Southpoint Sun October 13, 2010

Chamber resignations

The Leamington Chamber of Commerce had a shakeup last week as two of its threemember executive resigned on Wednesday, October 6 at the regular Chamber meeting.

President Nick Mastronardi and Treasurer Natalie Hart-Tilley handed in their resignations, which were accepted by the board. That leaves Vice-President Dharmish Patel, as the only executive member left. The Chambers has approximately 8 directors in addition to its executive.

“My own reasons were to focus on other community initiatives and my own business. I do believe that the board needs to create a vision for their future and this needs to be created with all of the board in agreement,” said Hart-Tilley.

Mastronardi had actually already completed his twoyear term as president in April, but because no one else came forward, he continued on.

“I went as far as my skillset would take me... I told the Board I had gone as far as we could with the mandate we set,” he said.

“There was just some friction with management and executive and the direction we set out... It was just time,” he said.

Mastronardi is president of Lucier Mastronardi Investments Insurance Inc.

Made in LeamingtonLocal inventor creates the Dek Caddy

By Sheila McBrayne

If you’ve ever had to take the deck off your riding lawn mower for blade sharpening or cleaning, you’ll appreciate this local invention.

Karl Reidl, a retired General Motors machine repairman, took the deck off his lawn mower and had it tipped on its side against a wall to remove the blades. Not only was it awkward, but when the deck fell over it nearly cut Karl’s hand. “I just thought, ‘this is ridiculous, it’s very awkward and dangerous’,” said Reidl.

As a machine repairman he has always had to be creative and he admits he likes to tinker, so he decided to build an arm-like attachment that would fit onto the lawn mower deck and allow easy removal and acts like a rack for the deck to sit on while you change the blades or clean the underdeck.

The Caddy also allows you to move your deck (on wheels) to the lawn or driveway for easier powerwashing.

The Dek Caddy took Karl approximately eight hours to design on paper and then weld together the steel square piping. He had to make a few adjustments, but he says he pretty much got it right the first try. “The first one was a winner. I had to widen the original and made it collapsible for easy storage and for shipping,” said Karl.

His idea has caught on.

He’s sold about eight of the Caddys at $125 each. “I had a booth set up at the Ruthven Apple Festival and attracted lots of attention… A lot of people thought it was a great idea,” he said.

“The most important thing is safety. Convenience is an extra bonus,” said Karl.

The units are made in Leamington in Karl’s back work shed on Deer Run Road. He admits that it’s kept him busy as each is handmade. To see how the Dek Caddy works in action, go to www.dekcaddy. com to view a demonstration video.

Karl Reidl shows how the Dek Caddy safely and conveniently holds the deck in place. (SUN Photo)

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Mill Street Parking Lot Tender Awarded

By Bill Chaplin

At a special town council meeting held at noon on Friday, town council awarded the tender to construct the new Mill Street Parking Lot to Piroli Construction. The process was not without headaches for administration, however.

With what has already been spent on engineering the project and the tender price, the parking lot was $80,000 over budget, but because of the impending municipal election, council cannot exceed the budget by more than $50,000. In order to construct the parking lot, council is relying on a federal/provincial stimulus grant of $205,000 which must be spent before the end of March of 2011, so the project can’t be simply postponed until next summer when more money can be budgeted.

Engineering presented a solution to council: by deleting $23,000 in ‘provisional’ items from the bid and reducing the contingency funding by $17,000 they were able to present the project for approval only $48,000 over budget, an amount that will be charged to the parking reserve fund.

During construction the existing parking in the unimproved lot will be temporarily lost. By the end of November, when it is expected all work will be complete, the new lot will provide sixty parking places. As well, new storm and sanitary sewers will be installed to serve the lot and neighbouring lands.

Council Shorts for October 4

Costly Crossing Goes to Tender

An access culvert over the drain on Concession 5 is going to tender. It is a curious item of business because of the confusion and controversy that surrounds it. Apparently the culvert was privately built, not originally installed under the Drainage Act. Consequently, the cost of its replacement done under the Drainage Act must be borne entirely by the private landowner it serves. Council was informed that if the project were abandoned – as the landowners now would prefer – the municipality would have to pay the engineering costs incurred by replacing it under the Drainage Act. All of this, however, was initiated by the landowner, which is why the engineering costs were incurred. After an hour’s delay to see if the landowner’s solicitor was intending to address council on the matter, council finally voted to proceed with tendering the job which is expected to end up costing in the area of $14,000.

Marina Fees Set

In an attempt to provide seasonal boaters with plenty of time to assemble the wherewithal to dock their boats, Leamington council approved the fees to be charged next summer. The cost to boaters is proposed to be frozen at last year’s rate of $44 per foot (plus HST).

Boom Flail Purchase Approved

Leamington council approved the purchase of a boom flail mower attachment for maintaining ditches and other spots where a rotary mower cannot work, despite the vehement opposition of Councillor Herb Enns. Councillor Enns expressed concern based on the difficulty of operating the 6500-lb attachment and the fact that both Lakeshore and Essex contract out this kind of work. In the end, however, the majority of council relied on the recommendation of the public works manager of operations, Cam McKay, and voted to get the flail at a price substantially below what was anticipated in the budget: $25,397 (plus HST).

Services Assumed

Council voted to assume the municipal services installed in the Duracraft (Heinz) Subdivision Phase 3 in accordance with the Development Agreement signed back in March of 2000. This amounts to the town now owning and being responsible for about a quarter of a million dollars worth of sewers, water lines and roads along Carolina Woods Crescent and Theresa Trail.

Sidewalk Construction Tender Awarded

Although the tender for sidewalk construction came in slightly over budget at $77,588.90, by reducing the contingency allowance staff were able to bring the figure down to the $73,000 amount budgeted and secure council’s approval to award the tender for the work to Ingratta Cement and Drainage.

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Kiwanis celebrates 55 years of service to community

Jesse Shawn Phibbs, 21 years, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at London Health Sciences Centre.

Beloved son of Michele (Jacobs) and Matt Phibbs. Loving brother of Andrew and friend Lindsay Paget and Shane. Very special friend of Ashley Kimball. Cherished grandson of Ken and Ann Phibbs, Elmer and Janise Jacobs. Dear nephew of James and Mary Phibbs, Dave and Joyce Phibbs, Frank Jacobs, Jeff Jacobs and friend Michelle Driedger. Jesse will be missed by his special cousins, Nicholas, Amy, Rowan, Kadyn and Joshua Jacobs, Cale, Claire, Sam and Jarrett Phibbs.

Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer Sunday, Oct. 17

The Canadian Cancer Society presents taking Steps Against Breast Cancer on Sunday, October 17 at 10 a.m. at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex.

Participants can register as a survivor, individual or team. Anyone can volunteer or make a donation.

Wheatley has a BIA!

Chatham-Kent Council approved the establishment of the Wheatley Business Improvement Association (BIA) on Monday, September 27.

The next step is to elect a Board of Management to govern the funds and determine how the monies will be spent for the benefit of the entire town. Bea Patterson, one of the organizing committee members and owner of B&B’s Bed & Breakfast, stated that a general meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 19 at the Car Barn starting at 5:30 p.m.

Geoff Wright, economic development officer, stated in his report to Council that the estimated total annual levy for the Wheatley BIA is $4,150, calculated at 83 properties with a levy of $50 each. More money could be added with the signing of associated members – those living outside of the Wheatley boundary, but with interests in Wheatley.

Wright will be present at the October 19 meeting to show a power-point presentation.

The Kiwanis Club of Leamington celebrated 55 years of service at their annual meeting at the Roma Club on Thursday, October 7. 2010. Pictured above, back row left to right, are Kiwanis President Lloyd Honey, Mayor John Adams, Charter Member Bill Hutchinson. Front: Ollie Sharp, Charter Member, and Kiwanis Lt. Gov. Sheila Donald. Both Bill and Ollie received Legion of Honor awards as founding members of the club in 1955. The executive inducted for 2010-2011 are Pres. Lloyd Honey, Vice Pres. Chet Gibula, Secretary Elaine Myer, Treasurer Charlene Vlodarchyk, Directors James Ives, Beth Smith, John Vlodarchyk and Rose Massong. Local, provincial and federal governments presented certificates recognizing the contribution Kiwanis has made over the years. Kiwanis International is committed to changing the world one child and one community at a time. A global campaign called Eliminate will target the eradication of tetanus in over 40 countries worldwide where it still claims the lives of mothers and infants. The local club operates their Boys and Girls Camp on Seacliff Drive, which is made available to organized youth and special needs groups at no charge. For information on the camp, contact James at 965-1557. For membership contact Lloyd at 324-9185 or 324-1513.

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Jesse was a student at Fanshawe College and had been enjoying his placement as Radiology Technician at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance. Special thanks to Erie Ramblers Motorcycle Club.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631), on Friday from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate Jesse’s life was held at the Leamington United Church, 9 John Street, on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Derek Parry officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial donations made by cheque to the Erie Ramblers Motorcycle Club. Friends may share memories at www.reidfuneralhome. ca.

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If you have ever criticized Leamington Council, you should vote. If you have ever complained about your taxes, you should vote. If you think you could do a better job, you should vote. If you care about your community, you should vote.

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Municipal elections are the most important election you will ever vote in. Candidates, whether it’s for mayor, deputymayor or councillor, they are your closest link to the services you cherish most. We are fortunate to have great representatives at the provincial and federal levels of government here in the Chatham-Kent Essex riding, but let’s face it - our MP and MPP have party lines to toe and although they require your support personally, they also depend on the “party” supporters who will support them regardless who the candidate is. Municipal politics are so different from other levels of government. Our municipal leaders are the ones who decide how to spend the local tax levy. This is the most direct link you can have to your tax dollars. Whether it’s roads or drains, policing or fire services, arenas or playgrounds, it’s your municipal government who votes on these issues every week, well, usually the first three Mondays of every month to be more exact.

How often does the average voter actually get to meet or talk with their MP or MPP?

Snippets from Doreen’s Beauty Shop

If baldness was sand, I’d be Saudi Arabia. My follicle follies have included everything from comb-overs, to perms, to parting it on the sides. You name it; I’ve done it. Like ground beef, it doesn’t really matter how many ways you whip it up, the end result is the same. I’ve pretty much given up. With me it’s now, “what you don’t see is what you get.”

Just think, there was a time, twenty plus years ago when I used to own more brushes than ball hats. Conversely, the only brush I personally possess these days sits next to the tube of Colgate on the bathroom vanity.

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We take this for granted in the media as we’re on a first name basis with Pat and Dave, but really, most people only see them in the pictures we snap at local events.

Our municipal politicians can’t hide from their voters. We see them at the grocery store, the gas station, and just driving around. We sit beside them at church, we belong to the same service club or maybe we work together. Municipal politicians are one of us. The decisions they make affect our daily lives, from garbage contracts to by-law enforcement, it’s the services we rely on daily.

If you haven’t already done so, please take the time to vote.

Speaking of vanity, I attempt to deceive the general population by wearing a ball cap as often as possible. Of course the cat’s out of the bag whenever I walk into work or church. I suppose there are business hats I could wear. However, considering it’s 2003 and Punch Imlach was the last person I saw wearing a fedora, I don’t even know if you can buy them anymore. Then there’s the Tic Hooper model. Surely you know the style, it kind of looks like a Smartie with a mullet. My dad used to wear one of them things. Of course, my dad dressed more out of adherence for public decency laws than for reasons related to fashion. My dad, bless his soul, often wore something on his head other than hair. Don’t tell my brother, but he’s bald too; a conclusion that he will surely have to face someday soon. Speaking of face, he has a lot of it, just like his baby brother. It ain’t easy being bald. The chicks love hair. Hair makes you look younger. But there are other significant down sides to being bald too. Unlike the trendy looking ski-slope studs, I can’t wear one of those collared hair-band things. The showoffs, those with abundant lids, love to rub it in. You’ll see them running their fingers through their hair. I think of Bobby Kennedy flipping his bangs as he spoke about seeing things that never were? I ask why?

Ronald Reagan survived an assassination attempt. Truth be known, John Hinckley Jr. unloaded a full magazine at him but couldn’t penetrate that bulletproof coiffure. I’m glad I wasn’t the target. I’d look like Sponge Bob Square Pants.

I haven’t tried the hairpiece thing. To be honest, I haven’t seen one that didn’t look as phony as a shotgun wedding. I once tried (and with disastrous results) “Hair in A Can”. I remember the day I bought the stuff. I rushed out to my car, put my hand over my eyes and sprayed this stuff generously all over my dome. It didn’t help matters that it had to be ninety degrees that day. Driving down the road, the interior fogged with whatever ingredients they make phony hair stuff aerosol with, I noticed that I needed some gas. Oblivious to my new look, I pulled into the Rankin Variety and informed the lady at the pumps that I needed some gas. She kind of cocked her head with a curious look and enquired “What the hell happened to you?” Feeling a bit self-conscious, I scooted into the washroom and peeked into the mirror. To my horror, I looked like Ed Munster, the (Continued on Page 5)

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Recently the Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards and the Municipality’s Volunteer Recognition Awards were given out. Is there a person or a group of people you think is deserving of an award for their efforts?

Location: Mount Carmel-Blytheswood Public School

Kris Marentette Principal

“I would honour my staff with an award because of their dedication to the students and striving to meet their individual needs.”

Erin Friesen Parent Volunteer

“The Salvation Army because of all the help they gave during tornado relief, and also the Food Bank.”

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big V on the forehead, dripping sideburns et all. The stuff wasn’t even blonde anymore. It kind of looked like a chocolate pudding. Plenty of water and a lot of hand towels later, I was able to remove most of the crap from my head. I then pulled myself together, paid the confused lady ten bucks and high-tailed it outta Dodge.

The irony to all of this is, my mother was a hairsmith, literally. (Grandpa Smith was bald too). Imagine that? Your mother’s a hairdresser and the only thing she’s capable of cutting is my name out of her will.

I guess she was pretty good at cutting hair. I wasn’t really in a position to judge. Doreen’s Beauty Salon started in our basement on Holden Street, before expanding into a small shop beside Dr. Payne’s office. (Only in Dresden you’ll find a doctor named after a leading ailment.) Her final move was to the main drag next to Babcock Jewellers. I used to have a lot of fun with Mom’s business. Once I opened the front door and invited in a wandering goat. (We figured it got loose from the stables at the track.) As if it was on a mission, this stupid goat trotted to the back of the shop and promptly jumped up on an unsuspecting Suzie Willmott who happened to be seated in the “Hair Chair.” Elderly and petite, Suzie had to be one of the classiest, well-dressed ladies in town. She was not amused. None-the-less, Suzie handled this event with all the aplomb you’d expect from a grandmother who was attacked by goat in beauty parlor. “Said goat” and I were swiftly banished from the joint.

I did give mother plenty of free plugs on the radio during my tenure as a disc jockey. After most hair-related tunes, I’d remind people to stop into Doreen’s Curl Up and Dye. I can just imagine her trying to save face with her customer at this point stating “did I tell you my oldest boy is a professor?”

Mom’s business is long gone now. Memories of her shop, along with my hair have long been swept up and disposed of. Stock prices in the Dresden gossip industry have surely dropped. As for me, only the bald jokes and three dozen ball hats remain. Recently, at a Dresden fund-raiser to support brain tumor research, an event that featured town notables getting their head shaved for charity I was repeatedly asked if I was going to participate. It hardly seemed worthwhile. Afterall, how exciting can five bucks and the use of Bic razor be?

Irene Hartley Librarian

“My library volunteer. She devotes a tremendous amount of time to the library and I think it’s wonderful that a parent would care so much about her children’s education and reading, and about their school.”

Kathy Fischer Teacher

“My co-workers. All of them are awesome and I enjoy working with them. They are very supportive in everything

What are you voting for?

While doing my advertisement rounds in Leamington and Wheatley, I learn many interesting tidbits. This information includes what people like and don’t like, and generally their thoughts regarding many issues locally and further abroad.

One person shared with me how much she thoroughly enjoyed the candidates’ profiles in the paper introducing their individual platforms. She shared with me how useful they turned out to be for both herself and her mother, who had already predetermined who she was going to vote for. Interestingly enough though, after her daughter read to her each of the individual platforms, leaving out the names and covering the faces, some of her mother’s choices changed.

Many times we vote for the person we know or recognize because they are familiar. A good percentage of the time, this may be a useful tool since knowing someone gives us insight into their character and may be a good judge of how they will perform.

My sister-in-law looks at making decisions as a consumer, as a vote. For example, when we go into our local grocery store everything available to us on the shelves is on our ballot. The items we fill our cart with essentially get our vote.

What influences those choices? I must admit that many of the products that I purchase are the ones my mother did. Aside from that, I read the labels and choose healthy products, and to a certain extent, especially with the fresh produce, I choose locally grown or at least Canadian if possible. I am proud to say I only buy Heinz ketchup. The tomatoes are grown and processed locally and the bonus is it’s the yummiest!

What are we supporting when we ‘vote’ for a product? Hopefully we like the way it is grown and who grew it.

All products grown and produced in Canada have strict policies regarding ‘Food Safety’ and ‘Health and Safety’ to ensure that not only are our products safe but the employees are as well.

I purchased a children’s book recently from Ten Thousand Villages that simply teaches children to think about where the things they eat or wear come from. If your son or daughter was able to travel to other parts of the world, they may meet children working endless hours in fields or factories instead of attending school. Most likely they are not paid fairly for their part in providing us with a simple chocolate bar or the shirt on our back.

I am all for ‘Free Trade’, but I feel perhaps we use this term too ‘freely’. Trading makes more sense when you are trading for items that you need with items you can offer at the same value. In this country, we have used the term to purchase items produced cheaply in other countries without the same safety measures implemented and that ultimately put fellow Canadians out of a job.

If we are going to tote the slogan “Out of a job yet? Keep buying foreign” then I feel confidant that the majority of our grocery carts and shopping bags have items that we have consciously voted for. Vote wisely!

Bedford works on display at Arts Centre

WATERCOLOUR is Leamington artist Marlene Bedford’s first show, which opened at the Leamington Arts Centre on Saturday, October 8 and runs in the gallery until November 8.

Marlene has been painting for about 10 years, since retiring from nursing. “I was either going to take up piano or painting… I’m glad I chose painting; I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it,” said Marlene during her opening reception held October 8. Bedford decided to test her artistic talents since her son is an artist and her uncle Art Price enjoyed success as an artist.

The display features eye-catching florals, landscapes and animals. The life of nature is brought to paper in surprising touches of vivid and exquisite detail.

Wind. For my community.

Today, wind is providing clean, reliable and safe energy to over 1.2 million Canadian homes – creating social, economic and environmental benefits for all Canadians.

The 99MW Erie Shores Wind Farm – located along 26 kilometres of Lake Erie shoreline – provides hundreds of thousands of dollars in tax revenue, increased tourism, and jobs for local residents.

“I am proud to come to work every day because I believe wind energy is a symbol for hope and change. The Erie Shores Wind Farm has been good for the local economy, providing full-time jobs for residents.”

Highline Mushrooms announces 2010 scholarship winners

Highline Mushrooms is pleased to announce the winners of its 2nd annual Family Scholarship. This year, Highline increased the total monies allotted to $15,000 to be distributed in amounts of $3000, $2000, $1500 and $500. Nine recipients from all four Highline facilities were awarded tuition funds.

True to its nature as a family business, Highline introduced the scholarship program in 2009 to all associates to help their children and/or grandchildren realize their life goals through greater educational opportunity. The scholarship is designed to foster the values within the community that Highline has always upheld which include: Integrity, Community Involvement, Scientific Exploration, Leadership, Perseverance, Shared Success, Respect for the Environment, and The Pursuit of Excellence. Scores were gathered independently by a committee made up of individuals from both within Highline and from the community.

— Dennis Haggerty, Site Manager, Erie Shores Wind Farm, Ontario

“PICK” PATERSON For MAYOR

Along with academic achievements, work experience and extracurricular involvement, the main focus for this year’s program centred on community involvement and environmental responsibility.

This year’s scholarship recipients are as follows: Leamington Farm –Amanda Watts, English, University of Ottawa, daughter of Diane Watts, $500.

Kingsville Farm – Jimmy Man Truong, Bachelor of Mathematics, University of Windsor, son of Giau Ngoc Huynh, $3000.

Olga Dziewiecka, Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College (Krakow, Poland), daughter of Renata and Krys Dziewiecka, $2000.

Phila Keo, Honours Business Administration, University of Windsor, daughter of Bunna Khy, $2000.

Elizabeth Ebert, Science, University of Western Ontario, daughter of Phanny Ebert, $1500

Sarath Calvin Keo, Film Sciences, Fanshawe College, son of Phan Pech, $500.

At the Wellington Farm, a $3000 and a $2000 scholarship were awarded. At Highline Distribution in Montreal there was a $500 scholarship was given out. Congratulations to all 2010 scholarship recipients!

Highline president and CEO Glenn Martin with Leamington scholarship winner Amanda Watts.

Imperial Chapter of the Eastern Star celebrates 95 years

Approximately 120 people from various parts of Ontario attended the 95th birthday of Imperial Chapter No. 21 Order of the Eastern Star. At the luncheon celebrating the milestone occasion, Bert Overholt was presented with his 50-year pin.

Imperial Chapter has members from mainly Leamington and Wheatley.

The Order of the Eastern Star is a non-profit organization for men and women, and money is raised for charitable purposes. This year’s provincial fundraising project is Autism in Ontario.

Among those in attendance at the birthday luncheon were, from left to right: Linda Derbyshire, Worthy Matron, Imperial Chapter No. 21, Order of the Eastern Star; J. Marsha Taylor, Worthy Grand Matron of the Grand Chapter of Ontario; Alastair Milligan, Worthy Grand Patron of the Grand Chapter of Ontario; and Rob Adamson, Worthy Patron of Imperial Chapter No. 21.

Essex County Council has voted to proclaim November 12, 2010, Random Act of Kindness Day in Essex County. Along with the communities of Milton, Cambridge, Guelph, Orillia, Brantford, Waterloo Region and Niagara Region, Essex County is encouraging citizens to set aside November 12 as a day to celebrate kindness – that value we hold so important to us all.

The WindsorEssex Community Foundation has begun distributing Random Act of Kindness Day cards around the community. They will be available at all Subway Restaurants and other sponsor locations in Essex County. These cards encourage individuals, organizations and businesses to perform a simple act of kindness for someone – a neighbour, a friend, a coworker or someone they don’t even know – and hand the card over to that person, inspiring him/her to do the same.

Some of the great ways you can perform a Random Act of Kindness include:

• Buying someone a coffee.

• Holding the door open.

• Paying for someone’s parking.

• Leave an unexpected gift.

• Helping someone load their car.

• Praising someone’s efforts.

More ideas and card locations are available at www. wecf.ca/kindness.html.

“Our Essex County communities have a great history of caring and supporting one another whenever the call is needed,” said Essex County Warden Nelson Santos. “Formally recognizing Random Act of Kindness Day will see so many positive stories that it will further strengthen the tremendous community spirit that is alive and well in our neighbourhoods.” Random Act of Kindness Day is an inclusive, community building initiative and is sponsored by Subway Restaurants, AM800, The Windsor Star, RBC Royal Bank, The Keg, Blackburn Radio and other community minded organizations.

The WindsorEssex Community Foundation (WECF) is a perpetual community trust that manages donated funds, makes grants to support community programs, and facilitates working relationships between community organizations. As one of Canada’s 165 community foundations, your Community Foundation helps Canadians invest in building strong and resilient places to live, work, and play. In 2009, Community Foundations across Canada

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NOW UNTIL OCTOBER 31:

Our 2010 Coats for Kids campaign is underway. From now until October 31 we are collecting winter coats for families in need. Please bring your new or gently used coats to Fletchers, Kennedy or Canopy Cleaners as soon as possible so we can have them ready for distribution on November 6 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., November 8 from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m. and November 9 2:00 - 8:00 p.m.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR COATS FOR KIDS. The annual Coats for Kids distribution will be held on November 6, 8 and 9 at South Essex Community Council.  Volunteers are needed to drop off posters, pick up coats and supervise the distribution. If you can volunteer, please call Noreen Wiebe, Volunteer Services Leader at South Essex Community Council, - 519-326-8629 ext.381 or email nwiebe@secc.on.ca

EVERY THURSDAY:

Euchre, 7:00 p.m. at the Leamington United Church. All proceeds go to raise money for free suppers for those who are alone or those who will go without.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14:

Meet the Candidates Night from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Leamington Court, 1 Henry Ave., Leamington. Refreshments and hors dʼ oeuvres will be served. All are welcome.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15:

Kingsville invites you to its 41st Annual Migration Festival, with events taking place at Lakeside Park & Pavilion, and at Kingsville High School on Main St. Events include an outdoor show, arts show, marketplace and children's festival. For a full line-up of events, visit www.migrationfestival.ca.

"Jekyll & Hyde The Musical" at Migration Hall, Main St. E., Kingsville. Opening night performance tonight at 8 p.m. Tickets are $22.50 for adults, $17.50 for students and seniors. Tickets available at Kingssville Office Pro, 30 Main St. E. For more information, visit www.migrationhall.ca.

Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Marlborough Public School, 3557 Melbourne Rd., Windsor, from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. There will be a pumpkin patch with a variety of pumpkins, cornstalks, straw bales, and autumn corn. Games, raffles, and face painting. Vendors will be on hand.

All Pinked Out, an evening of music and celebration to help Caterina Commisso-Ansett battle cancer. Doors open at 5 p.m. at the Ciociaro Club of Windsor. Featuring a Bon Jovi tribute band and The Ciao Band. Sell your gold and silver jewellery. Pizza, salad, coffee, desserts, vendors, door prizes and silent auction. Mandatory pink attire. Grand prize giveaway for best pink outfit. Tickets are $30 each. For tickets, call Connie at 519-791-3205, Phyllis at 519-980-3454 or Teresa at 226346-1090.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16:

Kingsville invites you to its 41st Annual Migration Festival, with events taking place at Lakeside Park & Pavilion, and at Kingsville High School on Main St. Events include an outdoor show, arts show, marketplace and children's festival. Today, the parade takes place at 10:30 a.m. on Main St. in downtown Kingsville. For a full line-up of events, visit www.migrationfestival.ca.

"Jekyll & Hyde The Musical" at Migration Hall, Main St. E., Kingsville, at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $22.50 for adults, $17.50 for students and seniors. Tickets available at Kingssville Office Pro, 30 Main St. E. For more information, visit www.migrationhall.ca.

Fall Bazaar at Leamington Court, 1 Henry Ave., Leamington from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Special clown guest from Dotsyʼs Entertainment. Free balloon animals and face painting for the kids. Donations will be accepted for the Leamington Salvation Army Food Bank.

"Wild Goose Jack - the Movie" - 1:30 p.m. at Kingsville Library. For more information, call 519-733-5620, or visit www.essexcountylibrary.ca.

Rummage Sale at Knox Presbyterian Church, 58 Erie St. S., Leamington, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17:

"Jekyll & Hyde The Musical" at Migration Hall, Main St. E., Kingsville, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $22.50 for adults, $17.50 for students and seniors. Tickets available at Kingssville Office Pro, 30 Main St. E. For more information, visit www.migrationhall.ca.

The Kingsville Fundraising Subcommittee is hosting a walk-athon. Registration starts at 9 a.m. and the walk will start at 10 a.m. at the Kingsville Arena. Pledge a minimum of $20 per person and the funds raised will be in support of the Kingsville Fundraising campaign which includes the new Highline Public Library, Unico Community Centre and the Kingsville Arena

expansion projects. Children under 5 are free with an adult or youth that has pledged a minimum of $20. Pledge forms are available at the Kingsville Arena and Town Hall. For more information, call Kingsville Parks and Recreation at 519-7332123, or visit www.kingsville.ca.

Kingsville invites you to its 41st Annual Migration Festival, with events taking place at Lakeside Park & Pavilion, and at Kingsville High School on Main St. Events include an outdoor show, arts show, marketplace and children's festival. For a full line-up of events, visit www.migrationfestival.ca.

Fall Bazaar at Leamington Court, 1 Henry Ave., Leamington from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free balloon animals and face painting for the kids. Donations will be accepted for the Leamington Salvation Army Food Bank.

Concert at All Saint's Church, City Hall Square, Windsor, at 3:00 p.m. Featuring organist Aaron Tan, Canadian performer in a solo recital. Tickets are $20, or $15 for students/seniors. Tickets available at All Saints' Church office, 330 Windsor Avenue, or at the door.

Canadian Cancer Society presents "Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer" - A Community Walk starting at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Leamington, from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Walk a 5 km outdoor loop from the Kinsmen Recreation Complex along Erie Street and Seacliff Drive. Enjoy morning snacks and live entertainment, celebrate at the Breast Cancer Survivor Tribute. Pets welcome (must be leashed). Register early, to avoid line-ups, as a team, individual or survivor - visit www.takingsteps.ca. For more information, please call 519-254-5116 or Deb Jones Chambers at 519-326-6199.

Wine Cruisin for Cystic Fibrosis, in memory of Josie Marvelli, at 1:30 p.m. Trolley Pick up at Windsor Crossings near Applebeeʼs. Enjoy an afternoon on the wine trolley while enjoying wine tastings paired with various foods, various wine tours and a delicious dinner at Sprucewood Estates. $75/person. Call Chantelle to order your tickets at 519-252-2850.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 18:

The Leamington Area Ecumenical Refugee Committee will meet at 6:30 pm in Knox Presbyterian Church Leamington. We invite you to join our team of welcoming refugees to our town. Financial contributions (tax receipt given) would greatly help with the sponsorship for our next family. Please consider helping us in body or financially. We are excited & proud of the 1st family we sponsored, Nelcy & her boys became Canadian Citizens. For further info please contact Carolyn Reid 519326-6776.

5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Leamington United Church, 9 John St., welcomes all who are alone or having trouble making ends meet to their monthly Leamington Food and Fellowship Supper. No charge.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19:

During Ontario Public Library Week, visit the Kingsville branch for "Your World, Your Library" at 7 p.m. Pre-register at the library. For more information, call 519-733-5620, or visit www.essexcountylibrary.ca.

South Essex Community Council presents a Community Home Supports Information Open House.  Come learn about home and community support services for seniors, persons with disabilities, and persons with Alzheimerʼs disease or other dementias.  Three, 1-hour open house sessions to choose from.  10:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. at 215 Talbot St. E., Leamington.  Everyone welcome.  Canʼt attend or want more info?  Call SECC at 519-326-8629.

WEDNSDAY, OCTOBER 20:

The Leamington Horticultural Society will hold its monthly meeting at The Leamington United Church, 9 John Street at 7:30pm on Oct. 20, 2010. Come and learn about how you can bring peace and harmony into your home and garden. Dan Lougheed will be speaking on the topic, Japanese Garden Design and Bonsai. You do not have to be a member to attend, guests are welcome and attendance is free. If you need more information please call 519-325-0953

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22:

Leamington Mersea Historical Society Awards Banquet at 6:30 p.m. at the Rhine Danube Club in Leamington. Dinner, awards, silent auction, 50/50 draw. Contributions to silent auction still being accepted. Tickets $25. Call Betty Fox at 519-326-5916.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23: Merlin United Church, Broasted Chicken Dinner, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. at Merlin Community Hall. Adults $15, Youth 6-12 $6, 5 and under

“A Starlight Stroll” gala

Oct. 23

The Leamington Mennonite Home is preparing for their annual fundraising gala to be held Saturday, October 23. “A Starlight Stroll” will take place at Roma Club and will feature an evening of festivities including a fabulous appetizer table, a fine dinner, and wonderful music and silent auction.

This year’s gala project is “Courtyard Re-Creation” and the funds generated will allow for the beautification and renewal of the existing space which is part of the retirement home. Elements such as walkways, flower beds, sitting areas, water features and bird baths will be updated to make them more accessible and pleasurable for residents and their family members.

Since 2002 the LMH annual fundraising galas have raised $250,000 for a variety of worthwhile projects. The Leamington Mennonite Home Community of Care provides care and services for 350 seniors.

OGVG launches Greenhouse Grows Program

The Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) have launched the Greenhouse Grows Program, an initiative which is bringing the importance of Ontario greenhouses and nutrition to the classroom.

Essex County students were the first to be exposed to this program in a launch September 30 at Migration Hall in Kingsville. Students experienced firsthand activities related to health, and also sampled recipes from area high school High Skills Major Program students.

In conjunction with the Greenhouse Grows Launch, the Greater Essex County District School Board also hosted the area Specialist High Skills Major Program launch. Nearly 40 exhibitors filled Migration Hall exhibiting to students possible career directions and Co-Op opportunities.

“We are currently developing curriculum and an educational video which will eventually be used province-wide to complement the Greenhouse Grows program,” says Laura Brinkmann, marketing coordinator, OGVG. “We’re holding the launch now because we wanted to get the students to start thinking about greenhouses and the impact that everyday choices have on their health and nutrition. We thought Essex County was a great place to start as students are in such close vicinity to so many greenhouses.”

The project has been incubating for a year, thanks to $48,712 in funding from the Ontario Agri-Food Education Healthy Eating Program.

Safe cycling is an issue

Cylists and readers,

When we returned from Alberta we were saddened to hear of the tragic accident causing the death of Kyle Peters, a 15-year-old boy about to enter Grade 10 at Cardinal Carter Secondary School in Leamington.

It’s been five years since we’ve been advocating for Share the Road signage, sharrows and paved shoulders along primary cycling routes, as are commonplace in provinces like Alberta and B.C. and many communities elsewhere in Ontario. Five years ago, our local transportation system didn’t give cyclists any consideration whatsoever. Since then, to be fair, some meaningful improvements have been made. Today, Share the Road signage has been posted throughout the County and in most local communities. This was an easy and inexpensive first step in the right direction. Also, some communities have put in bike lanes, sharrows and /or painted edgelines - to better channel traffic. Motorists and cyclists have both benefited from this channeling, which gives cyclists enough ‘wiggle-room’ to help them avoid blocking heavy traffic. Some have even created maps of their cycling network for the benefit of users and made them publicly available on their websites.

But there are still huge gaps in the local cycling network both in between Windsor-Essex County (WEC) communities and within the communities themselves. In WEC and every community, within it it is still rare to bicycle more than a few kilometres (10 easy riding pace minutes) without encountering an obstacle such as an unsafe roadway. In essence, the local transportation system stills fails cyclists who want to do the most basic utilitarian things like: bike to school, the community grocery store, parks and / or playing fields.

It’s time for Councils to quit debating the need for safe cycling routes and make it a top priority. One only has to travel (by bike of course) to Chatham-Kent, which is now leaping ahead of us, to see the difference. WEC should be writing the cycling manuals for 2020 and making this Canada’s most bike friendly region - just like Vancouver has the objective of being Canada’s most bike friendly city. When this happens, the need for us as a lobby group for cyclists will cease to exist. One of our top goals is to make ourselves redundant!

Why should safe cycling in WEC be part of the local vision? Because we have the longest cycling season in the country (equal to Victoria BC), the flattest easy biking terrain and the most cyclists per capita. The area’s over 4,000 migrant workers, who use their bikes as their primary means of independent transportation, alone should make this a priority, not to mention the local health stats (obesity, diabetes and cancer rates) that indicate that most of us in WEC could use more exercise and not to mention we could use a little less smog around here.

Of course, leading the curve requires leaders and decision-makers with vision, willingness and ability. Unfortunately,15-year-olds who are too young to drive, but old enough to travel independently by bike, and migrant workers aren’t able to vote. SO WE MUST VOTE FOR THEM!

This fall, we will have an opportunity to vote in the Municipal Elections. This fall, we need to elect people who will do the right thing, which is to:

1. wholeheartedly endorse and support (fund) the completion and implementation of the County of Essex County Wide Active Transportation Plan,

2. wholeheartedly endorse and support (fund) similar AT plans within their respective municipalities, and,

3. complete the implementation of a local municipal active transportation plan before their term is up.

The 2010 Municipal Election is on October 25. Mark your calendars! When you are deciding who to vote for, please consider which candidates truly support these healthy lifestyle and active transportation objectives.

Ride safely, Tom and Sue Omstead for Share the Road - Essex County

REC ROUND-UP REC ROUND-UP

Hockey Parents: Register your children now in Kirk Bowman hockey schools. Various camps available this fall and winter – Mini Hockey School, Shooting and Scoring Camp, Power Skating and Puck Handling, etc. See Kirk Bowman Hockey School on Facebook and call the Complex to register today!

Rental Options at the Complex: Meeting rooms for small meetings or larger workshops, bridal showers, family reunions or company events. Rent the pool or the ice for your work party or youth group. The possibilities are endless, so check out your community Complex.

The 7th Annual Health & Fitness Life ’n Style Expo is taking place on Oct. 22 & 23 at the Complex:

• Vendor displays, demonstrations and informative speaker series – medical professionals, alternative and holistic practitioners. Come be informed and educated and make good choices for your Health and Well-being!

• Designer Handbag Silent Auction: New and some gently used handbags from some of Leamington’s leading ladies – plus a wine and cheese reception on Fri Oct. 22nd from 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. This will be a great evening to relax after a long week of work and enjoy doing something JUST FOR YOU! Bring along a friend!

• Meet Chef Paul “Fink”, a feature writer with Canada’s Best Health magazine and a frequent host on the Food Network. Be sure to catch this dynamic chef presentation at 11a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Sat. 23rd.

• Several doctors of Naturopathy from the Hospice of Windsor/Essex County will lead informative talks on “Green Living for your Health”, followed by a question and answer session.

• Fashion show from Leamington’s BIA – Sat. Oct. 23rd at 2:00 p.m.

Attention Adults and Seniors: The Complex offers Slip and Fall Prevention Classes. Are you concerned about falling and breaking bones, or is your balance really poor? We offer 3 different classes that are geared to help you improve your balance and coordination and preserve bone density. Come for a Tour! Visit the weight room or the indoor walking/jogging track. Over 50 fitness and aquafitness classes offered each week, or contact one of our five personal trainers, one of our three nutrition and wellness coaches, or consider personal pilates training or personal water training. Our certified staff will help you reach new goals!

We have something for every...body!

Atom Majors drop 3 games

This wasn’t a good Thanksgiving weekend for the Reid Funeral Home Atom Majors who dropped 3 games.

The Caps would play a home and home with Tecumseh and fall 11-4 and 12-5. Sunday the Caps hosted Essex and the results were not a whole lot better suffering a 9-3 defeat. Even with the onesided scores there were a few bright spots.

Gioia DiCiocco collected 5 goals with a hat trick in the second game, one goal was a penalty shot. In this same game the Caps would be penalty-free. The team knows what has to be done to change the outcome of games like this and it will take a team effort to do so. The Caps will host the Riverside Rangers this Friday with action starting at 8:10 p.m. on the Heinz rink.

Election Day is October 25

Meet Billy Raffoul

Billy Raffoul is a 16-year-old grade 11 Cardinal Carter student and he’s also a singer/ songwriter. You may know his dad, singer/songwriter recording artist Jody Raffoul, and his artist/painter mother, Lisa Raffoul. Billy grew up listening to his dad’s music since birth. He has pictures his mother took of him when he was 3 years old, playing and holding a guitar that was bigger than he was. When he was 12 years old, Billy played his first gig with his dad at the outdoor show “Friday Night Lights” at the high school. He played electric guitar with the band and was joined by his younger brother Peter on percussion. His first paying gig was this past summer at Freddie’s Restaurant playing on the patio. It rained and he had to move inside to finish the show. Billy is very interested in the music business and may pursue a career, possibly as a performer/writer. Time will tell…

Music Music

Profiles... Profiles...

Formal training: Billy is a self-taught guitarist but has taken music theory and instrumental music classes at high school with his teacher Mr. Montminy.

Type of music: Billy describes his music as half rock/alternative and half acoustic covers and original songs. His music is influenced by classic rock, the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and Jimmy Page, but he is very open to listening to all styles of music. How often do you practice: Every day. There are days that he just can’t put the guitar down and other days it will be 1 hour or less. But definitely every day

Venues: You can catch Billy at Freddie’s Restaurant in the summer and at local coffee houses, etc.

Most interesting place played: Billy played at a friend’s work party. It was on the beach with a campfire, good food, good friends, and Billy got to play the music. Brush with fame: He got the chance to meet Sean Lennon (son of John Lennon of the Beatles) and Sean’s girlfriend, who is also a great bass player. They were at the Guitar Centre in Los Angeles, California. Sean Lennon was picking up a guitar at the store and Peter Raffoul, Billy’s younger brother, went up to him and gave him a copy of Jody’s CD “Big Sky”, then shook his hand. Jody and Billy just waved.

Most significant gig: Billy really enjoyed playing with his father at a benefit for SECC at the St. Clair Centre for Performing Arts, the old Chrysler Theatre. He got to play his electric guitar on stage with the band to a full house.

Any CDs available?: Not yet, but he has been recording as he writes new songs and he is currently getting ready to put out a 10-song CD of all original music.

If you could play with anyone, who would it be?: Billy would like to jam one-on-one

with Jimi Hendrix – just to watch and learn. That would be the best.

Where would you like to be in 5 years time?: “I would like to have some steady gigs,” said Billy. “I want to make a living playing music and I would like to have a CD available.”

Website: You can contact Billy on Facebook/Billy Raffoul and he will have a website soon.

John McDermott at Migration Hall

Migration Hall will welcome John McDermott back to the stage on Sunday, November 28 at 2 p.m. His latest tour, “Raised on Songs and Stories”, has taken him across Canada and back again and has featured a variety of Canadian artists from the regions he touched. Joining John on stage will be Cape Breton’s latest fiddling sensation, Rosie McKenzie.

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

OPP dedicate marine vessel

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) held a special dedication ceremony of one of its marine patrol vessels to honour retired Commissioner Julian Fantino. Fantino served in the role of Commissioner from October of 2006 until the end of July 2010. The ceremony was held Friday, October 1.

The marine patrol vessel that was dedicated the “Julian Fantino” is a 32-foot (676-cm) launch powered by twin inboard/outboard diesel engines. She currently patrols the western basin of Lake Erie from Wheatley to the international border, along the Detroit River — excluding those areas patrolled by the City of Windsor police — into Lake St. Clair, along the international border to the Thames River. This vessel is moored at Amherstburg and is part of the Essex County OPP Marine Patrol Unit that is responsible for policing over 1,000 square kilometres (386 square miles) near the international border.

Join us for our

When: Thursday, October 21st from 11am – 2pm

Where: 243 Erie Street South, Leamington Our CFO, John Klassen, will speak at noon.

We welcome the opportunity to share mid-year updates and chat with our members and community partners.

Not a member yet? Ask us if you qualify. Better yet, stop in and see how we work together every day to create a healthy credit union, live out our values, and offer a variety of financial services for our faith community.

For the first time in many years, Migration Hall is thrilled to present a Christmas story as classic as blinking Christmas lights! The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – written by Barbara Robinson and directed by first-time Migration Hall director Melissa McLeod – will be on stage from December 11-19. The horrible Herdmans will be invading the hall to offer an escape from the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Filled with a cast of 60 children and adults from the area, this is the perfect way to spend an evening with your family leading up to the most wonderful time of the year.

Tickets for all events can be purchased at Kingsville Office Pro, 30 Main St. East, Kingsville, by calling 519-733-8357, or online at www.migrationhall.ca.

The OPP’s Essex Marine Unit frequently works with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Ministry of Natural Resources, Canada Border Services Agency, United States Coast Guard, and neighbouring Canadian and American police services. The Unit also conducts and assists partner agencies with Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement and Security duties.

OBITUARY

Dorothy Maxine Ford

It is with much sadness that the family of Maxine Ford announces her passing on Tuesday, October 5, 2010, at Strathroy General Middlesex Hospital, in her 81st year. She is back at home with her husband of 58 years, Henry, who passed away in July of 2008. Mom will be sadly missed by her 8 children, Jim (Diana) of Cambridge, Larry (Glynda), Strathroy, Pat(ricia) McLean, (the late Doug, 2008) of Leamington, Carol McLellan (Roland) of Melbourne, Mary Anne Stevenson (Glen) and Tom, both of Strathroy, Rob of London, and Kathy Evans (Kerry) of Blenheim. Loving Grandma of 17 grandchildren and Great Grandma GG to 7 greatgrandchildren.

So many wonderful memories and special times will be cherished and remembered with much love by everyone.

“Forever in our Hearts”

Cardinal Carter Corner

First semester activities are well underway at Cardinal Carter. Congratulations to our new student council for the 2010/2011 school year: Prime Minister – Bianca Salive; Senator – Sandra Esposito; Sr. Deputy Prime Minister – Katrina Paty; Jr. Deputy Prime Minister – Bryan Dutot; Secretary –Vanessa Resendes; Minister of School Improvement – Matt Sabelli; Minister of Extracurricular Affairs –Kayla Salive; Minister of Publicity – Nicole Ricci; Minister of Christian Affairs – Catherine Valle; Minister of Tech – Celina Joseph; Executive Honorary Members – Marc Beneteau, Mike Wickham, Amber Whaley, Marina Liovas; Grade 12 reps – Anthony Abraham and Kayla DiSchiavo; Grade 11 rep – Mikaela Hamm; Grade 10 reps – Joseph Najem, Grace Enns, Caitlyn Johns, Carly Ross; Grade 9 reps – Madison Robinson, Tatiana Marahano, J.J. Castro, Philip Weiller. Mrs. Beltran and her team of senior student volunteers are running the weekly Homework Help Club. The club meets every Wednesday after school in the library. Students are encouraged to take advantage of this free service whenever academic assistance is required.

environment while at the same time emphasizing the importance of an active lifestyle.

What else are we up to at Cardinal Carter?

Senior Physical Education students at Cardinal Carter have the opportunity to get fit while earning a credit. Four days a week students travel to Club Fitt in Leamington to develop personal fitness while studying elements of a healthy lifestyle.

Students examine the components of physical fitness, nutrition, healthy weight management and body structure. This unique course gives students exposure to a fitness club

Football season is well underway. The junior football team was successful in their first 3 games. The Cougars beat Riverside 40-6, thanks in part to 3 touchdowns by John Najim, L’Essor 28-0 thanks to a strong defensive effort, and Essex 40-7 with 3 touchdowns by Matteo Del Brocco. The senior football team beat Assumption 22-0, but lost to Massey (14-7) and Sandwich (31-21).

Dance-o-logy is back! The annual dance extravaganza will be held in our auditorium in December. This year the show will feature a community dance number made up of parents and adult supporters of Cardinal Carter. If anyone wishes to be part of this community number, please contact Maggy Sonoski or Geralyn O’Brien at 519-322-2804. Rehearsals begin the first week of November.

The Four Seasons Driver Education opened in Leamington a couple of months ago, and an official ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Tuesday morning, October 5. Owner Natalie Maier (left) and Lori Balkwill, Office Manager (right) held the ribbon as Leamington Mayor John Adams cut the ribbon. Four Seasons Driver Education is 11 years old and offers courses for beginners/G1 and special courses for seniors. “We teach them how to drive, not just pass their test,” said Balkwill. The mission statement for Four Seasons Driver Education is to do whatever it takes to reduce death and injury on our roads. Four Seasons is new to Leamington, but has been in business in other locations for 11 years. A free seminar is planned for Monday, October 18. (SUN Photo)

Tomato harvest over for another year

This year’s tomato harvest wrapped up on October 1 as the last load was weighed in and unloaded at the H.J. Heinz Company in Leamington.

2010 was a good year for most growers, having lasted approximately six weeks. A very good season will run eight to nine weeks. Farmers delivered 224,000 tonnes to the plant.

FLYERS UPDATE

In the battle of the Leamington Flyers and LaSalle Vipers, home ice has not proved to be an advantage as the road team has won each of the three matchups so far this season.

FLYERS beaten 4-3 vs lASALLE

October 7th vs LaSalle

Flyers: #22 Tyler Quigley, #3 Koddi Quick

The most recent meeting was last Thursday and despite taking an early three-goal lead, the Flyers were unable to hold on and LaSalle scored four unanswered goals to win 4-3.

Marco Canzoneri got things going for the Flyers when he scored 1:40 into the first period. Midway through the period Jared Dennis made a beautiful pass through the neutral zone to Matt Ogden who skated in on a breakaway and fired the puck just inside the left post to make it 2-0. In what is possibly the Flyers team record for fastest two goals by the same player, Ogden struck again just 10 seconds later when he blasted a quick shot past the LaSalle goalie from the edge of the crease. Despite being down early on, LaSalle played hard and goaltender Colin Greeley made numerous saves to keep the Vipers off the scoreboard through the first period. But they eventually got one past him when they scored on the power play just over four minutes into the second period. LaSalle struck again a few minutes later to pull within one of the Flyers and then evened the score at 3-3 with 5:43 remaining in the second.

An unfortunate Flyers turnover resulted in LaSalle getting the go-ahead goal 1:40 into the third period. Greeley continued to play well in net to hold the Vipers to a one-goal lead, but the Flyers weren’t able to generate any offense late in the game and it ended a 4-3 victory for the defending Sutherland Cup Champions.

Following the game, forward Matt Ogden admitted that the early three-goal lead might have hurt the Flyers. “We weren’t prepared in the second,” Ogden said. “We got too comfortable with the lead.”

Assistant coach Jamie McDermott thought the Flyers were even lucky to get out of the first period with the three-goal lead. “I didn’t even think we played that great in the first period despite what the score showed,” McDermott said. “If it wasn’t for Greeley in net we would ’ve been in a lot more trouble.” (continuedonpage14)

PLAYER PROFILE

Height: 5’ 9” Weight: 150 lbs Birth Date: Oct. 13, 1993 Hometown: Windsor, ON Last Season: Blenheim Blades

FLYERS FLASHBACKS

Oct. 14 vs London Oct. 17 vs St. Mary’s AWAY GAMES: Oct. 23 in Strathroy at 7:30 pm Oct. 24 in Chatham at 7:00 pm

FEBRUARY 1988

Enjoying a Flyers game with friends.

Pictured in front are Jim Ferguson and Fred Epplett (Photo courtesy of Bob Platsko)

win 2 flyers game tickets

Last week’s answer: Referee (d). Winner is Andrew Saad.

This week’s trivia: What forced the use of white jerseys to help differentiate the teams in the late 40' and early 50's?

Swimming with the stars!

Local competitive swimmers Cody and Maddy Lavoie recently had the opportunity to train and compete with the very best in the world!

They were invited to spend a day in the pool with U.S. Olympic swimmers Christine Magnuson and Peter Vanderkaay at Oakland University in Michigan. Both of these U.S.A. Olympians were silver and gold medalists at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Cody was recognized amongst the youth invited in both the butterfly and backstroke in the 14/over division.

Maddy was recognized in the 13/under division for her excellent butterfly

After the grueling three-hour session, the swimmers were able to spend time with the Olympians and ask questions regarding fitness levels, nutrition and training regimens.

Quick Fact: The U.S. Olympic swimmers spend 20-22 hours per week in the pool, and for most of them this is in addition to attending university! At present, Cody (grade 9)

By Gordon Wonnick

Sun Parlour Curling Club will begin the 2010-11 season on October 18 with what has become a tradition – a week of free curling. The club will have free curling from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m, from October 18 until October 21 and everyone is welcome.

If you attend the free curling and are a beginner or have never curled before, there will be people available to help you get started. This is a wonderful way of finding out if you enjoy the game. If you do, it is easy to join for very little expense.

On October 22 there will be a fun night (the club hosts these events several times during the season) where you can come and do some curling, meet some nice people and enjoy some good pizza all for just $10. Everyone is welcome. Last year many non-members as well as members really enjoyed these outings.

It should be pointed out that if you have a medical issue that prevents you from bend-

ing down in the hack in order to throw the rock – no problem. The club has many curlers that deliver their rocks using a stick. This is becoming quite popular. Come along and give it a try, the curling club members will show you how.

For more information about Sun Parlour Curling Club, call 519-326-3514. That’s it for this week. See you at the club.

spends 15 hours per week in the pool in addition to attending high school. First choice among workout recovery drinks? Chocolate milk! The U.S. training staff highly recommends chocolate milk over sugary or caffeinated sports drinks.

Before leaving for home, Cody had the opportunity to have his picture taken with both Olympic swimmers and Peter Vanderkaay’s younger brother, Alex, who is a 7-time NCAA swim champion. They told Cody he could wear one of their gold medals, but challenged him to one day “get his own.” He eagerly accepted the challenge!

Cody Lavoi (left) and U.S. Olympian Peter Vanderkaay.

Maddy Lavoie (left) with U.S. Olympic swimmer Christine Magnuson.

Flyers win Showcase match

October 10th vs Listowel

On Sunday the Flyers travelled to St. Mary’s to take on the Listowel Cyclones as part of the GOJHL Showcase Weekend. The Flyers were trailing 2-0 midway through the second period but they got on the board when Matt Ogden fanned on his initial shot but stayed with it and slid the puck in the corner of the net to make it 2-1.

With just over six minutes remaining in the period the Flyers found themselves short handed but the penalty kill continued to thrive, as it has all season. Nick Nicodemo outbattled a Cyclone defenseman in the corner and fed Cheyne Matheson in the hash marks whose wrist shot evened the score 2-2. Listowel responded with 4:19 remaining in the period to regain the lead but 55 seconds later the Flyers evened the score once again. Chris Scott made a nice pass from behind the net to Alex Seguin out in front who deked the Listowel goalie before putting the puck in to make it 3-3 after two periods.

The third period was all Flyers and Tony Spidalieri got the game winning goal 3:47 in when he battled a Listowel defenseman one-on-one as he carried the puck towards the net, eventually getting a shot off and giving the Flyers the 4-3 lead. A few minutes later the Flyers got the insurance marker after some quick passes on the power play. Koddi Quick started the play at the point and passed it to Eric Leardi along the boards who dished it to Marco Canzoneri in the middle of the zone who one-timed it in to make it 5-3.

Colin Greeley and Zakk Olvin split the goaltending duties, switching midway through the second period. With the win, the Flyers record now stands at 6-6-0.

Notes:

The Flyers signed two defensemen last week. Aidan Wiebenga of Tilbury and Evan Acceturra of Novi, Michigan….Matt Ogden leads the Flyers with seven goals and Kody Polin leads the team with 12 points….The Flyers have two home games coming up. They host the London Nationals on Thursday and the St. Mary’s Lincolns on Sunday. Both games begin at 7:10 p.m.

LaSalle defeats Midget AE’s

The Bob Dick Plant Farm sponsored Midget AE’s jumped out to an early two-goal lead on Saturday night in Wheatley.

Branden McKeen opened the scoring early in the first and Andrew Penner scored minutes later as the Caps jumped out in front of the visiting Sabres. Scott Robinson, Davey Watson and Brennan Mastronardi picked up assists.

LaSalle came roaring back and tied the score at two before the end of the first. The Sabres scored the only goal of the second period for a 3-2 lead. The third period was back and forth with the home team tying the score on a Robinson shot. Watson picked up his second helper of the game.

Tyler Jackson was called upon on several occasions to make the big save to keep the game tied. Midway through the third a LaSalle player was hauled down and awarded a penalty shot. Jackson was sharp on the play and got a piece of the shot but it trickled across the line for the go ahead goal. Penner scored his second of the night, an unassisted tally to tie the game at 4-4.

A few minutes later the Sabres would score to take a 5-4 lead. The Caps pulled their goalie and with an extra attacker on the ice had several really good scoring chances to tie the game. The Caps were pressing hard when LaSalle recovered a loose puck and cleared it into the empty net. The final score ended 6-4 in favour of the Sabres.

Leamington Sun County United Soccer Club to grow again

If there were any doubts about what kind of success the Leamington SC United Soccer (LSCU) Club would have when it debuted in the WADSL league two seasons ago, they have been erased. The Club had an unbelievable second season and is now the club everyone is talking about.

What started as a club of five teams in the 2009 season grew to ten teams in the 2010 season. Now with the possibility of 2-3 teams being added there could possibly be 12-13 teams for the 2011 season. Most of the teams in the Windsor & District Soccer League (WADSL) have already started with preliminary tryouts and LSCU is following suit. There will be tryouts for all age divisions – U11 boys to U18 boys and U12 girls to U18 girls. It is not too late to join a fantastic soccer club. Details for tryouts can be found on the website www.leamingtonscunited.com.

The season officially ended Saturday night, October 2, with the Leamington SC United awards banquet. There was a lot of hardware on display with six of the ten teams going all the way to the championship games. The U11 Boys were Kickoff Champs, Division Champs and Finalists. They also had the top goalie and top goal scorer for their division. U12 Boys were Kickoff Finalists and Play-Off Finalists, U16 Girls were Division Finalists and Playoff Finalists, and U17 Level 3 boys were Kick-Off Cup Champs and Season Champs. The U18 Boys were Kickoff Champs, Division Champs and Playoff Champs, and Senior Men were Kickoff Finalists and Division Finalists.

A representative from the Ontario Soccer Association (OSA) was on hand to present the club with the Club Excellence Bronze award with in the OSA. Next year the club hopes to add the silver award.

There were several awards handed out to some very worthy players. It is tough as a coach to have to choose recipients for these awards because they all go out on the field with the same mindset and that is to play hard, have fun and win. These were the lucky players to take home some hardware of their own.

U11 Boys: Heart Award – Kale Ambrose; Coaches Choice – Nathan Leili; Players Choice – Jade Vanoorschot and Nick DiCarlo.

U12 Boys: Heart Award – Spencer Medel; Coaches Choice – Jesse Mendes; Players Choice – Joshua Dawson.

U14 Boys: Heart Award – Chris Tannous; Coaches Choice – Austin Bento; Players Choice – Lucas Santos.

U15 Boys: Heart Award – Mike Isase; Coaches Choice – Steven Dunn; Players Choice – Mike Mastronardi.

U16 Boys: Heart Award – Liam Pierce; Coaches Award – Steven Ricketts; Players Award – Henry Frankis.

U17 Boys: Heart Award – Bradley Dos Santos; Coaches Award – Jason Goncalves; Players Award – Kris DelGado.

U18 Boys: Heart Award – Michael Poupada; Coaches Award – Jordan Lidia; Players Award – Derek DiMenna.

Senior Men: Heart Award – Rui Feriera; Coaches Award – Leo Rato.

U14 Girls: Heart Award – Darby Van Horn; Coaches Award – Hailey Neels; Players Award – Haley Kapetanov.

U16 Girls: Heart Award – Brittney Hillman and Angela Young; Coaches Award – Stephanie DaGloria; Players Award – Amanda Desjardins.

Coaching Staff of the Year: U18 Boys. Coach Dino DiMenna, Coach Jaime Gaspar, Delia Gaspar, Vera DiMenna.

Volunteer of the Year: Dan Rino, Tim Weil and Terry Mastronardi.

Southpoint Girls House League

A late night game in Harrow on Friday, October 8 did not slow down the Colasanti Bantam girls red machine. Harrow began the scoring early in the first on a goal by Maria Goggin, assisted by Sarah Beneteau. Colasanti’s replied with a tally from Stephanie Mastronardi, assisted by new captain Hannah Toews and Madi Hamm. Toews recorded the game winner later in the second period on a pass from Olivia Wuerch. Sammar Liebrock finished it off late in the third on a pass from Toews. Final score 3-1 for Colasanti’s.

Saturday, October 9 games Peewee RCRER girls lost 4-0 to Lakeshore Blue.

2-1.

Team 8 finishes with top points

Robert Hudders, Pierre Brisson, Norm Beattie, Canadian Tire sponsor, Marian Richard, Roger Cote, Ryan Harder, Paul Bunnett-Jones, and in front, Charles LeBlanc and Ron Gardiner. (Photo Submitted)

Erie Shores Thursday Night League

The Erie Shores Men’s Annual Thursday Night League had its Closing Dinner and Awards Presentation this past Thursday with this year’s top group, Team 8, finishing with 146 points. Led by Captain Norm Beattie, Team 8 also consisted of Paul Bunnett-Jones, Roger Cote, Robert Hudders, Vic Penner, Pierre Brisson, Charles LeBlanc, Ryan Harder, Derrick Hutchins, Richard Segedin and Ron Gardiner.

Finishing second with 121 points was Team 2, captained by Gary Alderson and including Jamie Barnwell, Neil DeBacker, Bob Dick, Ward Hutchins, Phil Larade, Lorne Michaelis, Mike Morin, Peter Neufeld, Terry Pettapiece and Richard Reive.

Team 7 Captain Dale Marinacci and team mates George Bergen, Tom Dearie, Rick Harwood, Yves Lanteign, Mike MacKinnon, Jack Martin, Will Peters, Justin Renwick, Bill Ruiter and Greg Zimney finished a close third with 119 points, while Team 1 with Tim Tiessen as Captain and fellow players Gord Anderson, Claire Sherk, Neil Reimer, Garth Dennerly, Geoff Dunmore, Brian Geddes, Gary McRae, Ryan Hutchison, David Glass and Brian Humphreys on board managed to get 106 points to finish in fourth place.

Team 5 Captain Kevin Babkirk and his team of Todd Bell, Paul George, Pete Lyons, Brian Dunmore, Scott Omstead, Ed Pump, Mark Grabb, Rod Paulin and Bill Wheeler ended up in fifth place with their tally of 83 points, Finishing 3 points back at 80 and in sixth place was Captain Ken Steingart and his Team 11 players of Kirk Bowman, Ralph Warkentin, Tim Towle, Harry Garbarino, Wayne Gillett, Todd Stahl, Mike Herbert, Bill Skater, Tyler Hicks and Pete Neufeld. The remaining 6 teams finished with points ranging from 78 to 32.

It was truly an exciting season for the Erie Shores Men’s Thursday Night League as it had its highest number of league players ever participating with a record total of 130 players. This was all made possible by the Club allowing non-members to play this year which meant an increase of some 50 new golfers.

Adding to that success was monthly prize awards for all players and a final prize table worth over $4,000 from the Canadian Tire store in Leamington. In that regard, Canadian Tire has been a strong sponsor of this event for the past seven years. And, because of its popularity, Erie Shores will again be allowing non-members to join up for Thursday nights beginning in May of 2011. For more information about joining this league, call Erie Shores Pro Kyle Stewart at 519-326-4231, extension 26.

Congratulations to the 2010 Orchard View Club Championships winners. Pictured here are the winners, from left to right, Jamie Church, Men’s Consolation Winner; Rick Adamson Men’s Club Champion; Carol Cornies, Women’s Club Champion; and Denise Michaud, Women’s Consolation Champion. (Photo Submitted)

Firefighters visit Mount Carmel-Blytheswood

By Allison Siddall

Leamington Fire Services visited area schools last week as part of Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 3-9.

Fire Inspector Mike Ciacelli and Deputy Chief Chuck Parsons were at Mount Carmel-Blytheswood Public School on Friday, October 8 to give a presentation to the students on fire hazards in the home, what to do in case of fire and, of course, fire prevention.

A remarkable educational tool, Sparky’s Hazard House, was used to demonstrate possible dangers. The Hazard

House is a model of an actual home and features sound effects and real smoke. The students were asked to install tiny smoke alarms where they should be located, and the firefighters demonstrated what happens if, for example, a plugged-in radio falls into the bathtub, if a pot is left on the stove, if a child plays with a lighter or matches, if too many things are plugged into an electrical outlet, and if there are dangerous materials stored in the basement.

During their presentation the firefighters stressed the importance of having an escape plan and a safe family meeting place in case there is a fire in their home. They also reassured the students that it is not tattling to tell an adult if they see someone doing something dangerous such as playing with matches.

Each child received a “Stop, Drop and Roll” pencil, courtesy of the fire department.

The presentation concluded with a fire drill where the students conducted themselves in an orderly and timely manner.

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Tour & shop Essex County retail stores & businesses, all in 1 location!

Special clown guest from Dotsy’s entertainment Free face painting & balloon animals for kids

Alex James is installing a smoke alarm in the stairwell of Sparky’s Hazard House.

Troy Thiessen is removing hazardous materials that are stored in the basement of Sparky’s Hazard House.

Fire Inspector Mike Ciacelli (left) and Deputy Chief Chuck Parsons use Sparky’s Hazard House to educate children about dangers in the home and what to do in case of fire. Sparky’s Hazard House also has components that can be added for educating seniors as well. The $10,000 educational tool was purchased with public donations.

Employees of HUB International in Leamington recently held their annual Can Drive. More than 1,500 items were collected including a large donation of goods from Weil’s Food Processing. The items collected were donated to the Leamington Salvation Army Food Bank, Wheatley Food Bank, Kingsville Food Bank and the Windsor Downtown Mission. Pictured from left to right are HUB employees Carrie Pinard, Dianna George, Lori Heyens and Kristy Barreto. (Photo Submitted)

Life ‘N Style Expo in Leamington

The Municipality of Leamington, Department of Culture & Recreation Services is pleased to present The 7th annual Health & Fitness LIFE ‘N STYLE Expo on Friday, October 22, & Saturday, October 23.

The Expo will feature information on health, fitness, life and style! The Expo is being held at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex and admission is just $4. There will be everything you need to know to help you make informed decisions about your body, your mind, your health and wellbeing.

There’s something of interest for both men and women. Take in all the vendor displays and demonstrations offered by medical professionals and holistic wellness practitioners. Become informed and educated and then make the right decisions for you!

New this year, Life ‘N Style Expo will feature some unique aspects for women. On Friday evening there will be a Designer Handbag Silent Auction with proceeds to the Hospice of Windsor & Essex County. This will take place from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with a wine reception by Aleksander Estate Winery.

On Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., there will be a chef demonstration by Chef Paul Fink. At 2 p.m. there will be a fashion show walk through by Leamington boutiques Vendor Displays will be

Peewee A/ES tie 2, lose

1 in LaSalle tourney

The Southpoint Uni-Fab Peewee A/Es travelled to Lasalle last weekend for the annual Randy Brunet Memorial Hockey Tournament.

The kids took on the hometown Lasalle Sabres in their first game of the tournament and came out a little flat. Lasalle took a 1-0 lead after the first period and Brandan Lavadan held the boys in. The third period was more promising with several chances. With 28 seconds left in the game and after swarming the Lasalle net, Luc Ribble backhanded a beauty home past the Sabre tender and the game ended in a 1-1 tie. Assists went to Evan Loveless and Jack Hannigan.

The kids took Saturday off and played the Tecumseh Eagles on Sunday afternoon. Dawson Iles started the scoring off with a shorthanded goal and the assist went to Evan Loveless. Tecumseh scored 3 straight goals to take a 3-1 lead into the third period.

The kids came out swinging in the third and came up with a hardworking goal by Jack Towle. The assists went to Thomas Livingstone and Mitchel Demelo. Luc Ribble then took the puck in the Tecumseh corner and worked his way through 3 Tecumseh players and made a beautiful pass out front to Dawson Iles who banged it home. Again, the boys ended in a 3-3 tie.

Southpoint took on the Belle River Jr. Canadiens on Sunday night. The kids seemed to be in turkey comas for most of the game and ended up taking a 6-1 loss. Dawson Iles scored the lone goal with assists going to Luc Ribble and Connor Ribble.

The next games are a weekend pair against Belle River and Chatham. Keep working hard kids!

set up for the entire Expo. Keynote speakers include, Dr. Janice Davie, ND, and Dr. Denis Marier, MA, ND.

Dr. Davie will be speaking

on how our health is affected by the environment and the steps we need to take to prevent disease from environmental exposures.

Dr. Marier will speak about the relationship between mindscape & landscape; nature being a teacher and healer.

HUB Can Drive for Food Bank

SOUTHPOINT SUN

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Happy 80th Birthday Margaret Beattie

Love you Mom, Jerry, Marvin, Rosanne and our families.

NOTICE TO PUBLIC

It has recently come to our attention a certain individual is circulating false and malicious email letters in an attempt to discredit and cause the undersigned disrespect amongst the community while running for public office. Such an attempt only depicts one’s own true character and sinister mind. This matter has now been reported to law enforcement as well as the MP and MPP office of Essex/Kent. www.robert-tatomir.com

Meet the Candidates Night - Councillor - 04 Robert Tatomir

Should you receive such correspondence please forward same so the appropriate judicial process can take place and this individual is held accountable by law.

You can send anonymously to: office@future-homes.com

Facsimile 519.322.0822 or 519.326.6309 or send to Leamington Police Services or Crime Stoppers at www.catchcrooks.com

Signed, Robert Tatomir

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The Leamington Tornado Tree Program “Plant & Save 2010” provides a $30 voucher for those residential property owners in Leamington who suffered tree loss from the Tornado.

The Municipality of Leamington, Essex Region Conservation Foundation, local nurseries, and the Leamington Horticultural Society have joined together to coordinate “Plant & Save 2010”. Pick up Vouchers at the Leamignton Kinsmen Recreation Complex, 249 Sherk St. Leamington - Community Services office from 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday only.

This program runs form September 21 to October 31, 2010.

Participating garden centres are: Ruthven Nursery, Williams Nursery, Peanut Centre Nursery, Green Valley Garden Centre, Wheatley Woods & Flood’s Nursery.

A list of eligible trees will be provided. Each Leamington property resident located within the identified tornado path can purchase up to five trees at a discounted rate, before taxes. Vouchers are valued at $30 per tree to a maximum of $150 per residential property owner for five trees.

Trees must be planted on private residential properties. Proof of residency (property tax or water bill) and personal ID required when picking up voucher at Community Services office and when purchasing trees at the participating nursery.

For more information please call 519-322-2337 or visit www.leamington.ca

4-H judging night raises 107 pounds of food for Drive Away Hunger

Members of the Essex County 4-H helped Farm Credit Canada (FCC) raise 107 pounds of non-perishable food items for their Drive Away Hunger Campaign in partnership with the annual 4-H Judging Event on Thursday, September 30 at the Harrow Fair Building.

The Art Club placed first, winning a $50 pizza party by collecting 44 pounds of food. The Sewing Club placed second, collecting a respectable 33 pounds, with the Rabbit Club (18 pounds), Scrapbooking Club (7 pounds) and Dairy Club (5 pounds) following suit. Special thanks to Jennifer and Ann of FCC for coming out to weigh, tally and collect the donations.

This year the judging event was lead by 4-H Dairy Leader Brian Haggins, who spent time with the members teaching them about not only why judging is important on the farm, but also why it is important in the members’ daily lives and why being able to give ‘reasons’ for your choices in life is so important.

There were five classes being judged this year – Pies, Cookies, Rabbits, Used Vehicles and Horses. The undisputed winner of the Rabbit Class was Cole Haggins. Emma Anger and Nic Willemsma tied in the Cookie Class and competed in a tie breaking ‘reasons giv-

ing’ face off. Their ‘reasons’ scores were also tied and they were both proclaimed winners.

The youngest participating 4-H member was Jordan Staples, who received a prize for her excellent oral delivery of her ‘reasons’ in the Cookie Class, showing a true understanding of the judging process and ‘reason-giving’ process – an amazing achievement for a first year member.

Upcoming events: 4H Halloween Party October 22; bus trip to the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair November 13. The general public is invited to join the Essex County 4-H for their annual Fundraising Dinner at the A-1 Chinese Food Restaurant in Essex on Monday, November 8 from 4:30-8:00 p.m. Tickets are $15.00 at the door. Come out and support a great community group while enjoying a fabulous buffet dinner with your entire family. For more information contact Anne Conrad at 519-322-0215.

For information on 4-H, an organization of leaders building leaders, call President Brenda Anger at 519-733-2883 or visit http://www.4-hontario.ca/county.aspx?countyid=94.

Official Pie Judge Bev Pillon getting down to business.

4-H Members get to work placing a class of Netherland Dwarf Breeding Rabbits.