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Community gathering for Remembrance Day in Athens BY SALLY SMID D-Day survivor Sir Henry Stevens celebrating his 98th birthday this November and it was

especially moving to witness the heroic serviceman help lay the wreath this year in honour of his fallen comrades. Stevens

recalls losing friends during the war and his memories of his days in an army tank are quite horrific. Still fairly mobile

in the community aboard his motorized scooter, he still helps care for his wife. “He risked his life for folks like me,” noted

Rev Trish Miller assists war veteran Sir Henry Stevens in placing a wreath at the Athens Cenotaph in honour of local veterans. Photo: Sally Smid

resident Henry Smid who was a young boy in the Netherlands at the time when the country was controlled by the Germans. Athens’ Remembrance Day Program is organized by the Athens Ministerial and involves prayers, scriptures and the reading of the Honour Roll which includes names of 45 servicemen which are read by students from the local schools. The ceremony was very well attended despite freezing temperatures and the fact that it was a weekend and school children were not in attendance with their teachers this year. Though retired from his service at Athens District High School, Jim Palmer once again played the Last Post and Reveille as part of the two minutes of silence. A wide variety of representatives laid wreathes in front of the Cenotaph. Members of the Brockville Rifles played an important part in the ceremony and several members of the military were also in atten-

dance. Many noted that the Vimy Oak Tree that was recently planted was looking quite healthy and is a very special addition to the Cenotaph area. A commemorative plaque for the tree is in the planning stages. Following the service there was a reception in the Joshua Bates Centre and the Athens and Area Heritage Society provided displays of many of the Athens veterans. There was a chance for the sharing of memories and stories of the war. Mary Cowle recalled the end of WWII and the celebrations that took place on Main Street which included the burning of a coffin representing the end of the Nazi rule. She also recalled local sacrifices during wartime and the work of the local Red Cross in knitting socks and sending packages to the troops. Remembrance Day was a day to honour the fallen, a time to recall wartime and to honour the many that have made sacrifices to secure our freedom.

Lyndhurst parade BY SALLY SMID While some Christmas snow might have added to the holiday spirit, Lyndhurst was appreciative of the fact that the all morning rain subsided in time for the afternoon Santa Claus Parade. Marking the 44th edition of the parade, this year’s theme was Canada 150. Organizer Velma Kelsey has been involved for most of those years. “We are thankful to anyone who was of help in any way!” she comment-

ed. “We did not have as many floats this year probably because of the weather predictions.” Despite the parade being shorter, the enthusiasm of participants and spectators seemed to make up for fewer entries. The Princess of Wales Own Regiment Pipe Band and the Gordon Pipe and Bugle Band from Smiths Falls were special features as was the Elves in Training bus with students from Sweets Corners Public School on board. Continued on page 9

One of the prize winners, Antoines’ horse and wagon team paraded through Lyndhurst last weekend. Photo: Sally Smid

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Addison United church Addison United church outreach invites you to these events. Everyone is welcome. All events take place at 9007 County Road 29 at the fully accessible Addison Church hall. 613.924.9816 Sat., Dec 9th – a festive dinner at 6pm followed by euchre at 7pm. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Door prizes and lots of merriment. $5/person includes meal and cards. Sat.Dec 16th – A Pot Luck dinner and games. Enjoy a meal shared with friends at 6pm and then test your skills at board games, cards, puzzles, or maybe you like to colour or knit. All are welcome. Thursday, Dec 21st – Simple fare community lunch, 1130- 1230 – “Simple fare”, is comfort food served buffet style. Take a break and have a Christmas lunch with your family, friends, neighbours, and newcomers. Donations accepted but not expected. Sat., Jan 13th - a light dinner at 6pm, followed by euchre at 7pm. Come out and celebrate the New Year. Thurs., Jan 18th – don’t hide from winter – “Simple Fare”, a community lunch welcomes everyone to a heart lunch. Donation only. Sat., Jan 20th – enjoy a potluck dinner, starting at 6pm, followed by cards, boards, jigsaw puzzles, or knit and chat. Families are welcome. Our weekly coffee break continues every Thursday morning from 8 – 1030 am. Enjoy hot coffee, treats, and lively conversations. Take a break from your busy

schedule and relax with friends old and new. Donations accepted but not expected.

Christmas Eve Service . St. Andrew’s United church, Toledo. Sunday, December 24th , 7 pm. Reverend Lynne Gardiner leading in worship. Also a variety of music

Soup n’ Sandwich lunch .St. Andrew’s United church Toledo. Sunday, December 10th , at noon. Homemade soups, sandwiches, desserts and beverage. Free will offering. Everyone is welcome. Cookie plates for sale also.

Ontario Genealogical Society. The regular meeting of the L&G Branch of OGS will be held at 7:30 in the Brockville Museum on Mon Dec 11th. Guest speaker, Peggy Stewart, will talk about Daniel McKenzie a partner in the Northwest Company who is buried at the Blue Church. Mr. McKenzie was imprisoned at Fort William by Lord Selkirk in 1816. Ms. Stewart is a descendant of this notable Canadian. The public is welcome. Come and hear this interesting history.

Coats urgently needed for annual Coat Drive Due to high demand, the Hotel Dieu HospitalSt. Mary’s Cathedral Coat Drive urgently needs donations of washable, gently used warm coats/ski jackets. In particular, men’s large/Xlarge sizes and women’s medium/large sizes are

needed. Coats can be dropped off just inside the Sydenham St. entrance of Hotel Dieu Hospital during regular business hours.

Athens Museum The Athens Museum is open every Saturday from 9-12 and the Museum is continuing to host Muffins and Memories from 10-12 on the third Saturday of each month. On December 16th the theme will be Christmas memories. January 20's topic will be memories of the 1997 Ice Storm. Donations are welcome.

Joshua Bates Centre We have an exciting 2018 line up at the Joshua Bates Centre for the Performing Arts in Athens. Brea Lawrenson from Carleton Place will perform on Jan 27th, We will welcome Sean McCann, founding member of Great Big Sea, on April 13th. Rounding out our season on May 26th, area favourites, Freddy Vette & His Rhinestone Plowboys will perform. Tickets to 1 or all 3 of these greats shows would make a great gift or stocking stuffer this holiday season. For more information and tickets, please go to http://www.joshuabates centre.com/

Bazaar and Craft Sale Christmas Bazaar and Craft Sale on Sat. Dec. 2nd from 9:00 - 2:00 at the Mallory Coach House 1523 County Rd. 2 Mallorytown and at the Mallorytown Community Centre 76 County Rd 5 south. Lunch will be served from 11:30-1:00 in the Community Centre. Great chance to finish your Christmas shopping!

Mallorytown Legion Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 484. 13 Quabbin Road. Breakfast every morning Monday to Friday. 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Everyone Welcome Bingo every Thursday night, Doors open at 5:00 p.m., Regular Games 6:30 p.m. Jackpot starts at 50 numbers, progresses one number per week until won. Buffet Breakfast December 3, 8am-12pm Dinner and Dance December 17 Next Seniors and Friends Lunch and Activities will be January 26 2018

Lansdowne Tree Lighting Let's Light Up Lansdowne Tree Lighting Celebration and Tour of Lansdowne Thu Dec 7 at 6pm at the Lansdowne Community Centre. Join us to light up the tree, sing some Christmas Carols, and join the Tour of Lansdowne to visit the local businesses and organizations who are opening their doors to us. Fill in your passport for a draw. Enjoy the Christmas Spirit of spreading good cheer and best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season. All are Welcome.

Lyndhurst Community Shop and Hop Saturday, December 2nd from 10 AM to 3 PM. Located in the meeting hall behind the library. Proceeds to help fund the Cancer quilts made by the Stone Bridge Quilters. Items for sale include quilts, table runners, Christmas decor and more. Please come and support the Lyndhurst Shop and Hop

Triangle Cross Country Ski Club Annual Fall Open House and Trail Tour Day at 114 Marsh Rd, McIntosh Mills. Join us for a fun filled day of Snow (fat ) biking, hiking and Trail running on Sunday Dec. 11 2017 from 10:30 a.m. till 3:30 p.m. If there is snow we will be skiing!! Guided tours of our trail system ( limited number of fatbikes available) Tours commencing at 11:00 A.M. and at 1:30 P.M. Refreshments will be served. Come and explore our trails, meet the executive and your fellow ski club members ( membership packages available on site). Fun for the whole family For more information please go to our website www.triangleskiclub.org or see us on FacebookThe Triangle Cross country Ski Club.

Christmas Bake and Craft Sale Saturday December 2nd 2017, Starting at 8.00 until sold out. St John the Baptist Anglican Church, 37 Main Street, Lyn Lots of Christmas baking and crafts in time for the holidays

Lyndhurst Community Carol Singing Sun Dec 3, 6:30pm , United Church Hall. Join us for singing & cookies

Lyndhurst Rejuvenation Committee AGM Thurs Dec 7, 7pm, United Church Hall, Join us for Fun, Food & Faith for a Christmas Turkey Dinner, Fri., Dec., 1 at Newbliss Hall, presented by the Anglican Parish of Kitley. Everyone Welcome! Free Will offering.

Community Christmas Dinner The “Spirit of Joy Christmas Dinner” will take place on Christmas Day from 12-2 pm in the Athens Free Methodist Church. A full turkey dinner will be served and all are welcome!

Christmas Concert Get into the Christmas spirit with an afternoon of friends raising their voices in song! Join Tim Hallman and friends on December 3rd at 1:30 pm as they entertain us with the classic Christmas songs and some modern renditions of our favourites. Friends joining Tim are musicians, Mary Jo Maur, Doug Gravelle, Brenda Kelly, Steven LaFirst, Suzanne Owen, Deborah Dunleavy and Terry Hoffman, Paul Less and Ron and Joy Edgely. Christ United Church, 12 Perth St. Lyn, ON will host this event and offer a free will offering lunch after church (noon) and before the concert. Tickets for the concert are $10 and can be purchased by calling Lois Leroux 613-498-3225 or Barb DeJeet 613-2752689. Everyone welcome!

Athens Public Library Toddler Time Thursdays at 10 am. Open to all children from birth to age 3, accompanied by a caregiver. LEGO Club - First two Fridays of each month December 1st and 8th from 6:30-7:30pm. Open to all kids ages 4-10. For more info call 613-924-2048.

Forest Therapy Walks The Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority (CRCA) recently introduced an innovative new Forest Therapy Walk program, and will be offering a new slate of public sessions throughout the winter and spring of 2017-2018. The practice of Forest Therapy was recently founded through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy

Guides, based in California. The founders of this mindful, healing and connective practice were inspired by the Japanese practice of “Shinrin-yoku” which translates as “forest bathing.” Research has determined that spending time in nature not only strengthens the human immune response and reduces stress, but also makes us more creative, mindful, and content in our lives. Sessions will take place on the following dates: Dec. 1, Jan. 16, Feb. 24, March 24, April 7 and May 26. All take place at the Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area from 1 to 3:30 p.m. except for the walk on March 24, which takes place from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. The cost is $20 per person. Our Forest Therapy Walks will be guided by the CRCA’s Senior Conservation Educator, Stana Luxford Oddie who is accredited by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs. Luxford Oddie has more than two decades of experience connecting people of all ages to nature. A Forest Therapy Walk is a slow and mindful experience. An entire Forest Therapy Walk experience will be no longer than one kilometre, and can last between two to three hours depending on the requirements and desires of the participants. Everyone can benefit from Forest Therapy Walks such as, but not limited to, people recovering from illness, youth, active military personnel, veterans, people coping from loss, students, professionals, parents, people looking to better their mental health, first responders and seniors anyone who is looking to de-stress, slow down, heal and connect with nature. Group, retreat, and private, one-on-one Forest Walks are also available. For information on bookings: www. crca.ca/education/forest-therapywalks/. For details about CRCA visit www.crca.ca or call (613) 546-4228 x 500 or toll free in the 613 region at 1-877-956CRCA (2722).

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Lyn residents join together to mark Remembrance Day BY CATHERINE ORTH

The people of Lyn and Elizabethtown-Kitley attending the November 11 Memorial at Lyn, lay their poppies at the base of the flag following the ceremony conducted by Canon Michael Read and Reverend Wendy Maclean. Photo: Catherine Orth

A clear, cold November 11th brought out many from the community of Lyn and Elizabethtown-Kitley, to remember the fallen and pay their respect to the Canadian Armed Forces. Members of the federal, provincial and local governments all laid wreaths, as did school children from Lyn Public School Members of the public, also wishing to honour deceased family members, who either died in service or served in war, laid wreaths. The ceremony was conducted by Canon Michael Read of St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church, Lyn and Reverend Wendy Maclean, Christ United Church, Lyn. Canon Read observing

the familiar ritual of buying several poppies during the poppy drive, â&#x20AC;&#x153;as they seem to magically pop off ones lapelâ&#x20AC;? leading up to November 11th, said that though it was a bit frustrating at times he was struck by the thought of one of his parishioners. His parishioner said that every time he went back to replace a lost poppy it reminded him how easy it is to lose the peace and freedom the poppy stands for. Canon Read said that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not only here today to remember those who fought for our freedom but also to remember â&#x20AC;&#x153;those who continue to fight for our freedom.â&#x20AC;? Students from Lyn School read In Flanderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Field and If I were a Poppy. The Last Post was

played, then two minutes of silence were observed. The Piper â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lament broke the silence and Reveille followed. Reverend Maclean said she thought it was wonderful that the community came together in strong support of the day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I like the orientation of the holistic approach of honouring the present sacrifices being made for freedom and peace as well as honouring the past.â&#x20AC;? Cannon Read, who has been the rector at St Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for the last 10 years, said that the remembering part becomes ever more important to him each year, â&#x20AC;&#x153;as I come to understand more and more the sacrifices made by others to preserve our freedom and peace.â&#x20AC;?

Community members wanted for new mural initiative BY SALLY SMID Once again the council dealt with a variety of issues including the decision that the culvert by Lakeline Lodge is operable, some renovation to the damaged township room, and the planned evacuation of the old township vault in the near future. It was decided that a new tractor and

equipment would be purchased for snow removal and lawn mowing. Flowers have been ordered for the community displays for next year. Councillor Les Coutlee reported that the Canada 150 mural project has generated new interest in the Athens murals and requested that a mural committee be

formed. Councillor Kearney commented, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The panel idea is the way to go as they are cheaper and more durable. It would be nice to see â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Home of the Muralsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; come back.â&#x20AC;? There are currently plans for a mural project for the Harvest Cafe wall as well as other future possibilities. There was some dis-

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cussion about a mural for the arena. There will be an ad placed to solicit members and arrangements will be made for this new committee of council. It was pointed out that the access road near Ballycanoe was not passable and there are also a lot of things being discarded there. New signs addressing the lit-

tering problem are being added and residents are reminded that this is an illegal activity that can result in fines. In the light of hazardous conditions in some rinks recently, it was good to receive the report that Centre â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;76 received a clear certificate with a finding of 100% air quality. There

has also been new conduit installed in the rink which will remove the tripping hazards created by fans. There has also been new LED lighting around the Municipal Hall which is making the building much brighter. The next meeting of council will take place on Dec. 4 and is open to the public.

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P.O.Box 398, Athens, Ontario, K0E 1B0 Tel: 613-493-0074 E-mail: editor@TheMural.on.ca www.TheMural.on.ca Publisher - Paul Hawkins Editor - Cathie Whittaker Reporters/Photographers - Sally Smid, Catherine Orth Contributing Writers - John Stanford The Mural is a community newspaper serving Athens, Mallorytown, the Thousand Islands Parkway, Escott, Delta, Lyndhurst, Charleston Lake, Plum Hollow, Addison, Frankville, Toledo, Lyn, RR#3 & RR#4 Brockville and now Elgin, Seeley’s Bay, and Lansdowne. Copies are delivered free of charge to over 8,750 homes courtesy of the community-minded businesses that advertise in The Mural. Copies are also available at selected stores in Athens. All contents © 2017 The Mural. All articles, photographs and advertisements, etc, created by The Mural cannot be reproduced without written permission of the publisher. The Mural is not responsible for errors or omissions.

First Nations continue to wait Curmudgeon’s Corner by John Stanford “In 1492,” the day after King Fedinand and Queen Isabella expelled all Jews from Spain, “Columbus sailed the ocean blue....” We learned that little ditty as children, and that he discovered “The New World” and claimed it for Spain. It’s little wonder what happened next. Many other European explorers also “discovered America”, or so we were told in History classes. Wherever they came ashore they claimed the land for their sovereigns. They managed to “discover” and claim the lands of the Americas despite the fact that they were already populated by others. It seems neither the Europeans, nor the generations that followed them, could imagine the land was owned by somebody else; that they had no right to declare it theirs. They “knew” they had a Divine right to it. After all, the occupants were mere savages. We’ve been pushing the Native Peoples off it, and trying to get them to adopt the “white man’s ways” ever since. Perhaps the early Europeans didn’t understand that the land was already owned because it wasn’t carved-up into small pieces that could be bought and sold. That land could be a common asset was, and still is, a concept that seems primitive and unacceptable to people who “know” the market is the only force that can manage an economy; People who think capitalism is the only rational system. Without consulting the folks living here, the

lands were broken up into ever smaller packages that could be, bought, owned, and sold. The native peoples could buy into this system if they were willing to abandon their cultural heritage and beliefs, and accept that land is a commodity rather than an asset to be used in common for the good of all. It seems that our powers of persuasion, military force, and coercion have not convinced First Nations peoples that land has no value unless it can be measured in dollars. They still, after many generations, believe land and other resources should be shared by everyone. The first peoples remain a nuisance to our governments. They continue to claim the land, but they’re not a serious challenge. For generations they’ve made treaties which our governors merely ignore whenever it’s convenient. They take the land on our behalf, and the area controlled by First Nations People gets smaller and smaller. We can’t imagine a society in which land is not owned, but is seen as a gift from the Creator to be used, shared by all, and nurtured for our descendants. So much for history written by whoever’s in charge and taught in schools as fact. Canadian history, where it’s taught at all, is little more than the biased assumptions of Europeans who assumed control of the Americas without regard for the wishes or rights of First Nations peoples. Spain recinded the decree expelling Jews in 1968, four hundred and seventy-six years after it was issued. How long will the First Nations of Canada have to wait for justice to prevail?

Merry Christmas! Thanks for another great year!

Representatives absent at Remembrance Day serivce To The Editor, It takes a fair bit of thought for me to draft a letter to a news editor, especially a negative one but the November 11th Remembrance Day ceremony at the Legion in Mallorytown did just that. Very noticeably absent were the individuals and organi-

zations who couldn't afford an hour out of such an important event to attend and lay a wreath that they had ordered. The local Legion members work hard to keep the local branch in the community and need as much community support as possible, but it seems one hour out of

one day a year is too much to ask. Thanks to those who did attend this service and laid the wreaths in front of the Cenotaph and to members of the Air Cadets who laid the wreaths for the absentee individuals and organizations. Dave Wells, Front of Yonge Township.

Why are Food Banks needed? TO THE MURAL Food banks have been around for over thirty years, serving the needs of low income people and families in Leeds and Grenville. Why are they still needed, and what can be done to improve food security in our communities? A discussion about food insecurity, facilitated by Marie Traynor, Registered Dietitian and Public Health Nutritionist at the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit will take place Wednesday, November 29, 2017 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church Hall, 12 Pine St., Brockville. Light refreshments will be served. “Imagine not having

enough money for your basic needs every month which leads to choosing between nutritious food and other basic living costs,” says Marie Traynor. The Registered Dietitian adds, “when money is tight meals are skipped, birth weights, nutritional health, learning and productivity decrease and the risk of disease increases.” Food banks in Brockville, Cardinal, Prescott and other caring communities provide emergency relief. Community meal programs such as Common Ground, and Loaves and Fishes, support individuals and families who need a nourishing hot

meal. But these are stopgap measures. “Food charity is not the solution,” says Traynor. “It is a short-term relief strategy and a response to dire need, rather than a solution to the root causes of food insecurity. Food insecurity is an income-based problem, not a food-based problem.” The meeting on November 29 offers a forum where as a community we can raise awareness of the financial constraints that lead to food insecurity and the economic solutions that we might advocate for. For more information, call St. Paul’s Church, 613-3425865.

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Remembrance Road ceremony event involves youngsters BY SALLY SMID “In Flanders Field the poppies grow beneath the crosses row on row...” and at the end of County Rd 5 near Mallorytown there is a row of 19 crosses and trees commemo-

rating the local servicemen who gave their lives to preserve our freedoms. For 18 years the Royal Canadian Legion Mallorytown Branch 485 has presented the Remembrance Road Ceremony which

includes a large number of poppies as well as abundant expressions of gratitude and tributes to the many who have so bravely served our country. Freezing temperatures were a challenge to spectators and partici-

(L-R) FoY students Miah Baker and Abby Hayes pay tribute to one of the fallen servicemen at the recent Mallorytown Remembrance Road Ceremony. Photo: Sally Smid

pants as well. Since the event takes place on Nov. 10th, it was possible for the Front of Yonge School students to attend. Several of the speakers noted the importance of having the youth present in observing this special event along with a variety of dignitaries, legion members, servicemen, and area residents. Deputy Mayor of the Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands Gerry Last remarked, “Seeing the children brings a tear to my eye!” The grade 5-6 students read a commemorative poem that they had written entitled “Remember” and a grade 2-3 class sang the song “I Have Peace Like a River”. Bud Andress once again served as coordinator and MC. MP Gord Brown and MPP Steve Clark noted that this year also marks the centennial of two famous battles including the

Be part of shaping the future! TO THE MURAL As a valued member of the TLTI community, it is the Township’s hope that you can participate in the Official Plan Review process. The Official Plan guides growth and investments by the Township in public works. Please visit the website for more information, and to subscribe to receive future updates. www.leeds1000islands .ca/officialplanreview Hold the date for future consultations! November 29, 2017: Stakeholder Meeting (For Representatives from broad based Organizations and Groups) including; - December 7, 2017: Public Open House (Draft Discussion Papers Released) - January 17, 2018: Public Open House

(Draft Recommendations Report Released). - February 20, 2018: Public Open House (Final Recommendations Report Released) - March 19, 2018: Special Meeting of Council (Draft Recommended Official Plan Released) - April 24, 2018: Statutory Public Open House (Final Draft Official Plan Released) - Week of June 11, 2018: Statutory Public Meeting (Final Official Plan Released) July 9, 2018: Meeting of Council Some key considerations include: * How lands in the Township may be used * Potential future growth for each community * Built design guidelines * Preservation of natural environment * Guiding archeological

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preservation * How important natural, cultural, agricultural, recreational features and resources should be protected / enhanced * Planning for future roads, infrastructure, housing, and parks, among other services * Updates to reflect recent changes to provincial policy and legislation, including the: Planning Act, and recent amendments as a result of the Smart Growth for our Communities Act, 2015 (Bill 73); Provincial Policy Statement, 2014; Strong Communities through Affordable Housing Act, 2011; and Cataraqui Source Protection Plan (2014), developed under the Clean Water Act, 2006 County Official Plan

Battle of Passchendaele, which ended on Nov. 10, 1917 after some 4,000 Canadians were killed and the Battle of Vimy Ridge, which resulted in nearly 3,600 Canadians killed. It is also the 75th anniversary of the Second World War ’s famed Dieppe Raid. This year the Legion’s profiled WWI serviceman was Richard Louis McGibon who was a member of the 156th or Leeds and Grenville Battalion. He was killed in action and a special wreath was placed at his cross to honour him. The

names of the other 18 were also announced, along with a brief mention of their age and service record which added significance and special tribute to each life lost in military service. Each cross was attended by two students and an adult representative and a flag was placed to honour each of the fallen. Mayor Roger Haley noted, “Without the sacrifices they made, we could not enjoy our dreams today. We must remember them not just now, but all year long.”

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Celebrating the Season The Lower Beverley Lake Park Management Board invites You to enjoy the sights and sounds of Delta’s

“CELEBRATING THE SEASON” Bundle up for an evening stroll, or wagon ride around the Park to see the trees and buildings all magically lit, with over 90,000 lights. Christmas carols will be playing throughout the park featuring a variety of festive displays lit for your pleasure. Stop by Santa’s workshop for a visit and a photo opportunity with Mr. & Mrs. Claus. Enjoy complementary hot chocolate and Willard’s fried cakes while standing around the campfire! Wagon ride tours will depart only from the Fair Grounds between 5:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on ½ hour intervals. Visitors wishing to walk through the park may do so by entering the grounds at the Village Boat Launch. Admission $5 per adult tax included, Children 12 and under are Free. Meals will be available each evening at the United Church starting at 4:00 p.m.

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Park will be open until 8:30 p.m. for evening tours.

Old Stone Mill Tours will be available between: 5:00 & 8:30 p.m.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, visit the park’s website at www.beverleylakepark.com

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Christmas bazaars give local shoppers a head start BY SALLY SMID The highlights of the annual Christmas Bazaars in the area seem to involve connections with friends as well as the formulation of the warm sentimental feelings in the surroundings of handmade innovative Christmas crafts. They are a great place to purchase unique and personal gifts, while supporting local fund raising initiatives. One of the most popular bazaars is the annual event at Maple View Lodge. The event has been changed to a Saturday to help boost

attendance. The traditional fruit cakes are always a real feature and have been made for years by members of the dedicated Maple View Lodge Auxiliary. The bake sale, craft and new to you room is also quite popular. Organizer Freda Schaafsma explained that the funds raised go to provide “special extras” for the residents. Last year the group paid for a boat cruise for a group of residents and family members and there are also funds for Christmas gifts and more to help enhance the lives of the residents.

“The Maple View staff is always very helpful and supportive in helping make the event a success,” remarked Schaafsma. The most popular space is probably the cozy “Christmas Tea Room” where visitors enjoy sandwiches and Christmas baking with acquaintances, some who come from a distance to attend the well known festive event. It is a time as well for many residents to enjoy the presence of extra visitors. Athens District High School once again sponsored their annual Craft Show and Gift Market on Nov. 11. This year organizers arranged for 2 minutes of silence to take place at 11:00 to honour fallen servicemen. Spinner and knitter Janice Penney noted that with the sudden freezing weather, she made many mitten and hat sales. There was an increase in the number of vendors

this year and the event was quite well attended. Organizer Karen Earl explained that the proceeds from space rentals goes towards extra school activities which might include sports, music and more. The girls’ volleyball team also was raising funds for their upcoming tournament. The Parent Committee provided a canteen this year as well to fundraise for the school. There was also a large raffle for door prizes from contributions provided by various vendors. The United Church Women of Addison had their annual Christmas Craft, Tea and Bazaar the day before on Nov. 10 from 2-4. Lots of bazaars took place on November 18 including the Athens United and Anglican Churches. The United Church again featured their famous tins of homemade Christmas goodies, lots of “white

(L-R) Kelly Craig and her niece Gillian Craig display items from the recent Anglican craft table.

elephant” items and crafts as well. The Anglican Church offered a luncheon with their traditional raffles and crafts. On November 25 the Lyn United Church’s event included a silent auction which included hundred’s of items, as well as a lunch and a “new and nearly new” gift shop. St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Toledo also had a bazaar that day which

included crafts, pottery, jewellery, baking and local artisans. Despite threats of freezing rain, the events were well attended. Area bazaars always have a way of providing venues for local vendors and fundraisers. They are busy traditional events where lots of networking and socializing take place as the community celebrates the beginning of another Christmas Season.

(L-R) ADHS volleyball team members Bailey Giff, Claire Baker, Sydney Belanger and Tiana McMullen helped raise funds together at the school’s recent market event. Photos: Sally Smid

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Mallorytown Tree lighting draws a crowd every time BY CATHERINE ORTH It was all smiles, hot chocolate and shortbread cookies at the Mallorytown Tree Lighting on the evening of

November 23rd. The Front of Yonge Christmas Parade Committee, came together to serve up pre Christmas cheer, kicking off the Christmas Season with the tree lighting and

soon to follow on December 3rd with the annual parade. Tanya Sinclair volunteered her time to make the shortbread cookies. The cookies were done

Sisters, Chelsea,(2), Ava (4), and Savannah(6) Stone, enjoy hot chocolate and shortbread cookies at the Ninth Annual Tree Lighting in Mallorytown, Thursday evening, November 23.

exceptionally well. They were shortbread perfection: white with no browning, a good quarter of an inch thick and about three inches in diameter. They were made in Christmas shapes of stars and candy canes. If they’d been in a contest they’d certainly have won a prize, but here, they were generously been given away, with hot chocolate, by Parade Committee member Barb Morrison, to the delight of the children present. Parade Committee Chair, Ray Scott said that this was the 9th annual Tree Lighting ceremony, “which pretty consistently each year brings out a nice crowd.” Mrs Claus was present, encouraging the children to write their letters to Santa, “who is up north getting everything ready for the big night.” Ray Scott thanked all the committee members, Jeff Poole, Richard

Ottawa Valley’s own Brea Lawrenson began singing at an early age. By 13, she was engaged in vocal lessons, and has never looked back. Since then, she has had appearances at various big ticket fairs and festivals including: Ottawa Bluesfest, Boots & Hearts, Cavendish Beach Music Festival and Havelock Country Jamboree sharing stages with the likes of: Bobby Wills, Brett Kissel, Tom Cochrane,

The Road Hammers, Dwight Yoakam and many more. Brea’s music can be heard on country music radio across Canada. In 2015, Brea was nominated for the CMAO Rising Star, Female Vocalist of the Year, and Songwriter of the Year. Please join us on Saturday January 27, 2018 at 8:00 P.M. for an “Up Close and Personal” performance as we welcome this talented young lady back to the Joshua

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few words. Front of Yonge Mayor Roger Haley greeted the crowd , wishing all a safe holiday season, backing up Mrs Claus’ encouragement to the children to “get their letters in.” With a five, four, three countdown, the tree light, carols were sung and the Mallorytown Christmas season ushered in.

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Community effort behind celebrating the season in Delta BY SALLY SMID A trip to Delta this Christmas season could include a chance to experience the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s amazing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Celebrating the Seasonâ&#x20AC;? light display and visit with Santa, a homemade church dinner as well as the original Christmas message at the 23rd annual Delta Country Christmas which took place on Nov. 25. The event started at the Baptist Church and was led by the Deltones Community Christmas Choir and narrators. The nativity story was told in song and in pageantry as the event then proceeded to the United Church, Anglican

Community Centre and climaxed in the Mill Drive Shed where the manger scene was portrayed. There was no charge but donations to the Delta Food Bank were welcome. Before or after the program visitors could also catch a wagon ride from the Fair Grounds or walk through the Lower Beverly Lake Park to take in the famed light show which includes 90,000 Christmas lights, wagon rides, a variety of displays, hot chocolate and donuts, campfires and holiday music. The light festival proceeds over paths through the entire park, with various themed areas such as

a candy cane lane, ginger bread house, a nativity scene, and Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workshop. Admission is $5 per person and children under 12 are free of charge. Warmer temperatures have been resulting in rain rather than Christmas snow, but the Saturday evenings have been well attended. Tours of the nearby Old Stone Mill were also available and the brilliant candles and wreathes in the Mill windows are always a spectacular holiday sight each year! Dinners are available at the United Church each Saturday from Nov. 18 with a traditional Christmas dinner on Dec. 16 which requires reservations by calling 613-928-2712 by the 11. For further information visit the Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.beverley lakepark.com The Delta Mill

Society is also hosting a Kids Gingerbread Craft Fair on Dec. 2 at the Old Town Hall from 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 pm. Children and their parents are invited to come and do some Christmas gift shopping and also decorate gingerbread cookies. Supplies are being provided free of charge

and hot dogs and drinks will be on sale. Delta Christmas festivities are made possible as usual by a variety of dedicated community volunteers.

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North Pole Express TO THE MURAL THE NORTH POLE EXPRESS - One of a kind Christmas event! Details: Saturday, December 2nd and Sunday, December 3rd 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tickets available on Eventbrite via rmeo.org The town of Smiths Falls will host 1800 tourists from across the region as they attend the NorthPole Express at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. It is an honour to have Shoppers DrugMart as a sponsor and partner for the 2017 event. This event sells out every year and adding a second day will accommodate even more attendees. The diesel engine will again be pulling our 3 vintage cabooses full of train enthusiasts, followed by photos with Santa. Old favourites are back such as sending Santagrams in Morse Code and making train whistles in Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Workshop. New this year, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss a reading of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stories with Mrs. Clausâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, as our volunteers from Friends of the Library bring books to life for our younger attendees.

Smiths Falls restaurant, Cafe Whim,will be providing warm beverages and gourmet sandwiches all day long. Finish your day with Christmas shopping in the museum gift shop, where there is something for everyone. Explore Christmas at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. Tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite via rmeo.org until they are gone!

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Gecko, Lyndhurst Turkey Fair, Sweets Corners School and the Antoine horse and wagon team. Of course Santa Claus is always the biggest hit with young spectators. The line to visit with him and receive free candy wound down the block as eager kids and parents waited in the frosty air at the library to meet with the cheerful, jovial man in red. There was also free hot chocolate and hot dogs at the United Church after the parade for all participants. MC Peter Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare thanked parade sponsors and donors for their contributions in helping to make the parade possible. The 50/50 draw contributed to funding as well. Another Santa Claus Parade came through Lyndhurst, launching a wave of Christmas spirit and again proving that there is nothing quite like small town holiday cheer! Pictured left: One year old Farley Carr visits with Santa after the parade. Photo: Sally Smid

(L-R) United Church ladies Mary-Rae Knapp, Barb Lunman, Debbie Jozefowicz, Sandra Stakenvicius, and Ingrid Conley display their famous Christmas tins of baked goods at the annual bake sale. Photo: Sally Smid

Support a giving Christmas tree TO THE MURAL This holiday season, Precision Contracting is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville to help families in need in our local area! Precision Contracting has a Giving Christmas Tree decorated with ornaments with the ages of boys and girls in our area who are in need of something special under the tree this Christmas! Big Brothers Big Sisters is looking for new, unwrapped gifts that will be given to fam-

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Lansdowne’s holiday season kicks off with Santa parade BY CATHERINE ORTH It was a crisp and picture perfect Sunday afternoon as the Lansdowne Santa Claus Parade glided through the village, bringing out, as it has for many years, the residents of this small but robust community. Twenty-two floats in all added to the festivities which culminated in a visit with Santa at the Community B u i l d i n g . To capture the special moment with Santa,

photographer John Serviss, who volunteered his time, took over 67 pictures.. Hot dogs and hot chocolate were provided, and a variety of activities were on hand to keep little ones busy, while they waited for the big moment. Serviss said Santa was very attentive to the kids. He said, “Santa asked them questions like had they been good and did they remember to brush their teeth.”

Christmas parades coming to town TO THE MURAL Santa Claus is getting busier and busier as Christmas Day draws closer. Once again the Athens Parade of Lights will brighten up a winter evening. This Saturday, Dec 2 at 7 pm, the village will welcome parade participants and spectators alike. Sparkling floats will fill the streets. The annual event was one of the first community parades to move into the evening time spot. Now, nearly 20 years later, this parade draws big crowds every time. Prizes are awarded and participants are treated to snacks and visits with Santa after the parade. Supported by the Athens Lions Club and the Township of Athens, the Athens parade committee takes care of the planning. Firefighters join in the effort and collect for the local food bank.

The 2017 Mallorytown Parade of Lights is scheduled for Sunday December 3rd starting at 5:00 pm from the KOA campground. This years theme is "Yonge Christmas Story" in celebration of the many Christmas stories heard or viewed during the holiday season. Registration will be at the KOA from 3:30 4:45 pm, all floats must be registered to participate in the parade. For details and more information, or to register in advance, contact: p a r a d e @ frontofyonge.com

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Tessa Dwyre of the Lansdowne Agricultural Society said, “Organizer Kim George did an amazing job of putting the parade together.” Indeed this is only the fourth year the Lansdowne Agricultural Society has presented the parade, having been handed the mantle by the Ladies Auxiliary, who had organized the parade for the previous 22 years. The Agricultural Society having kicked off the Christmas season with the parade, LAFR (Lansdowne Association for Revitalization) will follow with the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 7th at 6pm at Community Building Centre. The winners of the Decorating Contest and

(L-R): Youth Ambassador Carina Walski, Mini King Hunter Running, Santa and Mini Queen Reanne Dwyre pose for their picture at the Lansdowne Community Centre, after the parade. Photo: John Serviss

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Athens Garden Club members celebrate at final meeting BY SALLY SMID Despite the fact that the Athens Garden Club had its “final meeting” on

Nov. 21, it was clear to most in attendance that this would not be the end of community gardening and it was also clear that

the driving force behind the organization has been founding member Jean Brassington. Despite health challenges, her

(L-R) Jean Brassington was presented with the Garden Club’s sign by Celia Godkin as the group expressed their gratitude for her leadership during the past years. Photo: Sally Smid

vision and drive was evident as she served as MC for what was a celebration of all the Club has accomplished since 2003. A member of District three of The Ontario Horticultural Association, their membership grew to about seventy and included residents of several area communities. With about 60 past and present members in attendance, the evening included a soup supper and a brief AGM meeting which formally dissolved the Club. This was decided due to a lack of replacements after eight executive members retired. There was also a decision to allocate the remaining funds to the newly organizing Athens

Food insecurity in Leeds Grenville TO THE MURAL Juggling the budget is an increased challenge when income source is minimum wage or social programs A family of four with one full time minimum wage earner, a single, female-led family with two children receiving Ontario Works or a male on disability benefits all struggle to cover the cost of basic living needs. In Leeds, Grenville and Lanark, almost 10% of our total households are

food insecure. Food insecurity means not having enough money to buy nutritious food. Those who are food insecure are at higher risk for poor physical, oral and mental health. “Food charity is not the solution,” says Marie Traynor, Registered Dietitian. “It is a shortterm relief strategy and an emergency response to dire need, rather than a solution to the root causes of food insecurity. Food insecurity is an

income-based problem, not a food-based problem.” Imagine not having enough money for your basic needs every month which leads to choosing between nutritious food and other basic living costs. Traynor adds, “when money is tight meals are skipped, birth weights, nutritional health, learning and productivity decrease and the risk of disease increases.” See the Health Unit’s

Glen Elbe Public School - 1963 BY DIANN TURNER I stood outside the stone school as a young child and stretched my eyes toward the sky. Gargantuan snowflakes tumbled and swirled onto my face. I became mesmerized as I watched them land on the school’s tin roof and melt as quickly as they had appeared. It was December and that one room school house, soon to be the last of its kind in Ontario, was burgeoning with Christmas preparations. Mrs. M. Topping was the teacher of 28 students, grades one through eight, representing multiple learning abilities and varying socio-economic backgrounds. She suddenly rang the hand bell on the stone front stoop. Lunch recess had ended, and knowing negotiating with Mrs. Topping was never an option, we rushed to the door. She stood there sweeping the snow off our overshoes as quickly as we arrived. One straggler was soon admonished to hurry it up; she’d been to the outhouse that had three separate sections; one for the

boys, one for the girls, and one in the middle reserved exclusively for teachers. On my first day at Glen Elbe, I had sashayed over to the boys’ side of the school yard and promptly learned there was strict gender segregation. We dispensed of our outdoor clothing in the cloak room and I made the mistake of putting my new rubberized mitts on the oil burning stove so they could dry out. Within minutes, the acrid smell of burning rubber permeated the air and I realized the consequences of my error; my teacher had no sympathy, despite my tears. It was a crisis when personal items were damaged or lost because, for most families, money was tight. With the students back in their desks, Mrs. Topping settled in her chair, pulled her sweater over her shoulders, and announced it was time to get our music scribblers out. We were to copy the lyrics of Silver Bells and Up on the House Top from the black board using our best cursive handwriting. She strolled

through the room as we wrote, urging perfection. She then sat on the stool at the old pump organ, donned her choir director’s cap, and led us with gusto through the singing of the tunes. Half an hour later, art time was ushered in with permissioned trips to the oak supply cupboard for red and green construction paper. Paper chains quickly drooped from our desks. Popcorn strings were even more fun, providing we didn’t devour it first. The last hour of that day was reading time – our teacher’s predictable emphasis. The Christmas concert was fast approaching and on top of our recitations and music, portions of the Christmas story from the second chapter of Luke had to be memorized. We fairly danced with anticipation as we belted out Rudolph and Santa Claus is Coming to Town! Things quietened down after the reading of the Christmas story and we always ended with a most respectful rendition of Silent Night, Holy Night. Christmas was the best!

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Gardeners group who will continue to care for local gardens and share experiences in a more informal manner. “We hope to be a continued gardening influence in Athens,” noted Brassington. Penny Stewart of the Ontario Horticultural Association was also present and commended the efforts of the Club wishing the group well. “People like you have helped make your community a better place to live.” There was also a slide show of some of the memorable events, projects, tours and meetings which took place over the groups 15 years together. There was also a variety of detailed scrapbooks that helped to

tell the Club’s story. “Where did we find the energy?” Brassington reflected. “And what a leader we had!” remarked a voice from the assembly. Members were given a chance to share and discuss favourite memories as well. Plans for an interpretive sign at the sight of the Vimy Oak tree continue and despite the end of the Athens Garden Club in many ways new energy and vision was generated for future community gardening plans. Anyone wishing to join Athens Gardeners can email athensclubexec@gmail.com or call Jean at 613-924-1944.

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Mallorytown United Church invites you to

Light a Bulb on our Christmas Tree In memory of or in honour of a loved one or friend Names will be acknowledged during our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, December 24 Carol singing at 6:30, service at 7:00 pm. Please join us. For more information or to have a bulb (or bulbs) lit on our tree, call 613-923-5574 You can also mail the information and make a donation to: Mallorytown United Church P.0. Box 142, Mallorytown ON K0E 1R0 Note: all names should be submitted by December 17. All donations will be used to help us respond to needs in the community.

Please join us Sundays for Advent Services at 11:00 am November 26 - December 17. December 17 service is White Gift Sunday white gifts support Interval House.

May God bless you ~ Merry Christmas

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Left: Sheldon Shane (R) receives his award for Leeds County Grand Champion Heifer from Neil Carkner. Centre: Lyndsey Dickson is presented her award for Leeds County Champion Dairy Showperso , by Lucas Chisholm. Right: Matthew Welch presents Kendra Walski with her award for Overall Grand Champion Showperson at the Leeds County 4-H Awards night in Toledo, November 17, 2017. Photos: Catherine Orth

Leeds County 4-H awards evening showcases success BY CATHERINE ORTH “Leeds 4-H might be one of the county’s best kept secrets.” said Mayor Jim Pickard at the 4-H Annual Awards Night, held in Toledo, at The Legion on the evening of the 17th. The Awards night is the culmination of a season’s work for the members of the three dairy clubs: South Leeds, LynAthens, Lombardy; the Beef Club; the Goat Club; the West Leeds Hopping Club, Sheep Club. Having chosen, in the early spring, their livestock project, the 4H-ers, ages 8 to 21, begin the process of forming a rapport, working with and training their dairy or beef heifer, their sheep, their rabbit or goat. Along the way, there’s lot of love built up between showperson and their chosen animal, as they learn and show at the many fairs in the area. Team leaders guide and teach the ropes of showmanship and animal husbandry. 4-H is comprised of

not only the popular livestock clubs, but also there’s the Cloverbuds for kids 6 to 8; a Book Club, a Canine Club, a Curling Club, a Maple Syrup Club; two Plowing Clubs and last but not least a Trash to Treasure Club. It was a big year for 4H Ontario Ambassador Lyndsey Dickson. She encouraged all the young people to work towards the goal of becoming an Ambassador, as it brings travel, friendships,and invaluable experiences she said. “I highly recommend the experience not only for the memories you’ll make or the places you’ll travel, but the friendships I’ve made have also been spectacular. And I hope somebody else will have the opportunity to carry on being the Ambassador for Leeds 4-H.” Hubert Ferguson presented the Leeds 4-H with a cheque for $885.00 from Grenville Insurance, a sponsor of many years. The Leeds 4-H Beef Club Awards were pre-

sented by Helen Ann Hudson and Richard Hanna: Grand Champion Heifer was awarded to Madison McKenna Reserve Champion Heifer was awarded to Will Warren Grand Champion Showperson was won by Erica Heuthorst Reserve Champion Showperson was won by Will Warren The South Leeds Dairy Club, Ralph Spicer Leadership Award, was won by Willow Bergwerff Dr Dodie Elkins from Seeley’s Bay Chiropractic presented the Sportsmanship Award to Shayna.Dickson of the Lombardy Dairy Club The Lombardy 4-H Dairy Club Awards were presented by team leaders Tessa Dwyre, Sandra Dickson. Top Judge was awarded to Lyndsey Dickson Top Novice Showperson was awarded to Maryn Hunter Champion Dairy Showperson for the Lombardy Club was

Lyndsey Dickson. In the Lyn-Athens Dairy Club, The Weagants Farm Supply Award for Highest Members Interest Score was won by Sarah Elliott. Also in the LynAthens Club, The Joe Heuthorst Award, for Highest Interest Score, was won by Caitlin Kirkland. The Blossom Award for first year novice in the Lyn- Athens Dairy Club was awarded to Deacon Scott. Leeds County Top Judges were : Lyndsey Dickson, Senior judge; Shayna Dickson, Intermediate judge; Daniel Haggett, Junior judge; and Katelyn Jackson, Novice judge. Leeds County Go for the Gold winning team comprised of Brittany Carkner, Regan Carkner, Emily Pattermore, and Cassey Roth. Leeds Outstanding Participation Award was won by Sheldon Shane. Leeds 4-H Team Builder award was won by Sarah Elliot. 4-H Inspirational

Award- In memory of Anne Carkner was won by Ava Sinclair. Leeds County Grand Champion Dairy Heifer was won by Sheldon Shane Leeds County

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Junetown Women’s Institute celebrating 75 years BY SALLY SMID The motto of the Women’s Institute is “For Home and Country” and certainly the Junetown Women’s Institute has contributed much in following through with such a mandate over the past 75 years. They recently celebrated that milestone during a potluck dinner and program at the Mallorytown Community Hall. The Junetown WI is a community-based organization for women. The group aims to provide activities that give

women a variety of educational opportunities and the chance to build new skills which can enhance their homes and communities and is often associated with crafts, food, cooking and healthy eating. It is nonpartisan and non-sectarian and it is open to all women interested in the promotion of healthy living. The Junetown WI was organized on Nov. 19, 1942 during the stress of wartime. The group first consisted of 23 ladies under the leadership of

(L-R) Junetown WI member of 55 years Mary Dixie and president Mary Harding cut the special cake at the Junetown Women’s Institute’s 75th anniversary celebration. Photos: Sally Smid

Long time Junetown WI member Norma Flood displays memorabilia at the recent anniversary celebration.

District President Mrs. Arthur Hudson of Lyn. Their 2009 Tweedsmuir Book includes 66 years of Junetown historical information including past officers, memories of WWII, community events, area maps, family home history, schools, churches, and businesses. Such an insightful undertaking was suggested in 1940 by Lady Tweedsmuir, the wife of the Governor General at that time. At the Nov. 14th celebration Mary Dixie, a member for 55 years and Norma Flood, with a 50 year membership,

were recognized and the group was also commended by the offices of MP Gord Brown and MP Steve Clark. Front of Yonge Mayor Roger Haley brought congratulations and noted the amazing amount of volunteerism and fundraising that goes on locally. He mentioned that it is groups like the Junetown Institute that “keeps the community ticking”. WI members from Fairfield, Frankville, Lansdowne and Phillipsville were also in attendance. Angie Cowan, past area president of the WI explained

that the Federated Women’s Institutes of Ontario will have their Annual General Meeting on November 30 and December 1 at Kingston’s Ambassador Hotel. There were about 60 in attendance and the River Road Ramblers entertained. “Education, Advocacy, Fellowship, and Service” is the Junetown Women’s Institute motto and they have certainly honoured that in many ways over 75 years. New members are welcome. For further information call 613-923-1571 or email june town@gmail.com

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Area entrepreneurs honoured at Economic Development summit KEMPTVILLE – For the first time since its introduction, the Bill Thake Memorial Economic Development Leadership Award is going to not one, but all three outstanding nominees. The winners of the 2017 Award recognizing leadership in building Leeds Grenville’s economy are Wendy Banks, creator of Wendy’s Country Market, Heather Howard, owner of FoxRun By-The-River Retirement Residence, and Gerald Tallman, founder and chair of the

Tallman Group. Warden Robin Jones presented three awards at the ninth annual United Counties of Leeds and Grenville Economic Development Summit in Kemptville. The event was a sell-out. Warden Jones was assisted by Bill’s widow, Marlene Thake, and Glenn Allen, the inaugural award recipient. “This is definitely a moment to remember – three impressive community leaders being recognized for making this region a better place to

work and live,” said Warden Jones. “We are proud to honour individuals who have made major contributions to their respective communities and to Leeds Grenville overall,” she said. Wendy Banks, from the Township of Rideau Lakes, is a trail-blazing 6th-generation farmer and retailer who has revitalized and strengthened the relationship between producers, consumers and restauranteurs in Eastern Ontario. For the past 10 years, Wendy has been

raising the profile of local food and the Local Flavours network. She operates her on-farm store and Wendy’s Mobile Market, a delivery service connecting more than 70 farms and their products to hundreds of individuals, restaurants and B&Bs. Wendy helps farmers increase their sales and broaden their markets. Wendy recently launched Furnace Falls Farm, an event venue and B&B. Heather Howard, from the Township of Leeds and the 1000 Islands, is

an entrepreneur who has launched several successful businesses in locations throughout Leeds Grenville. Most recently, she invested millions to build independent living units beside her FoxRun By-The-River Retirement Residence near Gananoque, providing both jobs and living options for seniors. She also owns the 1000 Islands Duty Free and Johnstown Duty Free shops. Heather has played an active role in regional economic development through her volunteer

involvement with the 1000 Islands Community Futures Development Corporation and the 1000 Islands/Gananoque Chamber of Commerce. Gerald Tallman, from the Municipality of North Grenville, is a self-made entrepreneur who started from humble beginnings but quickly rose to become sole owner of the Kemptville Truck Centre. Today his award-winning company, Tallman Group, is the largest private sector employer and job creator in North Grenville.

Museum’s Ice Storm of 1998 exhibit is looking for artifacts TO THE MURAL It may seem hard to believe, but this January will mark 20 years since this area was coated in a

thick layer of ice that toppled not only trees, but much of the power grid. The power went out, businesses closed, shel-

Curator/Director, Natalie Wood examines photographs and newspaper articles from Ice Storm ’98. Submitted photo.

ters were opened, and the community came together to support one other. For those that lived it, Ice Storm ’98 is forever etched in our minds. The Brockville Museum needs your help as it creates a new exhibit that reflects on this memorable historical event. “Although we have some photographs that were collected right after the storm, we don’t have any objects in our collection to represent the human side of this natural disaster” says Brockville Museum Curator/Director, Natalie Wood. “We’re seeking the community’s help. We’re looking for the personal items that tell an Ice Storm story: the sleeping bag you used while at the TISS shelter, the candles you used to

light the room while your family played board games to pass the time, or the battery-operated radio you used to listen to Bruce Wylie” Wood adds. If you have an object (that you are willing to loan to the museum for the exhibit) that tells a story about what it was like to live through the 1998 Ice Storm in Brockville you are asked to contact the museum at museum@brockville.co m. Please include the story (typed or written) that goes with the object, and if you can send a photo of the object it would be very helpful. A museum staff member will then be in touch about using the object in the exhibit. Please note that the museum is specifically seeking objects, not photographs.

STEO prepared for inclement weather TO THE MURAL With winter approaching and the impending onset of inclement weather, Student Transportation of Eastern Ontario (STEO) is preparing the process used to manage bus cancellations for the upcoming winter season. Letters are sent to all parents of students in both the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario and the Upper Canada District School Board, explaining the process for issuing bus cancellations. STEO’s website offers easy access to transportation updates during inclement weather and provides a link to a video that explains the bus cancellation process in detail. While STEO continues to work with area radio and TV stations to issue details about cancellations, the website means parents don’t have to wait for the next newscast to get details. They can log on at www.steo.ca to access information. Parents are reminded to have a transportation con-

tingency plan in place in the event that school vehicle transportation is cancelled, as schools typically do remain open to receive students, even when busing is cancelled. Consultation takes place with a team of bus companies, whose staff members check roads across the region of service, beginning at 4:30 a.m. when bad weather is expected. The region is separated into 18 zones with a contractor as a captain in each zone. The captain reports weather and road conditions to STEO directly. STEO, and the contractors, also consult with municipal road crews, police, and other school boards throughout the region, before making the call. The final decision on bus cancellations is made by the Director of Education from each school board, or their designate, in collaboration with STEO. The decision to cancel must be made by 5:45 a.m., as bussing

begins as early as 6:00 a.m. Once the decision is made to run buses, STEO cannot reverse it, even if

weather takes an unexpected turn for the worse. Parents rely on that decision when they leave for work in the morning.

The exhibit will open in early January. For those interested in sharing their stories, there will be a special Talk & Tea on January 11th at 2pm (Talk & Tea takes place the second Thursday of each month) that will encourage the

exchange of stories. For more information about this and other Brockville Museum events, please visit our Facebook Page or webpage. The Brockville Museum is located at 5 Henry St in downtown Brockville.

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Health Services, 2479 Parkedale Ave., Brockville or 2 Gould Street, Smiths Falls. from 9:30-10:30 and from 10:45-11:45 every Wednesday. Work at your own pace, with qualified staff leading the group. Can help to maintain or improve strength, cardio and balance. No cost to participants, everyone welcome, call 1-877-3214500 or 613-498-1555 for more info.

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Athens Village Walkers Starts November 6 At the Athens District High School, anytime between 6:00- 8:00 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Use the halls of the High School to walk your way to a

healthier you! A safe, climate controlled option to continue your exercise through the winter. Everyone welcome, no cost! If busses are cancelled, the school will not be available, call 613498-1555.

Influenza is a preventable illness that can be very dangerous to some individuals. Because influenza is extremely contagious and is capable of spreading rapidly from person to person, it is important for individuals to follow these steps to protect themselves as well as others in the community: Get a flu shot, wash your hands, use hand sanitizer, keep frequently touched hard surfaces clean and disinfected, cover your cough, and stay home when you are sick. Flu vaccine provides adults and children with active immunity against the influenza virus. The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit recommends annual immunization against influenza for any persons over 6 months of age. There is a new flu vaccine produced each year to protect against the three strains of influenza most commonly circulating during the flu season. Pregnant women are recommended to receive the influenza vaccine. Children who are over the age of 6 months and under the age of nine and are getting the flu shot for the first time should get a

second dose one month later. Certain individuals are at a greater risk for serious complications from the flu. This is especially true for: • Very young children, especially those 2 years of age and younger • Pregnant women, • People over 65, and • Adults and children with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, respiratory, cardiac, kidney disease or cancer. The flu shot is the safest way to protect yourself and your family and friends from the influenza virus. The vaccine protects about 70 percent of people who get a flu shot. However, the protection rate in seniors is less, as their immune systems are weaker. You may still get the flu even though you received your flu shot but being vaccinated will help to reduce the severity of your symptoms. You cannot get the flu from receiving a flu shot. The flu vaccine does not contain live virus and thus is incapable of giving you the flu. Most people have no reaction to having a flu vaccine while some report having tenderness at the injection site for a few days. How can you get the

influenza vaccine? The Leeds Grenville and Lanark Health Unit WILL NOT be providing Community Clinics this year. We are recommending that you can get your flu shot at your local pharmacy or through your Health Care Provider. Most Pharmacy clinics will be open and available to the

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Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes Education Sessions and Follow-Ups available each month at Rideau Valley Diabetes Services, 2479 Parkedale Ave., Brockville or 2 Gould Street Smiths Falls. Learn how to live well with Diabetes, no referral needed, no cost to participants. Call 613-4981555 for more info.

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DOG TAGS 2018 Dog Tags are now available and may be purchased at the Municipal Office, 1 Main St. W. between the hours of 8:30 - 12:00 and 1:00 - 4:00 weekdays. All dogs in the Municipality are to be registered every year. The following fees shall be charged for dog licenses: Male or Spayed Female Dog……....$8.00 Female Dog………….......………….$15.00 Guide Dog………………...........No charge FEES WILL BE DOUBLED IF PURCHASED AFTER MARCH 31ST

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Township of Athens WINTER PARKING No person shall park a vehicle on any Village Street between the hours of 12:00 Midnight and 8:00 a.m., from the 1st day of December until the 31st day of March, to assist in the plowing and proper removal of snow. Any vehicle found parked will be removed at the owner's expense and the owner shall be subject to a fine. Darlene Noonan, A.M.C.T. CAO/Clerk-Treasurer www.athenstownship.ca

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