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‘Grimsby Five’ stick together With the return of one councillor from vacation, Grimsby councillors show up at second special meeting to reinstate & issue apology to CAO By Mike Williscraft NewsNow After five Grimsby councillors were no-shows at a special meeting of council called last week, all were in attendance Monday night to recall the chief administrative officer after he was put on administrative leave last Tuesday, Feb. 4. Mayor Jeff Jordan said last week he acted on the advice from two lawyers – one with an employment law expert and the other with expertise in municipal government - when he placed CAO Harry Schlange on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into complaints filed against him. Later that same day, he called an emergency meeting of council for the following day, Feb. 5. Most members of council confirmed their attendance with clerk Sarah Kim, except Coun. Kevin Ritchie, who was on vacation and did not respond. Ritchie had not informed clerk he would be away. However, when council gathered later that evening for the meeting, only Jordan, showed up along with Coun. Dorothy Bothwell, Coun. Reg Freake and Coun. Lianne Vardy. Coun. Randy Vaine, Coun. Dave Kadwell, Coun. Dave Sharpe and Coun. John Dunstall did not show up. The meeting was called as five members of council are needed to form a quorum and later in the week a second special meeting was called for Monday. Vaine said he is studying for a Master’s Degree and forgot he had a class. Kadwell said he “reconsidered” after realizing Ritchie was away and noting he thought it im-

Motion approved by Grimsby Council in 5-4 vote: “Whereas the administrative leave imposed on Tuesday, Feb 4, 2020 was not a decision of Council; And whereas the Mayor acted without consulting Council; And whereas Council confirms that CAO Harry Schlange was not being investigated nor is he being accused of any misconduct; Therefore be it resolved that Council issue a formal apology to CAO Harry Schlange. And be it resolved, that CAO Harry Schlange resumes his responsibilities as CAO as of Tuesday, February 11, 2020. And be it further resolved that Council appoint the Town Clerk to hire a third party, to investigate any allegations that may arise from this matter” Moved by Coun. Dave Sharpe Seconded by Coun. Kevin Ritchie portant all members of council be in attendance to deal with this issue. Monday night, council dealt with the matter in closed session, expelling the gallery to the board room at the Peach King Centre to ensure nothing could be heard or seen from the confidential discussion through the clear glass walls of the council chamber. The only comment before the closed portion came when Dunstall took the unusual step to confirm what would be covered in closed session. “Will we be discussing the email that we received last Tuesday?”

Dunstall asked. “We will be discussing several things under closed session,” Jordan confirmed. Dunstall was referring to an email sent widely last week to Niagara Region officials, Town of Grimsby officials and some members of the media. The email, which outlined several alleged and unsubstantiated claims, chastised council for not taking with regard to complaints filed with the Town of Grimsby. No contact information, other than the email address, for the sender was included.

When council rose from closed session, those in the board room were notified they could return to town hall for the open portion of the meeting. Council resumed after nearly two hours of in camera debate for a five minute open portion long enough to pass a motion moved by Sharpe, seconded by Ritchie, which read: “Whereas the administrative leave imposed on Tuesday, Feb 4, 2020 was not a decision of Council; And whereas the Mayor acted without consulting Council; And whereas Council confirms that CAO Harry Schlange was not being investigated nor is he being accused of any misconduct; Therefore be it resolved that Council issue a formal apology to CAO Harry Schlange. And be it resolved, that CAO Harry Schlange resumes his responsibilities as CAO as of Tuesday, February 11, 2020. And be it further resolved that Council appoint the Town Clerk to hire a third party, to investigate any allegations that may arise from this matter.” The motion was passed by a 5-4 recorded vote with Ritchie, Sharpe, Vaine, Dunstall and Kadwell voting in favour with Jordan, Bothwell, Vardy and Freake opposing. As soon as the vote was completed, some male staff in attendance bolted for the door. About a halfdozen female staff were in attendance as well. Several of them were moved to tears in the lobby after the meeting broke up. After the meeting, Ritchie said See POLICY, Page 2

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follow good legal advice then if either party is found at fault this could lead to legal claims against council and the Town. Let’s hope that both parties are without fault.” “Hopefully they (staff) recognize that we want (obligated by oath) to protect ALL our staff both morally and legally. Not sure how to answer that question beyond that as I’m not privy to any official alleged complaints by staff. If there’s any credence to any allegations good or bad then I’m sure that we will lose their confidence. But we should always follow good legal advice.” “It’s a very sad sequence of events and there are no winners - only more confusion and more bad blood. Maybe we can get through this mess but lots of work and compromise is necessary.” Bothwell’s comments were: “I was disappointed with the outcome of last evening’s Council meeting. I support the Mayor in his actions under the circumstances and understanding that he did not act unilaterally and sought and received specific legal advice to support his decision. It was frustrating to not have quorum at the Special Council meeting called by the Mayor the next day. All parties deserve a respectful, fulsome and expedient process to bring this matter to resolution.” Jordan’s comments were: “I didn’t make any decision lightly I relied on both HR and municipal legal opinion before any action. I set a meeting at first availability. Quorum was confirmed for the Wednesday evening meeting. Only 4 attended. “I acted appropriately given the extremely difficult and sensitive situation and tried to protect everyone involved.. If the same situation happened again I wouldn’t act any differently. I am proud of my town and our staff and will always act openly and transparently and in their best interests.”

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by EVERY voting member of Council at that time. I’m supporting Councils motion to have a independent 3rd party investigation.” Ritchie’s comments were: None received. Those who opposed the motion Vardy’s comments were: “The Mayor had sought legal advice as to the proper way to handle this issue. He acted with fairness and due regard to all town staff. He then immediately called for an emergency special council meeting for the next day (24 hours is required) to discuss the matter with Council. The Mayor acted within his authority and with the advice of Counsel. Thats the first reason why I opposed the motion. Secondly, it is not proper process to undertake an investigation this kind with the Manager involved present in the workplace.” “The fact that they voted against legal advice is very worrying and disconcerting. Not just because of the potential liability the Town might face but more importantly about the potential negative impact on staff.” “No doubt they (staff) feel we have abandoned them and that we have left them in a very uncomfortable and precarious position. I personally am very uncomfortable with the outcome this evening.” Freake’s comments were: I supported the mayor as it was legally (per Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Ontario Labour Act) the responsibility of council to ensure that ToG staff have a safe and secure workplace and also to ensure that parties on both sides are protected. It was also the morally right decision. We cannot and must not risk those who are accused and/ or those who might have legitimate concerns.” “We are obligated as elected officials to protect the Town and employees and that includes all levels of staff including the CAO. If we don’t

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From Page 1 his support for reinstating the CAO was not a lack of support for staff. “I always support staff,” said Ritchie. “If there are any complaints, we’ll deal with them.” He went on to justify the same five councillors approving a Code of Conduct last month with a whistleblower component which did not allow for an independent, third-party reporting mechanism, rather, any complaints would have to be registered with the CAO or the Town’s HR department. “It’s a working document,” Ritchie said. Bothwell noted several shortcomings with the policy at the time, suggesting it be deferred to allow for several adjustments, but none were acted upon. Ritchie said that was because no motion was put forward. Bothwell brought a resolution at the Feb. 3 meeting, when Ritchie was absent, and got a motion passed for a report to be drafted on implementing third party reporting mechanism. All members of council were given questions after Monday’s meeting. Generally, questions were: explain your position on the motion in question; for those who supported the motion, why would you contradict advice from an employment law expert, while those who opposed the motion were asked if they have concerns that contradicting the legal opinion would escalate the Town’s liability, and; what does the result of the vote say about council’s commitment to staff? Those who supported the motion to reinstate and issue an apology Sharpe’s comments were: “1) I didn’t just support the motion, I drafted the motion and I moved it.” “1) A person is not guilty until proven innocent. As a councillor I have information in closed session which I cannot share in the newspaper, but what I can say is there is no grounds to put the CAO on paid

leave. The motion Council carried this evening also gave direction to the clerk to hire a third party investigator to get to the bottom of any allegations related to this matter.” “Grimsby is a terrific place to work, with good hours, holidays, pension, benefits, and more. I think some staff are afraid that changes at Town Hall may affect their jobs. We have a great staff and staff should not react to the rumours being spread. Further, the CAO is a member of staff. Thanks for your interest Mike, looks like I’ll be buying donuts at work for having my name in the paper again.” Dunstall’s comment was: “With an investigation commencing I would not want to make any comment. But please reach out to me when the investigation is completed.” Vaine’s comments were: “First of all, any thing that I say is strictly my opinion and I speak on my behalf and NOT on behalf of the Town or for Council.” “As you know, I cannot speak about anything discussed in Closed Council session. As always, I based my decision based on the quality of the information provided to Council or lack thereof. I made an informed decision with the information provided.” “Same answer as #1.” “My priority in any decision is always what is best for the Town, the Residents and Town staff. Over the past 15 months, I have gone to great lengths to support all Town staff through a lot of challenges and changes; that has not changed but I can only work with what information is provided to me. I will continue to support staff.” Kadwell’s comments were: “My vote to support the motion was based on an email that I received on Tuesday February 4 pertaining to rumours of the CAO. The actions that were taken based on the contents of this email, in my opinion were premature. This action was not supported

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WL volunteers needed for Christmas in the Village parade committee By Joanne McDonald For NewsNow The call is out for volunteers to ensure Santa Claus returns to Smithville this year. In a closed meeting Monday, West Lincoln Council accepted the resignation of the Christmas in the Village (Santa Claus Parade) committee. Mayor Dave Bylsma cited fatigue on the part of the former committee members who worked hard for many years to plan the annual event. “Dave Willis was the driving force and there was just a general fatigue. Many were longterm members,” Bylsma said, thanking the committee, the many family and friends, who worked alongside the long-time parade chair.

Last Nov. 30 marked the first parade since Willis’ sudden death Sept. 3. His daughter, Kim Fisher, took over organizing the event and Willis’ legacy was remembered in many parade floats and signs with red and green worn by parade-goers lining the route. A decades-long chair of the Santa Claus Parade, Willis was always giving back where he was needed in his community, each year putting his heart into the parade, known fondly as the “biggest small town parade around.” The committee has operated under the auspices of the Township since around 2011 for insurance purposes. “Dave did a great job, fantastic work for

many years before and after that,” Bylsma said. He said the Township has maintained a good relationship with members of the committee who have stepped down and is committed to finding new leadership to take over the reins. The Township will also take an active role. “Council has to move quickly because bands and floats are booking now for the parade that will take place the last Saturday in November. We don’t want to lose time and are looking for hardworking volunteers who can contribute,” Bylsma said. Those interested in becoming a committee member are asked to contact the Township office.

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Thank you and Farewell By now the entire community knows that I have sold the Olympia Restaurant. It came as a shock to the entire community, but one filled with love and support. Interestingly Tom and Aspasia Konidas enough, this is move back to Greece with not the first time a sum of money to open I sold the Olympia. up our own businesses. When I first came to That clearly was not the Canada in 1970, little did case. Aspasia and I ended I know that I would own up staying in Canada. We and operate a restaurant first settled in Niagara that would have such a Falls, and then St. profound impact on a Catharines, and then community. finally in Beamsville in I left my home of Nafpaktos, Greece with my 1979 — the same year that I bought the Olympia. wife Aspasia for a “honIn 1982, I was a strong eymoon.” Neither did she, advocate for allowing the nor I, expect to stay. She sale of alcohol in the Town wasn’t enthusiastic about of Lincoln, and in Nothe decision. Like most vember of that same year, Greeks who left Greece at the time, we came to Can- Beamsville became “wet.” Ironically, I sold the ada with the mindset that Olympia that year. we would come and work In 1985, I bought it back. for aRobfew years and then 1 2019-03-05 Golfi_NewsNowSPEC.pdf 12:21 PM

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Grimsby Pumphouse 2020 Workshop series Watercolour presented by Atanur Dogan Feb. 1415. All workshops sponsored by the Lakeside Pumphouse Artists’ Association. Sessions from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day. Registration fee $100 for both days for LPAA members, $110 for non-members. Info: grimsbylpaa.org The Lincoln Garden Club meets Sat. Feb 15, 2020 at 9:30 am at the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre in Rittenhouse Hall, Vineland Station. Guest speaker : Kevin Kavanagh. Topic : “Natural Elements of Garden Design: What the birds and bees would tell us”. 9:30 am coffee and goodies, meeting 10am. Bring your own mug. Trivia Night Sat. Feb. 15th at Trinity United Church (100 Main Street West, Grimsby) Doors open at 6:30pm, trivia starts at 7pm. $20/person. Wine, beer and pop available for purchase. Reserve a whole table or we can put you on a team. 905-945-2249 for tickets. Second Annual Harvey Cup darts tournament on Feb. 16 at Rikochéz Pub & Eatery. 1-1, round robin, 301 and best of 5. Awesome prizes! $40 sign-up and all proceeds go to McNally House Hospice. Fulton Stone Sweetheart Pancake Brunch Feb. 16, at Fulton Hall from 10:30am -1pm. 2906 South Grimsby, Rd#20 Fulton. Breakfast includes: pan-

cakes, egg dish, sausages, muffins, fruit cup, coffee/ tea and juice. Adult $12, 6-10 years-$9, under $6 Everyone welcome. Beeswax Food Wraps. Learn to how to reduce plastic wrap and make a difference by making beeswax food wraps. Presented by the Beamsville Women’s Institute Feb. 18 from 1-3 p.m. at the Fleming Centre. Cost is $5. Space is limited, please pre-register by calling 905 563 7274 or email bstones@cogeco.ca Grimsby Historical Society Monthly Speaker Series: Natasha Henry, president of the Ontario Black History Society. “Brought in Bondage: Africans Enslaved by the United Empire Loyalists in Early Canada”. Wednesday, Feb. 19, 7:30-9 p.m. at Grimsby Town Hall Council Chambers. All are welcome. West Lincoln Memorial Auxiliary annual Lasagna Dinner - Friday, Feb. 21. Mountainview Christian Reformed Church, 290 Main Street E. Grimsby. Tickets $25 available at the Auxiliary office. Call 905 945 2253 ext. 11391 to reserve. All proceeds support the purchase of medical equipment for West Lincoln Memorial Hospital. Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake - Ignite the glow Saturday Feb. 22, Tuesday Feb. 25 and Saturday Feb. 29. Dress up, bowl, win prizes and have fun! $60 to bowl. To learn more call 905-646-3230 or visit bbbsmentors.ca.

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Town of Lincoln considers banning single-use plastic in its departments councillors, despite agreeing with the spirit of the motion, found issues with its logistics. Most of the criticism was aimed at the motion’s original wording, that a ban be “implemented no later than July 1”. “My concern is with the July 1 date and the stress we’d be putting on staff,” said Coun. Tony Brunet. Coun. JD Pachereva and Mike Mikolic agreed and together with Brunet asked that the motion be amended to call for a report from staff by Canada Day rather than full implementation. CAO Mike Kirkopoulos said he was “much more comfortable with an interim report by July 1.” The motion’s author, MacPherson, agreed that would be a good course of action. Pachereva also suggested that ‘bottles’ be removed from the list of single-use plastics specifically named in the motion. “It can get pretty hot at Charles Daley park on Canada Day,” Pachereva said.

“Are we going to stop giving bottled water to our staff when temperatures get high?” He also pointed out that the town has many contracts with beverage and vending machine providers at its public venues like the Fleming Centre. Coun. MacPherson took a firm stance against this suggestion, and countered that getting rid of ‘bottles’ from the list “will take a very important part of the motion away.” Coun. Adam Russell supported MacPherson’s opinion, citing his experience once working for a beverage company. “These companies won’t change without any pressure put on them,” said Russell. “Motions like this will put that pressure on them.” Council carried the amended motion with none opposed. With this direction, staff will return to council with an interim report on implementing a ban on Town use of single-use plastics no later than July 1.

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By Tristan Marks NewsNow Its time for the Town of Lincoln to chuck single-use plastics for good, after a vote by council on Monday. Council passed a motion to examine how the Town and its various departments can phase out the use of throw-away plastics such as straws, packaging and bottles. The motion directed staff to return to council no later than July 1 with a report on how to implement such a change. Coun. Paul MacPherson, who introduced the motion, said the Town needs to “take a leadership role” in starting “a discussion in the community” about eliminating single-use plastics on all levels by being the first to take action. He also added that Lincoln would not be the first municipal government to do so. Council was largely receptive to the idea. “This is a really good step for us to take,” said Coun. Dianne Rintjema. “It’s time.” However, some

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First North Grimsby Scouts will be celebrating Scouts/Guide Week by sponsoring a free public skate at the Peach King Centre on Sunday, Feb. 23. The community is invited for a free skate 3:10-4:30 p.m. The Scouts will be on site participating and providing

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Lane restrictions, lane closures, and road closures resulting in travel delays are expected and ongoing. Alternate routes around the construction zone will be posted and we ask drivers to take these routes. Your cooperation and patience while work is being completed is appreciated. Any inquiries concerning this project may be directed to: • Dean Whittaker, P.Eng., Project Manager, Consultant, WSP Canada Group Limited, at 416-358-9324 • Gino Giancola, B.Sc., CET, PMP®, Project Manager, Niagara Region Water & Wastewater Engineering, at 905-980-6000 ext. 3735 or toll-free: 1-800-263-7215 • Niagara Region Dispatch (after hours) at 905-984-3690 Social icon

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Kids get free gym night at WLCC thanks to Kiwanis Smithville kids have a new way to have fun and stay active on Tuesdays thanks to the Kiwanis Club of West Lincoln. The service club will cover the charges for any kids ages 9-18 to play in the West Lincoln Community Centre’s gym Tuesday nights from 4:30-5 p.m. The time will be completely supervised by the community centre staff, who will run fun gym activities for the kids based on how many come each night. The gym will provide all the neces-

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Lincoln Museum hosts war trauma lecture Feb. 22 Canadian soldiers returning home have always been changed by war and peacekeeping missions, frequently in harmful but unseen ways. The Lincoln Museum and Cultural Centre has invited Dr. Adam Montgomery to give a lecture on the ways conflict has changed Canadian soldiers throughout the ages on Feb. 22 at 2 p.m.

Dr. Montgomery’s book, The Invisible Injured, studies trauma faced by the Canadian military over the past century.This lecture is in conjunction with the museum’s photo exhibit, The Wounded. Tickets to the lecture cost $15. Register at the Lincoln Museum, the Fleming Centre or online by visiting lincoln.ca.

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Garbage tag price increased by Region Niagara Region has bumped up the price of garbage tags from $2 per tag to $2.50. effective Feb. 1, 2020. This is to move towards full cost recovery of garbage collection and part of a continued effort to increase the diversion of recyclable and organic materials, which are currently being placed in the garbage stream. The price charged for the garbage tag is meant to cover the cost of the collection of that additional garbage bag (or container). The last time the price of the garbage tag was increased was 2012 when it went from $1 per tag to $2 per tag. Niagara Region’s waste audit results show approximately 50 per cent of what residents put in their garbage is organic

waste and 14 per cent is recyclables which could have otherwise been diverted using the Blue Box, Grey Box or Green Bin. Diverting more organics from the landfill will reduce both land and air pollution, and also help extend landfill capacity. Residents will still be able to place the $2 garbage tag on any extra garbage bags (or containers) after Feb. 1 and until they run out of them. Residents can find out more about Niagara Region’s Waste and Recycling Programs online by visiting niagararegion.ca/ waste. More than 100 different stores sell garbage tags on behalf of Niagara Region. For a full list, visit niagararegion.ca/waste/containers/garbage-taglocations.

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Niagara Region is proceeding with upgrades to the Region’s transmission main in Grimsby along Regional Road 40 (South Service Road / Clarke Street). The section of watermain to be constructed in this phase is approximately 2,400 m in length. Motorists and the general public are hereby advised that construction activity is currently in progress, and will be continuous until August 2020, at the following locations: • Regional Road 40 between Murray Street and Baker Road N • Nelles Road N between Regional Road 40 and 100 m south of intersection with Regional Road 40 • Elizabeth Street between Regional Road 40 and 100 m south of intersection with Regional Road 40

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* Home Appliance Service * Home Heating, Cooling repairs and maintenance * Home Reno? We can advise on related trades Call us first! We can help!

905-536-0565

MERRITT

FUNERAL HOME 287 STATION ST., SMITHVILLE

“Serving Families For 4 Generations Since 1921” Director: Thomas C. Merritt CANADIAN - INDEPENDENT GROUP OF FUNERAL HOMES

905-957-7031

www.merritt-fh.com

Leave It 2 Me Roofing & Painting

PHIL NIEMI

OWNER/CRAFTSMAN

Call for a Quote! (289) 668-2728 leave.it@inbox.com

Residential & Commercial Bonded and Insured Hamilton 905-745-9848 St. Catharines: 905-329-8929 www.rawdencleaningservice.com

SEAN D. HEELEY Barrister & Solicitor

SZPIECH, ELLIS, SKIBINSKI, SHIPTON

Wills, Family, Real Estate 107 Griffin Street South, Smithville, Ontario L0R 2A0

905-957-7898

414 Main St. East, Hamilton

905-524-2454 sheeley@sesslaw.ca

Stan Macievich Frank Veldman

(owner)

286 Main Street W., Grimsby On L3M 1S4 Cell: 905.325.1266

Bathrooms Basements • Sheds Decks • Trim Work • Drywall

Blue Ribbon Painting

In business locally for over 25 years

High Quality Craftsmanship expert residential painting

905-945-1543

classifieds 289-235-9500 takin’ care of business sports business Fridays In February

News Now • Thursday, February 13, 2020 • Page 13

TREE SERVICE

Fully Insured

Please call to place your Classified Ad for sale

Kemp Rd.

WM SMerek

Park Rd.

Grimsby Mountain Rd.

APPLeS & CIDer

Mud Street E.

6654 Mud Street, East Monday - Saturday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Closed on Sunday

905-945-2563

MOVING - Guitar, Sectional sofa, queen-size bedroom suite, dining room set, kitchen set, swivel arm chair. Please call (905) 309-0385

HANDYMAN SERVICES

VEHICLES WANTED

CARS, trucks, old farm machinery for scrap or repair. We pay cash. Flatbed service. 905-386-6181 or 289-686-5059.

Wanted - Scrap

To Advertise in the Classifieds Call 289-235-9500

Used Auto Parts For Sale

RUBBISH AND JUNK REMOVAL. Call Ken 905-957-5731.

Cars and Trucks Cash paid Same day pick up Lampman Salvage

905-957-2193

Concert Series at

10 Main St. W., Grimsby

In Support of:

Feb. 7

Feb. 14

Feb. 21

Feb.28

Josh Ewards

Andrew Hill

Chris Saylor

B.J. Frid

Live On Stage

• Event runs 6:30-11 • Draws 7:45 • Concert 8-11 pm Admission is FREE! Each night organizations may run Draws to Door Prizes to Silent Auctions. A portion of proceeds from in-house drink & dinner promotions will also be donated to that night’s organization

Live Music Fan?

Date Night?

The littlest chili waitress

Makenzie Engelhardt (Left) readies a tray of chili with a little help from Lou Eves for judges at the Beamsville Legion’s Chili Cook-off on Sunday. Marks - Photo

LPAA workshops begin Feb. 14 The Grimsby Lakeside Pumphouse Artists’ Association presents its 2020 workshop series. Starting on Valentine’s Day special guest artists will instruct students on their artistic techniques and specialities. There will be something for artists of every mastery level . Each workshop will be taught by a different artist: • February 14-15: Atanur Dogan, watercolour. • March 28: Anne More, acrylics • May 1-2: Debrah Tate-Sears, watercolour

• June 19-20: Judy Mayer-Grieve, acrylics • August 13-15: Shelley Prior, watercolour • September 26: Bill Biddle, acrylics • October 24: Doug Mays, watercolour Each runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Elizabeth St. Pumphouse. Registration fees are $50/day for LPAA members and $55/ day non-members. Students register for the entire period of an individual workshop. For more information and to register, visit grimsbylpaa. org or visit the Grimsby LPAA’s Facebook page.

He’s an On Time

God

Group Supporter?

Lots of reason to come out, have a great time & raise some money for great causes!