I wasn’t even friends with in high school! Now that we’re just looking at pictures and sharing tidbits of personal information, apparently now we’re friends…

I wonder how many people won’t make the trip back home for the 2013 reunion because they already feel connected to their alumni through social media? It can’t be the same as actually seeing them! There are a handful of people that I have no idea what ever happened to them. They went away to college or university after high school and I never saw or heard anything about them again. This is rather odd, especially for me because I worked at my hometown newspaper for 20 years and ran into many, many parents and relatives of high school friends.

But still, there remains an elusive few who I’ve Google

searched, and Facebook searched and have come up with nothing. I guess it’s curiosity more than anything. I want to say that I was good friends with one girl who seems to have fallen off the earth since high school, but I kind of feel funny saying that since we haven’t talked in 25 years. I’d love to know how and what she’s doing though.

I guess it’s these small mysteries that will attract us to our high school reunions in the post Facebook era. At least we’ll have something to talk about at the reunion (and something to post about).

Special Events Sign Board Donated

Windsor Factory Supply recently donated a Special Events signboard to display all the expos and events taking place inside the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex gym. Tom Hyatt (left) of Windsor Factory Supply and Dave Orshinsky from the Complex unveiled the new sign. “We very much appreciate all of our local area businesses who come on board to sponsor the various projects and events taking place at the Sherk Complex,” said Orshinsky. “The Complex is very thankful to Windsor Factory for this great donation!”

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Water system woes

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LADII group, with support, at least in principle, by the municipality, created a pipeline system to service field drip irrigation needs. This addressed to some degree an issue the municipality was facing with excessive amounts of water being taken from the distribution system by field drip operations, particularly in the summer months.” With LADII also supplying greenhouse operations where municipal drinking water infrastructure exists a conflict arises: Development Charges that have been discounted cannot be recovered through a premium on the (municipally-provided) drinking water used because it has been replaced with the non-potable water that LADII provides.

Rather than get into a conflict with private enterprise, Leamington Council must devise a strategy that uses the strengths of both water systems for the betterment of all.

Unfortunately, that solution will take time, discussion and a lot of thought. So, for the time being, the report recommends that the application LADII has made to extend its line along Road 7 be permitted, but a temporary moratorium be placed on any other expansions into this defined western area until a plan can be developed.

Since three members of Leamington Council were absent, the remaining members were reluctant to jump to any decisions. On a motion from Councillor John Jacobs, consideration of the report and decisions on what to do about it have been deferred for three weeks to the council meeting of April 16th.

SHEILA McBRAYNE

IODE Antique Show

Karen Heaton, owner of Somerville Antiques from Hamilton, ON, shown with her display of Flow Blue China.

Above:

Right: Betty McCready of Transfomed Treasures, Windsor, ON.

Kaitlyn Nussey of Comber had fun trying on vintage hats at the 47th Annual IODE Antique Show & Sale which was held on March 17 and 18 at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex. (SUN Photos)

Spring planting

Within the next several weeks you should be receiving your bulbs or bare root perennials ordered or from last year’s winter storage. So this what you do to store them properly while waiting for that warm spring day planting.

BILL PLUMB

In the back yard...

It’s easy! First of all the bulbs need to be kept dry and cool to keep them from sprouting.

This time of the year, place your bulbs in a Ziplock bag and place them in the garage out of direct sunlight. Soak bare root perennials in water for an hour, then plant right away in pots until the outside temperatures are safe from frost.

The ideal temperature for storing most bulbs is 3545ºF.

Be ready when your bulbs arrive. If you need to hold your bulbs for some time, there is no need to panic. No harm will be done, but if it’s for over a week you will need to store them in an area below 45ºF. Here are some examples:

Lilies must be stored below 45ºF. If these bulbs start to sprout be gentle with them, taking care not to break them off, or your bulbs will be ruined.

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Dahlias and gladiolus can stand a higher storage temperature between 45-60ºF.

Canna lilies like 50ºF, but should never be allowed to dry out.

Calla lilies like it warmer, 60-70ºF.

Bare root perennials need to be as cool as possible without freezing, unless you plant them in pots as I prefer.

If weather conditions are still not cooperating, this is an excellent time to rake and clean the areas for planting and spreading compost over the beds. By doing this, it allows the nutrients of the compost to leach into the soil. This will certainly help your new bulbs and perennials to get a kick-start for the season.

After planting your bulbs, cover the planted area with chicken wire or sprinkle the area with cayenne pepper to keep the squirrels or any other furry creatures away from the garden area.

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The gift of time from a superstar

Floral, Saskatchewan’s gift to the world was a muscular, shy fellow with a nervous facial twitch and lethal elbows. Gordie Howe patrolled the right side of the ice at Olympia Stadium and other NHL and WHA barns for more than 30 years.

Arguably, Howe was the greatest. Gretzky scored more, Orr changed the game, and Bobby Hull had a better shot. Gordie Howe wins points in my books for his blend of excellence, power and endurance. In a “smash mouth” era when players were given more latitude to assault the opposition, Howe literally carried more guys on his back than Seattle Slew. As strong as an ox, Gordie would find his way to the net. Howe has always been a favourite of mine. He was the only hockey player in my dad’s eyes. Being that my dad didn’t follow the game that closely, Number 9 had to be

Thursday March 29 9 am - 4 pm at the Unico Building 37 Beech Street, Kingsville

JONES, BA, BEd

Stork Stork Report Report

Tiessen - Maida & Greg of Kingsville, a girl on March 6, 2012.

Weil - Lindsay & Matt of Wheatley, twin girls on March 6, 1012.

Lord-Gacey - Amy & Carlington of Leamington, a boy on March 14, 2012.

Friesen - Mary & George of Leamington, a boy on March 14, 2012.

Neufeld - Nela & Herman of Wheatley, a boy on March 14, 2012.

Pouliot - Dionne & Michael of Leamington, a girl on March 17, 2012.

Watson - Susan & Scott of Wheatley, a boy on March 19, 2012.

Tran-Truong - Thien & Vu of Leamington, a boy on March 19, 2012.

Caradonna - Pina & Nito of Kingsville, a boy on March 21, 2012.

Arnew - Angel & Timothy of Leamington, a girl on March 22, 2012.

Reneau - Sara & Jeff of Leamington, a boy on March 24, 2012.

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something special. Outside of watching Howe perform, the closest my dad got to the ice was when he reached for a Black Label at the Kinsmen Hall. Always the vicarious bigeyed son, if Howe was aces with my dad he naturally ranked high with me too.

Perhaps it was partly due to geography, but Howe was much more accessible it seemed. I also factor in that it was a different era in sports then, before the mega bucks, power agents and lunatic snipers. Celebrity athletes in the ’60s would often tour hospitals, cut ribbons at grand openings, and sign autographs for kids while participating in local charitable events. I’d be surprised to discover Barry Bonds wearing the three-tone shoes while Bowling for Big Brothers.

I’ve met Bobby Orr only once during an autograph session. I’ve watched the Great One play while with Edmonton. And Bobby Hull? I’ve hired him and his brother a couple of times to speak at banquets.

Then there’s Gordie, who I first met at the Dresden Arena. He was there to watch his boys play in a Junior C hockey game. As I recall, he saw more winter bombers, toques and scraps of paper than he did the game. I got my autograph as well as a playful tousling of my blonde locks from Number 9, who at the time was still active as the pride of the Detroit Red Wings.

I’ve since met and talked to Gordie Howe a half dozen times since that cold Friday night in 1968. The most recent occasion was a couple of years ago in the basement of the Masonic Hall in Windsor. Gordie and Johnny Bower were guest speakers for a fundraiser. Gordie’s presentation kept me on the edge of my seat as I leaned in to catch every word. It wasn’t that he was particularly fascinating, rather his soft almost wispy voice was barely audible above the shuffling of feet and chairs inside the room. However, compared to Johnny Bower, his voice resonated louder than the late comic Sam Kinison.

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, MARCH 29 - SECC Adult Day Away Program presents Wandering Risk & Registry Programs for Persons with Alzheimer’s / Dementia. 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Sun Parlor Home Auditorium. 175 Talbot St. E. Leamington. For more info or to RSVP call Maureen or Tammy at 519-326-0499 or email: dayaway@pppoe.ca. Light refreshments will be served.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31 - 4:30 - 7:00 pm - Roast Beef Dinner at Trinity, New California, 1005 Road 2 West, Kingsville. Advance tickets only. Call Bonnie at 519-733-2590. Tickets: adults $15; children 6-12 $6; children under 6 free. Support persons for people with Special Needs ~ Half Price. Limited accessible. Takeouts available.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31 & SUNDAY, APRIL 1Erie Wildlife Rescue Yard/Bake Sale, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., 11168 Tecumseh Rd. E. near Banwell Rd. Come for lunch. All indoors. Something for everyone.

SATURDAY, MARCH 31 - Kittenaide March Madness Adoption Day 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Petzone, 1715 Manning Rd. (EC Row). Ony $25 to adopt a fixed cat 6 months of age or older. Spring kittens $20. Info 519-324-2729.

APRIL - Show people facing cancer that they are not alone by supporting the Canadian Cancer Society’s 2012 Daffodil Campaign. Call 519254-5116 to volunteer or go to www.cancer.ca/windsor.

Howe shared a number of interesting stories that night. Someone in the audience asked why he had chosen number 9 for this jersey. “Was it because he idolized the Rocket? Did he know that number 9 would become the premiere number of superstars?” Gordie chuckled and complimented the gentleman for giving this so much thought. Gordie then confessed to picking the number. “On the old train cars, the odd number guys got the lower bunk. With number nine I wasn’t too close to the #!@%house, nor was I too close to the drafty exit doors.”

His best story that evening served as a powerful lesson in the law of nature. That unwritten law is “when you give, you’ll get back even more, regardless of the purity of your intent or expectation.”

It is the early 1960s. It involves a poor and humble usher at the Olympia, a golden watch, Gordie Howe and Ward Cornell, the long-ago host of Hockey Night in Canada prior to Dave Hodge and Ron McLean.

Walking into the old Olympia one night, Howe greeted a longtime stadium employee and usher who was standing near the entrance. Gordie asked the fellow what time it was rather than looking at his watch. The usher apologized, saying he didn’t own a watch. Gordie stopped in his tracks, removed his gold Red Wing watch that the team had awarded him and handed it over to the usher. Humbled, the man began to sob. Gordie felt good about his generosity but was thinking later to himself, “Damn, that was an expensive gold watch I just gave away.”

A couple of nights later, after playing against the rival Maple Leafs at the Gardens in Toronto, Mr. Hockey was awarded the first star of the game and was interviewed in the post-game show by Ward Cornell. For being a guest of the show, following the interview Howe was presented with a gift from one of the network sponsors. Back in the locker room, Howe unwrapped the gift and discovered not one but two gold wristwatches inside.

SUNDAY APRIL 1 - 2:00 pm, “April Foolishness” - Spring Fling for Guestwood Camp at Olinda-Ruthven, 1907 Queen Blvd, Ruthven. Admission $10 per person/$25 per family, support persons for people with special needs ~ FREE. Refreshments at intermission. All proceeds for GessTwood.

SUNDAY, APRIL 1 & TUESDAY, APRIL 3 - The Sun Parlour Players are holding auditions for the play Steel Magnolias at the Bank Theatre, 10 Erie St. S., Leamington. Women ages 17 to 70. Sunday, April 1 from 1-3 p.m. and 7-9, and Tuesday, April 3 from 7-9 p.m. For more info call 519-326-8805.

TUESDAY, APRIL 3 & WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4The Taoist Tai Chi Society will be hosting two Open Houses at the Leamington United Church, 9 John Street, Tues. Apr. 3 from 9:30 -10:15 a.m. and Wed. Apr. 4 from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. For more info call 519-255-9744 or visit www.toaist.org/frequently-asked-questions.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 - Easter is fast approaching. Canadian Blood Services reminds residents that making a donation before or during the long weekend will help ensure an adequate supply for patients in need. The next clinic in Leamington will be held at the Portuguese Club at 217 Talbot St. West from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. To make an appointment, or for more information, call 1 888 2 DONATE (1 888 236-6283).

MONDAY, APRIL 9 - Ladies, you are invited to a dinner evening at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $16. Guest speaker and soloist Barbara Johnston. Theme: "The Gift You Can't Afford to Live Without". Special feature: Lia Sophia Jewellery by Virginia Thomas. For reservations call by call by Friday, April 6 - Sharon at 519-326-0421 or Darlene at 519-733-5595. The evening is presented by Leamington Christian

Women’s After 5, affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.

FRIDAY, APRIL 13 - 6 p.m. the Leamington Mersea Historical Society is holding a Pasta Dinner/Variety Show & Dance at the Rhine Danube, Leamington. Singles welcome. Door prizes. Cash bar. Tickets $15. Contact Betty Fox 519-326-5916.

FRIDAY, APRIL 13 & SATURDAY, APRIL 149:00 am - 1:00 pm Indoor Yard & Bake Sale at Trinity United Church, New California,1005 Road 2 West, Kingsville. Something for everyone. Limited accessible.

SATURDAY, APRIL 14 - Mom2Mom Sale, 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., WFCU Centre (Community Centre entrance). 150+ tables of kids' items and local businesses. Free goody bags to the first 400 shoppers. Admission $1, kids get in free. www.mom2mom.ca/windsor.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21 - Voices of Youth in Community (VOYC) is hosting an e-waste collection event in support of Computers For Kids at the Leamington Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St., from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Donate our old computer equipment, television sets, cell phones and electronics. Do your part for the environment and help support the youth of your community. For more information visit www.cfkcanada.org or call 253 KIDSor visit VOYC on facebook for details.

SATURDAY, APRIL 21 - The Ontario Purple Martin Association will hold its next meeting at the home of Gilles and Judy Breton, 1963 County Road 27 - just south of Hwy 401 near Woodland Hills Golf Course at 9 a.m. Please bring your own lawn chairs. The public is invited to attend. For further information, please call 519-776-5777.

JOHN WEESE

Weese’s Pieces...

Cameras stolen in Wheatley B & E

The Chatham-Kent Police are looking for information in connection with a break and enter in Wheatley. At around 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday morning, March

20, police attended office of the Wheatley Journal and Leamington Southpoint Sun on Talbot Road West in regards to a break and enter. Sometime between March

19 at 6:45 p.m. and March

20 at 8:30 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered the business and stole approximately $3,000 worth of cameras and equipment.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Constable Tim Percy at 519-4366600 ext. 84922. Anonymous callers can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477) and may be eligible for a cash reward.

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Can you really make a difference?

Life offers an abundance of opportunities.

Traditionally, we have been taught to work diligently and honestly and opportunities will come our way.

LISA RAFFOUL Practical Advice...

For many of us, opportunity comes in a strange and unexpected package. It might be a recent diagnosis of cancer, a serious illness, a child who has a disability, an accident, job loss or even a death.

The first reaction to these life-altering situations is usually shock, disbelief, anger and denial.

Once emotions have settled, however, there is a chance for great things to happen. The tragic experience often lends itself to deeper thinking, greater learning and inspiration.

A new purpose in life arises and people want to make a difference. Terry Fox and Helen Keller come to mind. With their determination and inner strength, new social movements were started and the entire world was changed.

You don’t have to be famous to make a difference. Both Terry Fox and Helen Keller weren’t famous when their efforts began. They were inspired by what their personal experience had taught them and had a genuine interest in improving lives.

You too can make such a difference. See the clues and be aware of the possibilities. All it takes is one thought to get started. That thought has the potential to cause the

Face to Face program breaks down workplace barriers

The Windsor-Essex Employment Group is accepting applications from employers for the Face to Face job shadowing program, which takes place during National Access Awareness Week May 27June 2, 2012, a week dedicated to heightening the public’s awareness of disabilities.

Interested employers will provide an opportunity for a person with a disability to gain experience, confidence and connections in the workplace, while utilizing their talents.

Ontarians with disabilities remain significantly under-employed, with 55% of this population without a job. The Face to Face job shadowing program will provide a day and a half job shadowing experience for people with disabilities and encourages employers to focus on the abilities the job seekers.

same kind of ripple effect as when you throw a stone into the water. As you see the wave spread, the entire ocean can change. Same goes for making a difference in the lives of others.

“It is important for everyone, not just those with a disability, to be open-minded, to have the opportunity and to explore those opportunities available to them,” says Kevin McShan, who job shadowed at CBC last year.

NOTICE

TAKE NOTICE that Council of The Corporation of the Municipality of Leamington will consider the adoption of the 2012 Operating and Capital Budgets at the following meeting:

LEAMINGTON COUNCIL MEETING

Monday, April 2nd, 2012 7:00 p.m.

Leamington Council Chambers 111 Erie Street North

DATED at the Municipality of Leamington this 28th day of March, 2012.

Kim Siddall, Manager of Corporate Services

Phone: 519-326-5761 Ext. 1104

Email: clerks@leamington.ca

If you have a message to tell, share it. Get started. The possibilities are endless and the effects can change the world!

McShan is currently working as a general assignment reporter for CFTV34 in Leamington, and as the new host of “No Limits”, a show dedicated to the interests and needs of the special needs community which is set to premiere in the next few weeks.

The program benefits both the employer and the job shadow participant. Employers have the opportunity to reaffirm employment equity and raise the awareness of disability issues within their organization; participants are provided with interview experience, and an opportunity to observe, participate and network in a chosen profession.

The job shadowing days will be May 30 all day, and May 31 in the morning only. This will be followed by a luncheon and networking event for those directly involved in the Face to Face program.

The program is coordinated by the Windsor Essex Employment Group and supported by the Ministry of Community and Social Services who has provided the resources to make the program possible.

Employers are encouraged to consider all positions that may be available. For example, a trucking company should think beyond job shadowing a truck driver and consider options for administrative, janitorial or manual labour at their offices.

Those interested in participating or sponsoring the Face to Face program are encouraged to contact Rebecca at Rebecca@clwindsor.org or 519-974-4221 ext. 242. Follow the latest news related to Face to Face at www.clwindsor.org/ FacetoFace.

National Access Awareness Week was established in 1988 to promote better access for persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities represent a significant and growing part of our population (about 15% of people in Ontario, some 1.8 million people), and the unemployment rate for disabled persons is over 50%. Disability tends to increase with age and can happen to anyone at any time.

Kevin McShan of CFTV 34 in Leamington job shadowed at CBC news last year.

Seniors successfully returning home

Leamington’s Franklin Gardens

part of Home First initiative

As part of the Home First initiative, the Erie St. Clair LHIN (ESC LHIN) provided Franklin Gardens in Leamington with funding for six Transitional Care beds to be used in the Transitional Care program (also known as Convalescent Care).

The Transitional Care program provides seniors up to 90 days of enhanced rehabilitation in order to help them recover from an incident, such as a recent hospital visit, so they can return home safe, strong, and with the community supports they need.

“Transitional Care is about real seniors in our community who have encountered a hurdle in their health and need some help getting over it so they can go home,” said Gary Switzer, CEO, ESC LHIN. “On one hand, Transitional Care reduces ALC, is more cost effective, and improves patient flow. On the other hand, and perhaps more importantly, Transitional Care makes an impact because it gives seniors, family, and care givers hope – and hope is a foundation for recovery.”

Success can be measured in many different ways. While hospitals look at quality indicators, Franklin Gardens measures resident’s success through their smiles. Nothing makes a person smile more than knowing that they are going home, and through the newly-launched Transitional Care program at Franklin Gardens, residents are smiling a little brighter every day as they arrive into the program, receive treatment, and head home with renewed vigor.

On February 2, 2012, Franklin Gardens welcomed Raymond Bala, their first visitor, to the Transitional Care program. Over the past few weeks, Raymond’s rehabilitation has included an individualized care plan with a focus on daily living activities, physiotherapy for strengthening, and restorative care in order to support his transition back home.

In Raymond’s case, he’s working hard on regaining the strength to stand, walk, and generally become mobile again. To do this he receives care from a team that

includes a social worker, three restorative aids, and increased physiotherapy.

Being from the Windsor area, Raymond and his wife, Marjorie, have been able to use the Community Care Access Centre’s transportation service, provided free to those in the program. Raymond and his wife are both grateful that they are able to access the transportation service as it eliminates their concerns about being away from each other.

“Everyone’s goal is to help me get home,” said Raymond. “The staff look after me well and the transportation assistance for my wife takes a lot off my mind. There are good days and there are bad days, but I want to get better, go home, and play golf again.”

Even though the Transitional Care program at Franklin Gardens is new, they have already seen a few seniors return home with needed CCAC services. Raymond is looking forward to being another one of Franklin Gardens’ success stories, and although he may be the first patient to arrive he will certainly not be the last patient to be served by the program.

“The transitional program has added a new dimension to Franklin Gardens,” said Shelley Dobson, Administrator, Franklin Gardens. “It allows us to help prepare residents to return to their home within 90 days. By using our nursing and support services to their optimal capacity, we are providing a smooth transition from hospital to home.

What an exciting time for us as we explore new capabilities in delivery of care.”

In addition to improving the patient experience and quality of life, the Transitional Care program has a core benefit of reducing Alternate Level of Care (ALC) rates in Windsor/Essex hospitals. This means that local area hospitals have improved patient flows in their Emergency Departments.

Raymond and Marjorie Bala

Replacement of our Current Mammography Unit with ʻDigital Mammographyʼ Technology

• Digital mammography exams typically take less time than traditional film-based exams. (Although compression is still necessary).

• Physicians can zoom in and out of the breast images, and contrast can be lightened and darkened. Through an inverting feature, physicians can reverse from black to white, and vice versa, to help detect microcalcifications.

• Digital images give better visibility of the breast, particularly near the skin line, chest wall and in women with dense breast tissue.

• Physicians can electronically send digital images anywhere to be viewed on a workstation by another physician.

• Studies are showing Digital mammography alone is responsible for the increased number of cancers detected in patients with dense breasts that were not previously found using film screening.

• Expansion of the Mammography Suite.

Expansion of the Mammography and Ultrasound Suites

• The Mammography suite will be expanded (almost double in size) with provision for more comfort and privacy for patients. The new facility will also be wheelchair accessible.

• The Ultrasound suite will also be expanded with significant improvements that include private scanning rooms, improved dressing rooms and waiting area, provision for a fourth room for future expansion, separate clean and soiled utility rooms and a clerical area.

• Additional washrooms will be provided for.

• The Ultrasound suite and Mammography suite will be located next to each other for easier and more private movement of patients between the services if necessary (i.e. for additional studies or biopsies).

Ontario Breast Screening Program

• As part of the Mammography program, LDMH operates a satellite clinic for the Ontario Breast Screening Program for women over 50. Physician referral is not necessary.

194 Talbot W., Leamington, ON N8H 1N9 Ph (519) 326-2373 ext. 4143 Fx (519) 322-5584 rbarnwell@ldmh.org web: www.ldmhfoundation.ca We need

Bone Mineral Density Testing

• LDMH continues to offer Bone Density testing for women and men. Physician referral is required.

Sentinel Node Biopsy Procedures

• LDMH will soon be offering Sentinal Node Biopsy Procedures. Patients currently have to travel to Windsor or other sites for this procedure.

A sentinel lymph node biopsy is a surgery that takes out lymph node tissue to look for cancer. A sentinel node biopsy is used to see if a known cancer has spread from the original cancer site. A sentinel node biopsy may be done instead of a more extensive surgery called lymph node dissection. But if cancer is found in the sentinel lymph node at the time of surgery, more surgery may be needed to remove additional lymph nodes.

New Washrooms

• Plans include provision for a new wheelchair accessible washroom to serve the Diagnostic Imaging Department (in addition to Ultrasound washrooms) as well as a staff washroom.

Reception and Waiting Area

• The reception and waiting areas in Diagnostic Imaging will be redesigned to improve patient privacy and confidentiality as well as patient comfort. LEAMINGTON DISTRICT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

Ross Barnwell, Director of Development

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Kids Earth Day 2012 Contest: “I Act For the Earth”

Calling all kids! The Essex Region Conservation Authority and Earth Day Canada are inviting all students to take action for the Earth and to tell them about it. This year’s theme for the Earth Day Contest is ‘I Act For the Earth’.

ERCA and Earth Day Canada want to know what actions you take to help improve our environment in your contest submission, either in a photograph, an essay, a poem or drawing. Tell them about your efforts to recycle, to reduce energy use, to plant trees and to help teach your family, friends and neighbours to do the same. Tell them about the actions you’re taking to help make every day Earth Day!

If you attend school in Essex County, you are eligible to enter. Be sure to include your name, address, phone number, email address, parents’ name, your grade, and the name of your school with your submission. Submissions should not be copyright; by making your submission you are granting ERCA the right to use it on its website or as a part of other ERCA publicity. For other guidelines, visit the website at www.erca.org.

Entries will be divided into five categories ranging from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The deadline for submission is April 10, 2012. The winning entry from each category will receive a cool prize package and be honoured for their achievement at the Earth Day Tree Planting Celebrations in Windsor on Sunday, April 22.

Get creative, have fun and good luck!

M.D. Bennie Student Moves On To District Public Speaking

Kalin Lougheed won first place in the Primary Division at Royal Canadian Legion’s Zone Public Speaking Contest held March 18 in Belle River. Kalin will present her speech topic “School in Japan” when she competes at District level of the Legion’s Public Speaking Contest being held in Aylmer in April. Kalin is a Grade 2 student at M.D. Bennie Public School.

LEAMINGTON BLOOD

DONOR CLINICS

Held the 1st Wednesday of every month at the Portuguese Club 1-7 pm 1-888-2 DONATE NEXT CLINIC IS APRIL 4

Taylor Fish Company Is Changing

The Taylor Fish Company is changing and adapting to the times, but continues to be a family owned and operated freshwater fishing business.

With the closing of Omstead Food’s Retail Store, the family saw an opportunity to expand and continue to offer the frozen food products that the community has been accustomed to purchasing locally, with the addition of much, much more!

A visit to Taylor Fish Retail Store is exciting, especially if you enjoy cooking but want to avoid the time that can be associated with cooking good food. They offer convenience foods for a variety of tastes. Entertaining delicacies include shrimp, scallops, mussels and Rustic Italian Fire Roasted Cod. Barbecue enthusiasts will enjoy having on hand New York strip steaks, burgers, souvlaki, and everyone’s favourite – Brenner hotdogs. Pub foods include breaded dill pickle spears and BBQ pulled pork, and to nutritionally round out your meal a variety of quick-frozen vegetables are also available. Everything to keep your kitchen tasty!

Donna and John Hyatt are both enthusiastic about their new product additions and feel it will top off the variety of freshly caught fish they have available daily. They strive to ensure that all of their customers will leave with the knowledge of how to prepare their food purchases properly and to perfection.

John frequently travels to food shows and brings back with him a wealth of knowledge regarding the newest and latest food industry trends. The latest includes ‘slow foods’ that promote the development and sustainability of foods and celebrate local cuisine, while educating the consumer of the mportance of supporting local fishing and farming businesses.

Take a trip close to home and experience the specialty market that the Taylor Fish Company offers to you and your family.

2012 Harold Hewitt Scholarship

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

Windsor Family Credit Union (WFCU) is accepting submissions for the 2012 Harold Hewitt Scholarship. The Harold Hewitt Scholarship (HHS) was established in 2001 as a yearly contribution to the post-secondary education of youth in our community. Since 2001, a total of $57,350 has been presented under the HHS. WFCU continues the tradi-

tion by presenting a total of $5,000 to 16 youth through the HHS program this year.

Children enrolled in JK to Grade 12, are invited to answer, in no more than 250 words, “What change would make your community more appealing to people your age? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion”. Select submissions from each age category will be chosen and the authors will be named recipients of WFCU’s 2012 Harold Hewitt Scholarship.

Recipients from each age category will receive: JK - Grade 2 3 @ $100 each

Grade 3 - Grade 5 3 @ $200 each

Grade 6 - Grade 8 3 @ $300 each

Grade 9 - Grade 10 3 @ $400 each

Grade 11 – Grade 12 4 @ $500 each

This special scholarship was inspired by the late Harold Hewitt, WFCU’s long term Director on the Board whose dedication to the community was an integral part of the Credit Union.

Harold Hewitt Scholarship submission forms are available to download at www.wfcu.ca

Deadline for submissions to be received by WFCU is Friday, April 27, 2012 no later than 5 p.m. Details as to delivery methods are available on the WFCU Website – www. wfcu.ca.

Cardinal Carter Corner

Spring has sprung at Cardinal Carter and students are as busy as ever! We have had several special events at the school recently and are pleased to pass along congratulations to many deserving students.

In the Arts department, the revival of our school musical brought the Little Shop of Horrors to the CC auditorium in February. The cast did an outstanding job and audiences were very impressed with the acting and singing talent at CC.

Speaking of talent, congratulations is extended to the band Pulp City Inn who recently appeared on the national broadcast “Canada’s Got Talent” and succeeded in making it to the next round of competition (you can see their performance on the Canada’s Got Talent website; Toronto auditions). Pulp City Inn features grade 12 Cardinal Carter student Brandon Zuccato, CC alumni Justin Zuccato and Daryl Festa, and Brandon Lefrancois. Good luck in the next round of competition to this very talented band.

Visual arts students are participating in a number of exhibits including a juried student art show at the Leamington Arts Centre Mar. 28-Apr. 28; the CAW Local 200 and 444 2nd annual Working with the Environment Art Show and Silent Auction at Devonshire Mall Apr. 16-22; and the University of Windsor Secondary School Art Exhibit in the Visual Arts Building Gallery in May. Best of luck to our artists at these events.

GAMES (PG)

Evenings (Fri & Sat) 6:30 9:15

Evenings (Sun to Thurs) 6:45

Matinees (Sat & Sun) 1:003:45

Matinees (Sat & Sun) 1:153:45 MIRROR MIRROR (14A)

Evenings (Fri & Sat) 6:45 9:00

Evenings (Sun to Thurs) 6:45

Matinees (Sat & Sun) 1:153:45

In athletic news, five Cardinal Carter students competed against students from 39 schools at the Western Ontario Skating Invitational competition on Mar. 6 in Aylmer. Congratulations to Maggie Aziz who placed 4th in dance, 2nd in solo; Kerstyn Herring who placed 5th in solo; and Shaelynne VanOorschot-Fowler who placed 5th in dance.

In wrestling news, congratulations to Chris Slikboer, who participated in the OFSSAA championships in Peterborough Mar. 5-7. Although going in with an injury and tearing his hamstring the first day of competition, Chris continued to wrestle, finishing 10th in his division. Congratulations to Chris and the entire wrestling team for a job well done this season.

The Cardinal Carter dance team continued a tradition of excellence as they participated in the provincial dance competition in North Bay, Mar. 2nd-4th. In a competitive field of 470 dancers from 18 schools, the CC team returned with 6 first place finishes and 3 second place finishes. Special congratulations to Sabrina Mastronardi who earned a trophy for Outstanding Choreography Performance for her Hip Hop Duet and to Chelsea Gaffan who took home the trophy for her Large Contemporary Number entitled “Taken”. The CC dancers are to be commended for representing Cardinal Carter with dignity, maturity, energy and enthusiasm.

What else is happening at CC?

Gr. 9 and 10 Progress Reports were sent home Mar. 20.

Best of luck to grade 10 students who will be writing the Literacy Test Mar. 29.

MADD will give a presentation to gr. 11 and 12 students Mar. 29.

Set your goals so they’re just out of reach, but not out of sight.

Brandsource Gabriele Home Furnishings celebrate with

Angela serving samples of Vietnamese spring rolls.

Rolls with Sweet Chili sauce.

Mastronardi harvesting first tomato crop in Michigan

Mastronardi Produce has begun harvesting the first crop of tomatoes at their latest greenhouse in Coldwater, Michigan. Production is on schedule due to favorable weather in the area combined with the latest technology employed during the construction of this facility.

Groundbreaking for Coldwater commenced in the spring of 2011 with the initial 27 acres completed in time for December planting. “An additional 30 acres is on the planning tables for next year with our main focus remaining on efficiency and technology.” states Christopher Gill, Director of Greenhouse Operations.

Coldwater’s unique infrastructure includes grow lights that will enable 12 months of

continuous tomato production, which is a first of its kind in the Midwest. The overall greenhouse design with high trellises and optimal light conditions create an internal climate, which allow for the best possible growing conditions under glass. The facility has the ability to grow the highest quality greenhouse produce regardless of outside conditions.

“We greatly considered the strategic location of Coldwater Farms, we wanted a location that would enable us to bring fresh SUNSET® produce to more tables with less food miles and we are able to do this at this location for 4 neighboring states,” commented Kevin Safrance, Chief Operating Officer. “With the continuous rise of transportation costs, the decision to build our greenhouse in this location has proven ideal.”

“A huge thank you goes out to all the hard working companies and locals who helped keep this project running on time,” stated Paul Mastronardi, President. “With the latest innovations we implemented at our Coldwater facility, consumers can count on consistent year-round delivery of quality SUNSET® tomatoes.

Women Making a Difference Gala Fundraiser

Saturday, April 28

Women Making A Difference (WMAD) non-profit organization represents an amalgamation of women from all walks of life, background and ages sharing a common purpose - making a unique impact in helping one another locally and in our global world at large! Local projects have included Hiatus House, The Well-come Centre, Street Help/Unit 7 and Spirit of Excellence.

WMAD has built a strong partnership with International Needs Canada connecting it to International Needs Ghana, Africa. The goal is to provide clean water; a basic element of life to many remote villages of Ghana. To date, project “Coins for Clean Water” has made the difference, changing lives!

January 2011 the first WMAD mission team measured the first water project. Making Change for the remote village of Kanuwloe, Ghana, West Africa, a village of 800 residents. Did you know? Tainted water kills more people every year than all forms of violence including war.

“We need to end this daily process for women walking endless miles daily with their children on dangerous paths to carry a water jug home from infested ponds with disease. Our second water project was complete September 2011 for the remote village of Kpevikpo. To date, our third project is near completion for Dadome and Fakpoe which will reach 700 school children,” stated Nancy A. Bolton, Executive Director of WMAD.

“Think about it, we take our access to clean water for granted. What would your lifestyle be like without clean water? Clean water is life, existence and independence! You can help make life giving change in lives,” she stated.

The Gala Fundraiser, Changing Lives, is an opportunity to hear Mercy Senahe, a former Trokosi slave from Ghana, Africa. She will tell her an amazing story of transformation and liberation - The Call For Hope. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased by calling JoAnne Muegge (519-250-3945), jmuegge@cogeco.ca or Nancy Bolton (519-254-0418) nancyb@ wmadtogether.com. The Gala fundraiser will be held at the Dom Polski Club in Windsor. Committee members include: Blaze Wyderkowski, JoAnne Muegge, Debra Sharp, Stephanie Gill, Mara Derikx, Mary Neuman, Sidonia McIntyre, Lynn Fitzsimmons, Susan Stillman. Together we can all make a world of difference!

Bolton 519-254-0418 nancyb@wmadtogether.com Venue: Dom Polski Club

$5000 For Trails

On Wednesday, March 21, Cogeco Fibre Services personnel presented Mayor John Paterson with a cheque for $5000 for municipal trail development. The contibution was made to recognize the cooperation shown to Cogeco by the Municipality as they extended their fibre services in Leamington. From left to right: Heather Mazzotta, Fibre Services Account Manager (Cogeco), Mayor John Paterson, Leonard Collins, National Director Fibre Services (Cogeco).

Earth Hour 2012 this Saturday

Earth Hour 2012 is this Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Residents are being invited to join people around the world to turn off their lights for an hour to take a stand against climate change.

Earth Hour is a global WWF (World Wildlife Fund) climate change initiative that began in Sydney, Australia in 2007. It has grown into a huge international event with citizens

around the world showing that they are concerned about climate change. For more information, visit www.EarthHourCanada.org.

Earth Hour Eve at the Homestead

Saturday, March 31st, everyone around the world will be asked to turn off non-essential lights and electric appliances from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. local time. You can spend Earth Hour sitting around in the dark OR you can go to the John R. Park Homestead’s Earth Hour Eve program the day before and get inspired for interesting ways to experience life without electricity.

Visitors will learn the history of lighting at the electricity-free 1850s farm. Costumed guides will share some old fashioned tips for energy conservation, as guests participate in electricity-free activities that were popular in pioneer times. Activities will be conducted by candlelight and include playing old fashioned games and star-gazing.

Earth Hour Eve is held Fri. Mar. 30 at 7:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Cost $15. Register in advance in person, or online at www.onlineregistrations.ca/jrph. For more information call 519-7382029.

The Homestead is located at 915 County Rd. 50 East, on the lake between Kingsville and Colchester.

on Monday, April 2, 2012 (phone-in, walk-in, or drop-off/mail-in)

ADULT PROGRAMS:

• Over 50 Fitness & Aquafitness Classes per week

• Personal Trainers and Nutrition & Wellness Coaches

• 3 rooms of Weight & Cardio Fitness Equipment

• Indoor Walking/Jogging Track

• Salt Water Pool – Adult Swim & Lane Swims

YOUTH PROGRAMS:

Plus: Karate & Tae Kwon Do, Scuba Lessons, Masters Swimming, Racquetball/Squash, 55+ Badminton, Pickleball, Red Cross First Aid Certification, Triathlon/Duathlon Training (plus Group Runs & Group Rides), Prevention Program: coping with chronic illness, Mom and Tot Classes (Stroller Fit, AquaFitness)

Red Cross Swimming Lessons, Aquatic Leadership Courses, Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Triathlon Camp, Youth Development Volleyball, Basketball, Indoor Soccer, Jr. Racquetball, 4 on 4 Spring Hockey League, Red CrossBabysitter Course, Home Alone Course, Red Cross People Savers Course

FREE MORNING/EVENING CHILD CARE (see schedule) – while you work-out at the Complex!

“SWIMMING” OR“SKATING” PIZZA BIRTHDAY PARTIES

A punched tin lantern like those used by the pioneers.

Essex Region Conservation Foundation AGM

2011 was a successful year for the Essex Region Conservation Foundation, because of the efforts of many individuals working together towards the goal of creating a sustainable region.

“From those who sponsored the return of our annual golf tournament to the donors and families who took part in the Super Santa Run, to every vote cast in our Aviva Community Fund Campaign, it has been a busy year of collaboration,” said John Omstead, President, Board of Directors at the Foundation’s Annual General Meeting on March 7 at Willistead Manor.

The Foundation presented its 2011 Annual Report, highlighting its achievements for each of their five strategic priorities which guide the Foundation towards a shared vision with ERCA for 2020 to achieve a sustainable environment with healthy watersheds, highlighted by clean creeks and Great Lakes, thriving natural areas, productive agricultural lands; and vibrant places. The highlights of 2011 include:

Connecting the Region Through Trails – In 2003 CN, based on the success of the Chrysler

The Churches of Leamington and District Welcome You

ANGLICAN

St. John The Evangelist

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

Sunday Worship Services

8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

St. Mary’s Church

East West Road, Pelee Island

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

Calvary Church

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

BAPTIST

Calvary Baptist Church

475 Bevel Line Road, Leamington 519-326-0876

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

First Baptist Church

3 Fox Street, Leamington 519-326-4372

Sunday Worship 10:45 a.m.

CONGREGATIONALIST

Faith Everlasting Congregational Church

589 Hwy 77, Leamington 519-322-2994

Sunday Worship 11 a.m.

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

Saturday Services: Bible Study 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am

LUTHERAN

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

311 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-3966

Sunday Worship Services

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

Sonshine Lutheran

194 Talbot St. E., Leamington 519-398-8179

Thurs. Bible Study 7 p.m.

3rd Sat of mth Worship Sercvice 6:30 pm

MENNONITE

Faith Mennonite Church

269 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-6391

Sunday Worship Services

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

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

Sunday Worship Services

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

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

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.

Leamington United Mennonite Church

78 Oak Street East, Leamington 519-326-2727

Sunday Worship 9:45 a.m.

Summer Worship Services

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

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

Sunday Worship Services

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

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

Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.

South Point Community Church

55A Talbot St. W., Leamington 519-322-1858

Sunday Gatherings 10 a.m.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

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

Sunday Worship 6:30 p.m.

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

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

PENTECOSTAL

FGT Family Church

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

Sunday Worships 9:15 & 11 a.m.

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

Sunday Worship Services 10:30 a.m.

English/Spanish 6:30 p.m.

Canada Greenway, donated a 22km abandoned rail line between Essex and Amherstburg to the Essex Region Conservation Foundation. In 2011, with the support of local communities, service clubs and senior levels of government, ERCA prepared the trail infrastructure and built 5.5 km of the trail within the municipality of Essex. This trail, which intersects with the Chrysler Canada Greenway, brings the vision of a region connected by trails one step closer to reality.

Also in 2011, the Foundation entered into the Aviva Community Fund competition to seek funding to further develop the Essex to Amherstburg Greenway. The Foundation received positive feedback and promotional opportunities surrounding the Aviva Campaign and the proposed Greenway. Based on overwhelming community interest and support, the Foundation will be launching a formal Trail Campaign in 2012.

Preserving our Heritage – By conserving our heritage, we can foster a local identity based upon a sound understanding of our region’s unique history. The Foundation continues to raise funds to protect and restore our human heritage.

Protecting and Restoring our Environment - In 2011, the Essex Region Conservation Foundation’s partnership with the Windsor Essex Community Foundation (WECF) continues to enhance the visibility of the Islands of Green fund. This partnership broadens the awareness of the conservation, preservation, and protection of environmentally significant lands and enables both organizations to promote Islands of Green as an opportunity to leave a green legacy.

In 2011, WECF granted $20,000 to the Foundation from investment earnings on the Islands of Green Agency Fund, to support the protection and restoration of natural areas in the Essex region.

Supporting Education in Environment – In 2011 the Foundation was awarded a $10,000 Centennial Signature Grant from Union Gas to support ERCA’s Nature in Education program. The grant was awarded as the company marked its 100th anniversary of delivering safe, reliable, and affordable service to customers and communities in Ontario.

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 a.m. (English/Children’s Liturgy) 10:30 a.m. (OLBS, Wheatley, English), 3 p.m. (Spanish), 7 p.m. (Youth)

St. Joseph’s Church

310 Sherk Street, Leamington 519-326-2643

Saturday Mass: 5 p.m. (English) Sunday Masses: 9 a.m. (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.

Additionally, the contributions from John and Shannon Omstead, CIBC, and RBC Blue Water Project, continue to reflect their strong commitment to sponsoring our future through conservation education. This support enhances and develops a variety of education initiatives for students, teachers, and families to encourage environmental stewardship.

Building a Strong Foundation – The Foundation has undergone a significant renaissance since 2009 by creating a new logo and brand, updated communications materials, an updated strategic plan, and new member and donor engagement strategies. In 2011, the Foundation hosted the 3rd Annual Super Santa Run with over 300 runners dressed in Santa suits throughout the streets of Amherstburg. Almost $7,000 was raised at this event to go towards the Foundation’s fundraising priorities.

As well, after a brief hiatus, the Foundation’s annual golf tournament returned. It was held at Ambassador Golf Club with an excellent turnout and tremendous support from the community. This event raised $18,600 for the protection and restoration of our region’s natural resources.

The Essex Region Conservation Foundation supports ERCA by raising the funds required to reforest and green the Essex region, protect those significant natural areas that remain, plant new forests in strategic locations, restore wetlands, protect cultural heritage, and increase green connections through acquiring and developing trails.

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SAM�ROBERTS�BAND Friday, May 25

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Losses total more than $2.5 million in “Grandparent Scam”

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say that telephone and email continue to be great tools for con artists to take seniors and vulnerable citizens for hundreds or even thousands of dollars at a time.

Members of the OPP AntiRackets Branch say the Grandparent Scam or Emergency Scam has been around for many years, but it continues to wreak havoc in communities across Ontario.

In the usual “emergency” scenario, an elderly person receives a phone call or e-mail from a con artist claiming to be one of his or her grandchildren. Typically they claim to need money urgently and tell the grandparent: “Don’t tell Dad. He would very upset with me. Please send the money ASAP. I’m scared.”

Typically, the victims don’t verify the story until after the money has been sent through a wire transfer service or they have divulged personal banking or credit card information.

In 2011, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received 3,309 complaints of criminals using the Grandparent/Emergency Scam in Canada. Of those, 462 people were victims who reported a total loss of more than $2.5 million. Many more victims are reluctant to report the crime, either out of embarrassment or not knowing how.

Avoid being a victim:

• Ask for the name rather than offer it.

• Ask for help from a family member or a trustworthy friend.

• Verify identities or whereabouts of the “caller” with other family members.

• Don’t feel pressured to send money immediately.

• Don’t disclose personal financial information.

• CALL THE POLICE.

If you suspect that you or someone you know has been a victim of an “emergency” money transfer, contact local police service or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

FRAUD… Recognize it… Report it… Stop it.

4-H quilters learn to measure and cut

By Alexandra Salter

The Essex County 4-H Quilting Club met on March 12 and 13. The meeting was led by Sue, Bobbie and Kelli.

After the pledge the leaders explained how to measure and use the cutter, and how to cut the material. After they finished explaining everything the members were anxious to start cutting squares for their rag quilts. With the leaders and parents’ help, they start cutting the squares.

Coast-to-Coast search for the best sandwich

Put on an apron, slice up your favourite bread and let your taste buds lead the way! Chef Lynn Crawford and ACE Bakery have announced a search for the most sensational sandwich recipes this country has to offer through Canada’s Best Sandwich Contest.

“Versatility, portability and simplicity make sandwiches a summer staple,” explains celebrity Chef Lynn Crawford. “However, it can be easy to get stuck making the same sandwiches from day to day… ACE Bakery and I are hoping to inspire Canadians to think outside the bread box, and create innovative and original sandwich recipes that also deliver on taste.”

It’s time to put your secret chipotle mayonnaise recipe to the test. Canada’s Best Sandwich Contest will be accepting recipes on the ACE Bakery website (acebakery.com) from now through May 24, 2012. Submissions will then be reviewed and scored based on their taste appeal, creativity, innovation and originality.

On June 4, one regional finalist from Western Canada, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada will be announced. Each regional winner will be awarded a $1,000 cash prize, as well as a $1,000 donation to their charity of choice.

The regional winners will then be invited to Toronto to participate in the contest finals on June 22, where they will prepare their own recipes in front of a live audience. Final creations will be judged and the creator of the winning recipe will be awarded an additional $5,000 cash prize and $5,000 to donate to their charity of choice. Visit acebakery.com for contest details.

Jobs For Tomorrow promising occupations for the future

Jobs for Tomorrow Windsor Essex is celebrating the release of the Workforce Windsor Essex document “Promising Sectors and Occupations Windsor-Essex 2012-2015 Report”. This report highlights those economic sectors in Windsor-Essex that are likely to experience growth over the next 3 to 5 years.

In Leamington...

A presentation on March 29 at the Leamington Portuguese Club (10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) will also include a talk by Frank O’Dea, co-founder of the Second Cup, and Proshred Industries.

All are welcome to attend the presentation. Free lunch and refreshments will be provided, as well as the opportunity to enter a draw for an iPod Touch. Attendees will receive a copy of the report.

For more information contact Debra DiDomenico, Manager, GECDSB Employment Assessment Centre, at 519971-9698.

Peewees Win Penalty Free Sweepstake

Hockey Development Centre for Ontario held its annual Penalty Free Sweepstake this past January and C.A. Bailey coaches entered their team into the contest after playing a penalty free game against a Kingsville team this season. Thousands of submissions are made every year but only a few are selected to receive a sweepstake package. The team each received a polar fleece cap, wristband and a letter of congratulations. Two local businesses added to the package and the boys also received a free skate sharpening from Source for Sports and free Pizza by the Slice from 241 Pizza. Team members are, front row: Adrian Resendes, Tyler

Blake, Riley Fast, Joep Van Gellecum, Anthony Fehr. Back row: Coach Spencer Guyitt, Liam Jeffery, Nicholas Dicarlo, Tyler Rivers, Travis Friesen, Daniel Daoud, Nathan Dejong, Coach Davey Watson. Absent from photo: Zachary Wiebe, Dustin Wiebe. The coaches would like to thank the boys for making this season a great coaching experience.

Final baseball registration

This Saturday (March 31) is the final date for registering for minor baseball.

Leamington District Minor Baseball Association (LDMBA) will hold registrations at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and at Leamington Source for Sports from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

LDMBA offers baseball for boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 17 in the Leamington and Wheatley area.

“Any registrations after that date are subject to a late fee and will only be accepted if openings exist,” points out LDMBA president Sue Holiga.

LDMBA is committed to developing the baseball skills of area youth; to promote good sportsmanship among its participants; and to enable players to form and maintain positive relationships on and off the field. Baseball provides character-building experiences that will benefit throughout a lifetime.

Peewee AE ends season with a win and a loss

The Peewee AE team, sponsored by UFCW Local 459, ended their season with a win and a loss.

With a short bench due to March Break holidays, their first opponent was Erie Northshore on home ice. Two minutes into the game Devin Mills popped one in, assisted by Mitchell DeMelo and Royce Beauchamp. Midway through the first, Tristan Tortaro sent one from the point making it a 2-0 game.

The second period found Andy Collier, Hayden Mitchell, Aiden Rodrigues and Austin Unger continuing to put pressure on the goalie, but with seconds left Erie Northshore scored despite Dante DiMilo’s great goaltending.

Defensemen Lucas Lamotte played strong in the third and Cameron Richmond found his way to the net, making it a 3-1 victory for Southpoint.

The team traveled to Chatham for their last game of the season. With Jackson Ingratta, Derek Antunnes and Jarrett Phibbs back, the team put forth a great effort. DiMilo had another strong game in net but Kent took advantage of the power plays and scored two in the second. Unfortunately Southpoint could not find the back of the net and Kent scored once again in the third. The score was 0-3 as the final buzzer of season sounded.

REGISTRATION - LAST CHANCE

Saturday, March 31

will be held at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm and

Source For Sports 10:00 am - 1:00 pm For details visit: www.leamingtonminorbaseball.com

Novice Majors end season with a loss, tie and win

Thurs. Mar. 22 Southpoint played in Chatham against Kent, resulting in a 4-0 loss for the Capitals. It was Michael Vida who earned the team’s Hard Hat/Captain honours for his endless effort at trying to put Southpoint on the scoreboard.

Fri. Mar. 23 the Capitals went on the road to face the Chatham Cobras in Dresden. The two teams put on quite an exciting match to watch as they battled it out both offensively and defensively; however, the game ended in a tied score of 3-3. The first goal for Southpoint was scored in the second period by Austin Neufeld assisted by Josh Saad. The second and third goals were scored in the third period by Thomas Jennings assisted by Nathan Pilmer, and Evan Ouellette assisted by Thomas Jennings. Evan Ouellette earned the Hard Hat and title of Captain for his quick goal which tied up the game.

Sat. Mar. 24 was Southpoint’s final game in which they played Essex. The Capitals knew they would be in for a tough match against the Ravens, just as in the past, and sure enough history repeated itself. With all the penalties Southpoint was receiving after Essex scored the first goal in the second, they somehow were able to come out on top by scoring two goals in the third and winning with a final score of 2-1. Both goals are credited to Thomas Jennings with the first assisted by Evan Ouellette and the second unassisted. Hard Hat winner went to Troy Tiessen for being an all around team player and displaying a very positive attitude during the game.

The Capitals will celebrate the end of season with a pizza party and awards ceremony on Sun. Apr. 1 at the Sherk.

Golden Years mini golf

Forty-six golfers gathered at Colasanti’s on Mar. 15, managing a combined total of 88 aces over 36 holes. Included in this total was an unusual 3 straight holes aced by Mary Ann Vickery.

Leading the way with 7 aces was Bill Taylor followed closely by Floyd Johnson with 5. Four dropped for Herb Ascott, Ken Brook, Andy Orsini and Don Ribble. Recording 3 each were Frances Clifford, Marg Graham, Nancy Hill, Laurie Hylton, Winnie Moore, Barry Sweet, Mary Ann Vickery, Doug Vickery, Steve Vigh and Gerry Wilkinson. Managing 2 each were Barb Arner, Iggy Arner, Ethel Ferguson, Cam Keith, Audry Knox, Al Stockwell and Stan Vickery. Kathy Bradley, Eleanor Brook, Gary Honey, Lloyd Honey, Murray Knox, Angus MacRae, Barbara Murphy, John Murphy, Neil Quick, Rose Taylor, Shirley Thiessen, Gerrit Vriesen, Linda Walsh, Bill Ward, Eva Kah and Ann Mae Leslie each chipped in with 1.

Don Ribble managed a low score of 15 for 9 holes while sharing a low 35 for 18 with Audrey Knox. Bill Taylor, Laurie Hylton and Gerry Wilkinson set the pace for 36 holes with 73 followed closely by Don Ribble with 74. Audrey Knox and Winnie Moore both managed 76.

First place on this day went to team 10 with a low score of 237 including Winnie Moore, Barry Sweet and Gary Honey. Second place was secured by team 6 with a 242 and included Audrey Knox, Stan Vickery and Winnie Moore. 243 was enough to capture 3rd place with team 3 including Rose Taylor, Andy Orsini and Steve Vigh tied with team Kings including Barb Arner, Ken Brook and Gerry Wilkinson.

4-H Fitness Club trains for MS Walk

REC ROUND-UP REC ROUND-UP

Registration for the Spring Session begins on Mon. Apr. 2, so check out the Complex Activity Guide and enroll the entire family into the various exercise programs and classes.

• Red Cross Swim Lessons – all levels

Tuesday, April 3

PeeWee Baseball Clinic,

6 - 8 pm at UMEI

Wednesday, April 4

Mosquito Baseball Clinic, 6 - 8 pm at UMEI.

Tuesday, April 10

County Regional Sr. Badminton 8:30 am - Leamington Kinsmen Rec. Complex.

Tuesday, April 10

PeeWee Baseball Clinic, 6 - 8 pm at UMEI.

Thursday, April 12

County Regional Jr. Badminton, 8:30 am Leamington Kinsmen Rec. Complex.

Saturday, April 15

4 on 4 Spring Hockey starts at the Leamington Kinsmen Rec. Complex.

Saturday, July 14

OVA Beach Volleyball Tour at Seacliff Park Beach www.velocityvollebyball.ca.

By Rachel Balkwill “OUCH, ouch…!” Yes that’s pretty much how the next day went for most of the 4-H Fitness Club members after their second meeting, their first at an actual fitness centre where they were getting to know professional fitness trainer Jen Moore, as well as a thing or two on how to exercise properly and get into shape. Before the fun part of the meeting, the members started off with measurements and weigh-ins privately with Jen, as well as getting a little business out of the way.

• Youth Triathlon Camp (ages 6-11), Youth Volleyball, Youth 4 on 4 Spring Hockey

• Adult Duathlon/Triathlon Spring Training program

• Over 50 assorted Fitness & Aqua Fitness classes per week. Plus, NOON HOUR fitness classes – exercise made easy in 30 minutes on your lunch break!

SPRING FITNESS CLASSES in the great OUTDOORS!

• Boot Camp at Seacliff Park, Saturdays from Apr. 21 to June 23 (10 classes) - $44 + HST

• Urban Poling on Leamington’s Trail (at Complex parking lot), Wednesdays from May 23 to June 20 (5 classes) - $22 + HST. Register in advance from April 2-15.

Come tour the weight and cardio training rooms at the Complex. Whether you’re just beginning, or if you exercise to an advanced regimen, the Complex offers ONE COMPACT FEE and no enrollment or initiation fees.

• Youth swim/gym/skate pass, Student memberships – affordable and popular among the teenage crowd!

• Prevention Program for adults contending with chronic health concerns such as diabetes, stroke, cardiac concerns or COPD lung disease, or if you’re preparing for/or recovering from knee or hip replacement surgery. Qualified kinesiologist Jaye Kendrick leads this class to help you live a better life, minimizing aches and pains.

The 12th annual Home & Garden Tradeshow - March 30, 31 & April 1

Calling all young homeowners and older ones too, if you’re looking to do some home renovations or if you’re creating a unique backyard haven, then Leamington’s Home & Garden Tradeshow is the place to come. Staging a room with great décor, stone-rockery gardens, and decorative awnings and sunrooms will be on display. No need to drive all over to 5 or 6 showrooms when you can visit with all the vendors under one roof and be informed on all the latest products and services and pricing.

Attend the Tradeshow and enter to WIN!

• Gabriele’s Floor & Home sponsors the $10,000 Max Your Home Style contest with 5 lucky winners!

• $2,500 G.C. for a home renovation installed by T-Murr Exteriors

• Win an Uberhaus Rona exclusive BBQ @ $499

• Win a Kelcom “HTC Status” Phone @ $330

• Win a Napoleon BBQ from Lifestyles by the Firebox @ $850 Spring renovation projects are made easy and affordable at the Leamington Home & Garden Tradeshow.

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They the discussion about what they could do in the months ahead to train themselves and healthy living. One of the ways the club decided to take a positive step towards healthy goals was entering the MS Walk in Leamington on April 22. The club decided that this would be an excellent idea, helping not only themselves but also other people. Before they attempt to pull this idea off though, they’d need the help of trainer Jen. Members had quite an experience that night, from fit to non-fit members no one was spared the pleasure of stretching and pushing their muscles to maximum capacity. For some this was a full-out reality check and a time to realize what they need to do to get in shape. They took advantage of this and wrote down some future goals for the future that they hope to complete through training.

Everyone is encouraged to join the 4-H Fitness Club on the walk to support the MS Foundation on April 22. To sponsor the team or join the walk yourself, visit the 2012 MS Walk website at http://mssociety.ca/mswalk/ (Leamington “4-H Fitness Club”).

OBITUARY

Randy Milkins (Milky)

Randy (Milky) Milkins, 60 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Monday, March 19, 2012 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital.

Survived by his mother Dorothy Milkins and predeceased by his father Jack Milkins. Dear brother of Rick, Rob and wife Denise. Randy will always be remembered by his nieces Haley and Jackelyn Milkins.

At Randy’s request, cremation has taken place. A time to share and celebrate Milky’s life will be held at Craig Ascott’s (Jethro), 68 Mersea Road 19, Leamington, on Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 12 noon until 6 p.m.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

OBITUARY

Robert Russell Otton

Robert Russell “Bob” Otton, born in Leamington, Ontario, November 9, 1927, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at Franklin Gardens Long Term Care at the age of 84.

Beloved husband of the late Dona (Morrison) (1997). Loving father of Susan Kudroch and husband Daniel, Rob Otton and wife Patty. Cherished grandfather of Kyle Kudroch (Jen Lee), Melissa Otton (Chris Pepper), Kristopher Otton. Survived by sisters and brother-inlaw Irene Otton, Maurice and Joyce Armstrong. Special uncle to several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Ruby and William Otton, and siblings Doug Otton (Kay), Dorothy Pearsall (Spencer), Bill Otton (Maxenne), Dr. Paul Otton, Randy Morrison, and best friend Shadow.

Bob led a very fulfilled life and enjoyed his time at the cottage on Pelee Island with family and friends.

Thank you to the staff at Erie Glen Manor and Franklin Gardens Long Term Care for their support and compassion.

Cremation has taken place. A time of sharing stories and memories took place at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Center, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, on Saturday, May 26, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of your choice.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comforts or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

Beulah “Jane” Wigle

Beulah “Jane” (Fox) Wigle, 85 years, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Leamington District Memorial Hospital with her family by her side after a hard-fought battle with heart disease.

She was born to Cliff and Ruth Fox, March 28, 1926, the third of eight children. Jane grew up in the Leamington area and on September 30, 1946 married her husband of 52 years “Al”, the late William Alton Wigle (1998), after he returned from his service in the war. Surviving are their children Sandra, Michael, and Denise Bishop (Bill). Grandchildren Sherri (Charlie), Shawn and Jamie, and great-grandchildren Mikala and Spencer. Dear sister of Fern Coulter (late Jim), Jean Damphouse, Lois Wojick (late Stan), Larry Fox (Lorraine), and brother-in-law Tony Baysarowich. Jane was predeceased by her siblings Robert Fox (Verna), Don Fox (Margaret), Evelyn Baysarowich. She was a special aunt to several nieces and nephews.

Jane had retired from the A&P in March of 1991 after 45 years of dedicated service. She jokingly referred to the store as “the old ache and pain” but loved her work there immensely as she explained in an interview, “I just enjoy people.” She always had a kind word and a smile for everyone. Over the years she was so associated with the store that she was known by many as “Jane Parker.” She enjoyed bowling in as many as 3 leagues in her best years and continued to bowl with the girls until she was 84. She loved to go to concerts in Windsor with her friend, Bernice, and proudly kept her stack of ticket stubs for all to see. In retirement she volunteered at her church, for the Heart & Stroke Foundation as well as the Cancer Society.

Jane’s family would like to express their heartfelt thank you to the doctors, nurses and all the staff of the second floor at Leamington Hospital, the staff of Erie Glen Manor, CCAC and St. Elizabeth’s for their dedicated care and thoughtfulness during this difficult time.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) on Tuesday.

Funeral Service to celebrate Jane’s life was held at the funeral home on Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 11 a.m. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery to follow.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort, upload photos or make a charitable contribution at www.reidfuneralhome.ca

A beautiful mother and friend, Whose smiles, kind words and love, Are missed, but forever remembered. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

Provincial Volleyball Tournament

Seacliff Park

The Ontario Volleyball Association and Velocity Volleyball are excited to announce that and OVA Beach Volleyball Tour event is coming to Leamington. For the first time an option for local beach volleyball players to compete at the provincial level will take place on the shores of Lake Erie in Leamington on Saturday, July 14.

This project has been in the works since last year’s Tomato Festival tournament and will involve the Municipality of Leamington, Velocity Volleyball and the Ontario Volleyball Association along with local businesses. Registration for this tournament will take place through the OVA website: www.ontariovolleyball.org .

“The OVA is proud to partner with Velocity Volleyball to bring the OVA Beach Tour to Leamington this summer. Beach volleyball is a rapidly growing sport in Ontario and an OVA Beach Tour event in Leamington helps to showcase the sport for athletes and parents in Leamington and the surrounding community. The OVA is looking forward to a fabulous OVA Beach Tour stop in Leamington,” stated Executive Director of the OVA Steve Carroll.

Local businesses will feel the positive impact as hotels, restaurants and other businesses will be needed to support these types of events, and it does not stop there.

“Leamington and Kingsville have amazing potential as host communities for regional and provincial level tournaments both indoor and on the beach,” said Jim Konrad, Club Director for Velocity Volleyball.

Velocity Volleyball offers local programs

“This summer Velocity Volleyball is launching full programming at Seacliff Park Beach with options for youth camps, youth high performance training, youth house league, as well as adult leagues (2’s, 4’s and 6’s) and tournaments. There will be a pulse at the beach this summer,” assured Konrad. “Working with the Municipality and other local businesses, we will provide a healthy and fun option for the area’s volleyball players.” Registrations are open now and can be found at: www.velocityvolleyball.ca.

Beach Volleyball is a fast growth sport with Canadians winning a bronze at the Atlanta Olympics. Provincial level tournaments are not only a great draw for tourism they also continue to ensure a solid foundation of youth development in the area as volleyball is destined to get stronger.

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Maverick Hatch of Canadian National team (in blue) competes against Ben Saxton at the 2011 National Beach Championships. (Photo provided by Steve Coulter)

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4-H Art Club chooses new homes for monkeys

By Juliana Willemsma

The second meeting of the Monkeys in Stitches 4-H Art Club was held on Mar. 16 in Leamington. Nic opened the meeting and led the members in reciting the 4-H pledge.

Lauren read the treasurer’s report. Miss Kim turned in some receipts to the treasurer.

Juliana read her press report. A discussion was held and

the members decided to donate 50 sock monkeys to the local Children’s Aid Society, and 50 sock monkeys to a local hospital.

Then the members worked on the monkeys started at the last meeting. If a member completed their monkey they started a new monkey.

The group enjoyed a snack of cupcakes (thank you Alex-

IN MEMORIAM

After all our hopes and dreams have come and gone, And our children sift through all we’ve left behind, May the clues that they discover and the memories they uncover Become the light that leads them to the road we each must find. Oh may all who come behind us find us faithful; May the fire of our devotion light their way. May the footprints that we leave lead them to believe, And the lives we live inspire them to obey. Thanks for the mark you left behind, Dad!

Alwaysrememberedandforeverloved, Freeda, Lisa and Paul, Terri and Ken, Matthew and Audra, RyanandCindyandFamilies xox

andra and Emma) and juice (thank you Lauren).

The club is looking for donations of new ‘lumberjack socks’ suitable for making monkeys. If you are interested in donating a pair or two please contact Essex 4-H at essex4-hontario@live.ca

The next meeting of Monkeys in Stitches is Apr. 20 at 6 p.m.

IN MEMORIAM

Goalies only school coming to Leamington

Leamington will be home to a goalies only Hockey School this summer. The Rick Heinz Goalie and Hockey School is going to be in Leamington at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex August 13-17.

Lisa Brouwer of Wheatley is the local co-ordinator for Tim Fewster who is the Director of Operations for the Rick Heinz Goalie & Hockey School. Rick Heinz Goalie and Hockey Schools are recognized throughout the world as a leader for providing outstanding instruction. Heinz was a professional NHL goalie for the St. Louis Blues. The schools combine this knowledge with a fun and positive learning environment, which results in immediate improvement!

The Goalie School is open to all ages, boys and girls. Cost is $525 for the week. Goaltenders need to be well-balanced at all times and the unique skating program is designed to increase and improve mobility, balance, lateral movement, recovery, foot speed, net awareness, strength and stamina.

We cannot bring the old days back Your smile we cannot see We only treasure memories of The days that used to be. As time goes by without you And days turn into years They hold a million memories And a thousand silent tears. Stilllovedanddeeplymissed, Your Wife Vi, Children Lynn,Barb&Terry, Judy&Gary,&Families

Off-Ice Conditioning - Goalies will work on specific drills to increase their strength, agility, reflexes, balance, footwork, endurance along with exercises to improve their hand-eye coordination and anticipation. There are also plyometrics and other exercises to increase speed and power.

Training the goaltender’s mind is a major part of today’s game. Goaltenders are prepared to handle anxiety, pressure, distractions, visualization techniques and performance imagery. Pre-game preparation strategies and tips for mental preparation will be shared with the goalies by the head instructor. A report card will be given to each student at the end of the week with a complete breakdown of strengths and weaknesses. This is an excellent tool for goalies to use to continue to improve their game during the season.

To find out more or to register online, go to www.rickheinz.com or call Brouwer at 519-825-7617.

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SUPERINTENDENTCOUPLERequired immediately, mature couple for a residential apartment complex in London. Must live on-site. Exceptional customer service, cleaning skills required. Duties include - rentals, minor maintenance, cleaning, rent collection. Apply with resume to the attention of Arnsby Property Management. Fax (519) 455-1380 or email info@arnsby.com.

LEGALSERVICES

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DRIVERS WANTED

AZ TRUCK DRIVERS! Westcan has openings for SEASONAL, ROTATIONAL& FULL-TIME professional truck drivers to join our teams in: Edmonton/Calgary/Lloydminster/Sask atoon & Moose Jaw. You have: Minimum 2 years' AZ experience; Btrain experience/Extended trailer length experience; Anhydrous Ammonia/Asphalt or other bulk product experience an asset; Clean driving/criminal record; Pre-employment medical/drug screen. Westcan provides: Competitive wages, travel to/from employment location, Good Operations Bonus and more! Interested? APPLYONLINE AT: www.westcanbulk.ca under the Join our Team link or fax 780-472-6909; CALLToll-Free 1-888-WBT-HIRE for further details. Committed to the Principles of Employment Equity. AZ FASTApproved Company & Owner-Operator Drivers WantedFull-time. Home throughout the week, Competitive rates & benefits, Incentive Program, Paid waiting time & border crossing. Recent Graduates will be considered. CALLTOLL-FREE 1-800-567-2609 ext. 230, ext. 208 for Owner-Operator Inquiry. VACATION/TRAVEL

IRELAND CIRCUMNAVIGATION: May 4 - 14, 2012. Cruise around the Emerald Isle in the 118-Passenger Clipper Adventurer with Adventure Canada's team of top-notch lecturers. www.adventurecanada.com, 1-800363-7566.

ST. LAWRENCE RIVER CRUISESWorld class cruising close to home. The hassle free way to travel. 2, 3, 5 or 6 nights in private Staterooms. Included: Shore excursions, great meals & nightly entertainment. TICO#2168740. 253 Ontario St., Kingston, 1-800-267-7868, www.StLawrenceCruiseLines.com.

AUTOMOTIVE

Vehicle buyers are ONLYprotected by OMVIC and Ontario consumer protection laws when they buy from registered dealers. There's no protection if you buy privately and you risk becoming victim of a curbsider. To verify dealer registration or seek help with a complaint: www.omvic.on.ca or 1-800943-6002.

AUTOS FOR SALE

100% AUTO FINANCING APPROVAL

- We can get you approved for an automobile no matter what your circumstances are. Drive a little and save a lot. Over 300 vehicles to choose from. Apply online www.canadianautogroup.ca. CANADIAN AUTO GROUPINC., 250 Springbank Dr., London, ON, Toll-Free 1-888-474-8815 / 519-472-8815.

BUSINESS OPPS.

HUGE EARNING POTENTIAL!!

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CAREER TRAINING

WORK FROM HOME. Employers seek out and hire CanScribe graduates. Contact us for a free information package today. Start your training tomorrow! 1-800-466-1535. www.canscribe.com. admissions@canscribe.com.

COMING EVENTS

ANNOUNCING Lynyrd Skynyrd, Montgomery Gentry, Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Rosanne Cash, Thompson Square, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, George Canyon, Emerson Drive, Rita Coolidge, Leroy Van Dyke, Russell de Carle & many more, over 25 entertainers... HAVELOCK COUNTRYJAMBOREE, CANADA'S LARGESTLIVE COUNTRYMUSIC & CAMPING FESTIVAL4 Days Of Entertainment - AUG. 1619/12. TICKETS 1-800-539-3353, www.havelockjamboree.com. BUY BEFORE JUNE 15th & SAVE!

MORTGAGES AS SEEN ON TV - 1st, 2nd, Home Equity Loans, Bad Credit, SelfEmployed, Bankrupt, Foreclosure, Power of Sale or need to Re-Finance? Let us fight for you because "We're in your corner!" CALLThe Refinancing Specialists NOW TollFree 1-877-733-4424 (24 Hours) or click www.MMAmortgages.com (Lic#12126). 1st & 2nd MORTGAGES from 2.90% VRM, 3.29% 5 YR. FIXED. All Credit Types Considered. Let us help you SAVE thousands on the right mortgage! Purchasing, Re-Financing, Debt Consolidation, Home Renovations... Call 1-800-225-1777, www.home guardfunding.ca (LIC #10409). $$$ 1st, 2nd, 3rd MORTGAGES - Tax Arrears, Renovations, Debt Consolidation, no CMHC fees. $50K you pay $208.33/month (OAC). No income, bad credit, power of sale stopped!! BETTER OPTION MORTGAGES, CALL1-800-282-1169, www.mortgageontario.com (LIC# 10969). SKILLED HELPWANTED FLUID POWER MECHANICImmediate Full Time position/s available for our Hydraulic Division. Able to: Read blue prints, schematics & technical drawings. Assemble, dismantle, repair & reassemble drilling rig

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FOR RENT

SOUTHPOINT SUN

FOR RENT INLeamington, April 1st, 2 bedroom basement flat, fridge and stove, laundry hook up, fenced yard, NO PETS, Utilities included $775 per month. Call 519-326-3467 fe15-tf

3 BEDROOM APT. for rent. Lower unit, own laundry room and entrance. Call between 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, 519-324-0185. Available May 1st. mr28-tf

PLUMBROOK MANOR APARTMENTS

Security Building Fridge & Stove Utilities included For viewing please call 519-322-1924 tf

Looks are deceiving from the outside!

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. mr7-28c

SERVICES

INCOME TAX PREPARATION - $30 max, 2 slips. 25 years experience. Pick up and delivery extra. 689 Middleton Line, Wheatley, 519-825-9065. mr7-ap18

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

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

LESSONS

MUSIC LESSONS at Rebel Cowboy in Wheatley. Call 519-825-3330. jn8-tfc

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 CAR TOP RACKS and 2 bicycle carriers. Fits 19992005 VW models. Like new. Used twice. $650 value, asking $300. 519-326-7881. mr21-ap18c FOR SALE

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Accepting resumes for Clubhouse Attendant Must be 18 years of age. Please see our website for more details www.orchardviewgolf.com Send resumes to: lindsay@orchardviewgolf.com

The Leamington Mennonite Home invites applications for THE PART-TIME POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

with special responsibility for the completion of payroll. Applicants must possess competency in Word and Excel programs, with demonstrated word processing excellence, accuracy and efficiency.

Knowledge, understanding and experience with payroll software is an asset. The successful candidate should be a multitasker who can prioritize with detail and confidentiality. Good written and oral communications skills are important. Those interested should submit their resumes by April 4, 2012 to the Front Office of the Leamington Mennonite Home, 35 Pickwick Drive, ATTN: Audrey Festeryga.

With the recent announcement of the Digital Mammography/Womenʼs Center project, Leamington District Memorial Hospital is issuing an Invitation for Vendor of Record (VOR) for General Contractors.

The General Contractors will be pre-qualified to bid on future construction projects acting in the capacity of prime General Contractor providing a full range of construction services. VOR documents will be posted on Friday, March 30, 2012 on the public bid website Biddingo. Interested parties may obtain the documents at www.biddingo.com

The Southpoint Sun is currently looking for a reporter/photographer for days, nights, weekends - very flexible schedule. Responsible students or recently retired individuals welcomed. Please apply in person at our office on 14 Talbot St. W., Wheatley or your resume to sheila@southpointsun.ca IMMEDIATE JOB OPENING FOR A TREE TRIMMER/GENERAL LABOURER with experience using bucket truck and chipper equipment. Arborist training and certification an asset. Please forward resume to goodreautreecare@yahoo.ca

WANTED

FREELANCE REPORTER

Are you looking for a part-time job that will put you in the middle of Leamingtonʼs social scene?

We have over 44 vehicles here, and coming, that we have waived the $1500 freight fee. This means when these vehicles are sold, the exact same vehicle without the freight waived, will be $1500 more 2. $500 LEAMINGTON CHRYSLER ANNIVERSARY

On every new vehicle purchased and delivered by March 31, 2012

If you plan on buying a new vehicle this year, you can save $500 if delivered by March 31, and another $1500 if it is a free freight unit. That’s $2000 in savings plus taxes = $2260 for buying by MARCH 31