Southpoint Sun July 21, 2010

Leamington’s newest Olympic gold medalist

By Sheila McBrayne

Kitch Grubb is the Special Olympics gold medalist in the 50-metre backstroke with his time of 58:28.

Kitch competed in his first Canadian National Special Olympics held in London, Ontario from July 14 to 17. He won the honour to compete at the national level by qualifying at provincials and his regional results. Kitch, 25, competed in the 25-metre freestyle, 50-metre freestyle, 25-metre backstroke and 50-metre backstroke. Because the competitors race in heats, he and his cheering section of about 15 family and friends didn’t know he won the gold medal until the medal presentation held at the end of each day.

Kitch swims at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex once a week on a regular basis and stepped up his training routine to swimming twice a week to prepare for the Olympics.

“It’s pretty awesome that the Grubb family can say they have a gold medalist in the family,” said a very proud Aunt Jody Grubb. Jody and husband Lawrence and their two daughters, Mikayla and Ashley, were among the group of family members cheering on Kitch. And, of course, no one was cheering louder than Kitch’s parents, Bob and Michele.

Kitch and his family are now waiting to hear if he has qualified for the World Special Olympics to be held next summer in Athens, Greece. They have to wait for three to four weeks until all the factors are tabulated to determine if he will be going.

Kitch has been competing in Special Olympics for 12 years and has a room full of trophies, ribbons and medals. He is a member of Windsor-Essex Community Living and works part-time at Burger King. He calls himself a “superstar”. “We’re very proud of him,” said his father. “He definitely is a superstar,” he added. “He’s definitely number one in my heart,” added cousin Mikayla.

A special moment for Kitch was watching one of his favourite NHL personalities, Don Cherry, carry the Special Olympics flag into the opening ceremonies.

Marina celebrating 25th anniversary

The Municipality of Leamington, its Mayor and Town Council invite all residents to the Marina on Saturday, July 24 to enjoy an afternoon and evening of free live entertainment to be held at the Marina Pavilion and lawn area.

Festivities will include a spectacular lineup of local bands from noon until 5 p.m. with barbecue food on the lower lawn adjacent to the pavilion.

The evening events kickoff at 6 p.m. in the pavilion with a pig roast, hosted by a local fundraising group, Speqtra.

Tickets are $20 in advance and available

from the Marina 519-326-0834, the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex 519-322-2337, Speqtra 519322-2463, and CR Music Room 519-322-4937, and the Chamber of Commerce 519-326-2721. A cash bar will be available all afternoon and into the evening, hosted by the Leamington Kinsmen.

The headliner for the evening will be “The Speds”, who will take to the stage at 8 p.m.

Bring your lawn chairs and celebrate with at the waterfront!

To learn more about the Marina’s 25th festivities, visit www.leamington.ca/marina.

Listen Saturdays at 6 pm and Sundays at 1 pm to the Mix 96.7 Hit List. Email hitlist@mix967.ca to vote for the song you think should be #1!

Lexxus Adam, daughter of Dean and Tania, was one of the kids who had her face painted by Kayla Lindsay (pictured) and Anna Matheson at the Grand Opening Festival at Captain’s Corner on Saturday. Kids also received a free balloon and candy bag. The two-day grand opening included a fruit and vegetable stand, flowers, bake table, 50/50 draws and a chance to win a $100 prepaid MasterCard.

Point Pelee Park management plan tabled

The Honourable Jim Prentice, Canada’s Environment Minister and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, has tabled the Point Pelee National Park Management Plan in Parliament. The new management plan focuses on revitalizing the visitor experience, improving the health of ecosystems and Species at Risk protected in the park, and building on partner, stakeholder and public engagement in the presentation and protection of Canada’s southern-most national park to better meet the changing needs and expectations of Canadians, today and in the future.

The management plan will guide strategic management decisions for the park and serve as a basis for reporting to Canadians on Parks Canada’s progress in achieving the vision for the park:

“A lush oasis of nature at the southern tip of Canada, Point Pelee National Park is home to a rich diversity of Carolinian plants and animals including many rare species. A dynamic environment, the park resounds with migrating songbirds in the spring, hums with cicadas in the summer, flutters with Monarch butterflies in the fall, and is a peaceful place of reflection in the winter. This unique and magical place is where people gather to experience the park and create their own memories.”

This vision is guided by 5 key strategies:

• Respecting the Seventh Generation: Honouring First Nations Connections to Point Pelee National Park.

• Discovering, Enjoying and Connecting with Point Pelee National Park.

• Restoring the Carolinian Habitat Mosaic.

• Six Thousand Years of Stories: Protecting and Presenting Cultural Resources.

• Collaborating: Parks Canada’s Key to Success.

The Point Pelee National Park Management Plan was prepared with First Nations and public consultations. Parks Canada actively sought and welcomed participation in the development of the management plan, helping to build relationships with First Nations, communities and stakeholders in proximity to the park as well as with park visitors and interested Canadians. Collectively, through the public’s active participation in the consultation process, Canadians have helped define the vision for Point Pelee National Park and guide park management for the next 15 years.

A copy of the Point Pelee National Park Management Plan is available on the Parks Canada website (http://www. pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/on/pelee/plan/plan8.aspx) or by written or telephone request.

Parks Canada works to ensure Canada’s cultural and natural heritage is presented and protected for the enjoyment, education and appreciation of all Canadians, today and in the future. Through a network of 42 national parks, 167 national historical site, and 3 national marine conservation areas, Parks Canada sets the stage and invites Canadians around the world to engage in personal moments of inspiring discovery of our treasured natural and historic places.

HOPE service helps in healing process

$53,000 raised... and counting

Tornado Relief thank you

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our Tornado Relief Benefit on July 2, 2010. Our community set new standards for the level of spirit that was exemplified.

Our committee is proud to announce that we have raised over $53,000 for the event and donations are still coming in.

Thank you to all of our.... Celebrity Servers: Jeff Watson, Nelson Santos, John Adams, Kingsville OPP, Leamington Fire Fighters, Meghan Agosta, Leamington Flyers Cheyne Matheson & Brett Babkirk. You are the diamonds of our community.

Entertainers: James Staley, Same Latitude As Rome, 24-40, Elvis Tribute Show – Norm, Southwest Sound, Mad Science, Colasanti’s Animal Show and Sailor Sue. The laughter and smiles you provide will create longterm memories for a group of citizens who endured a terrible tragedy.

Ken Lewenza, your words of wisdom and enthusiasm inspired the crowds and touched the hearts of all who were affected by the tornado. Thank you for supporting this evening. The CAW’s contributions were incredibly generous. We appreciate your hard work.

To all of our media suppoters: Blackburn Radio, AM800, Essex Free Press, Southpoint Sun, Leamington Post, Kingsville Reporter, Amherstburg Echo, Wheatly Journal, Windsor Pennysaver, Daytripping Magazine and the Windsor Star. The exposure that you provided for this event created a fantastic success. Your generosity is duly noted.

Blackburn Radio (Ar-

lene), thank you for your guidance and continual assistance throughout this journey. We are not sure what we would have done without the personal guidance you provided. You have inspired and provided us with the confidence to assist the community.

Special recognition to Shutterbug and all of the people and businesses who donated produce, baked goods, raffle prizes and took part in our corporate sponsorships. You have made a world of a difference. It is nice to see that everyone can give back to the communities where your families grew up.

To our volunteers, your time is more valuable than we could ever express. Thank you for all of your efforts, sweat and persistence. We only heard compliments about how great and friendly our volunteers were. “Wow” is all we need to say.

To our families, thank you for riding out this journey with us. We understand that this was a huge undertaking in a short amount of time. Your support meant more than we can express. We are honored to represent our family businesses and use the resources and opportunities at our fingertips to follow in our families’ founders’ footsteps and to step up and assist the community, as our ancestors would have. Your resources made this whole process and event succeed.

It’s hard to say ‘save the best for last’, but it’s easy to say that about all of our committee members who volunteered their time for this great cause. They were definitely the best committee ever. Without you, none of this would have been pos-

sible. We could not have imagined working with a better group of people: Arlene, Anne, Carmen, Mary, Steph, Norm, Jennica, Anna Marie and Tina. You guys are amazing. We are a great team! We look forward to working with all of you in the future.

The only way to end this letter of recognition and appreciation is to say “THANK YOU” one last time!

Ashley Colasanti, Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens

Leigh Ann Mastronardi, Anna’s Flowers

Council shorts for July 19th

To Err is Human...

I begin my report with two corrections: first for misnaming Kingsville Councillor Gord Queen and second for trying out the name ‘Helga’ on Councillor Hilda MacDonald. My sincere apology, not only to those two worthy municipal politicians, but also to my faithful readers. I do make mistakes, but when I do I try to correct them. This time I missed.

Public Meeting: No Comment

Prior to the start of the regular town council meeting a public meeting was held concerning a re-zoning on Mersea Road 8. A homeowner wants to add about 250 feet of property on to the back of his existing lot. Obviously it was no big deal: nobody attended to comment on the proposal and council was able to pass the by-law without delay.

Asphalt Tender Awarded

The town engineering department has recommended Coco Paving be awarded the contract to resurface about 1.1hA of roads in the eastern part of town. The sections of road slated to be resurfaced include Pickwick Lane, the north end of Rudgate Lane and a bit of Alderton where the two intersect, and Bennie Ave. from Alderton south to just past Clarence Ave. The value of the contract is about $194,260 before taxes, just under the $200,000 budgeted for the work.

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Plan to retire...

I think we all dream of the day we can retire. I was at a special retirement party on the weekend and I can’t help but dream of the day I can retire comfortably.

I envision a world where I golf every day. Actually, I’d like to live on the golf course in one of the nice condominiums overlooking one of the holes. And when the weather turns cold, I would like to go somewhere warm. I’ve already decided that I don’t want to go the same place every winter, but rather change it up and go to a variety of warm-weather destinations.

Of course the perfect retirement will include travel; not just in the winter, but travel at least once a year to a country I’ve never been before. I often think about my dad who is 84 years old and has never left North America. Actually, I don’t think he’s travelled outside of Ontario, except for a few trips to Tigers or Red Wing games. Imagine, an entire world and never leaving Ontario… I know it’s a generational thing and he is very happy in his retirement, but I just think I want to travel the world.

I begrudge putting money into my RRSP every payday, but I try to remember my retirement plans and keep aiming for them. That’s why this is a retirement plan and not a retirement dream. Now, if we want to dream, I’m dreaming of winning the Lotto jackpot! I’m sure with $50 million, myself and many family and close friends could retire immediately and start the retirement plan early!

A change is as good as a rest, but a rest is good too

It’s hard to believe we have headed into the second half of July and the rest of our summer. Where does time go? If you are like me, you anticipate spring with its greenness and the smell of fresh cut grass along with it. We fill our days with routine and our weekends with barbeques and other gatherings. What do you long to do the most?

Thinking back over the many summers, I have very fond memories that I hold onto as my symbol of the perfect summer. Most of them are from when I was a kid when our routine was less regimented and more carefree.

Waking up in the morning and putting on my bathing suit or “second skin” was typical, whether I was planning to go swimming or not. There was little doubt that most days I would end up getting wet in the pool, a sprinkler, or from a watermelon seed fight wash down.

Camping out in the backyard was a treat, although most times it did not last all night. The adventures, including the scary stories, usually led us screaming into the house for shelter before dawn and were all a part of the thrill. One particular night in my cousin’s backyard I remember her cat slinking outside of our tent, but with the glow of the moon behind her we were convinced it was a tiger! Poor Cottonball was never the same after Do you remember making endless whirlpools in an above the ground pool? The best part was letting go and going with the flow. Making time to go with the flow will be a relief from the routine. Going the other way for a while may be a new challenge, and also the break

you require.

Even though fresh produce can be found all year long in the stores, it cannot compare with the endless variety of fresh berries, plums, apricots, garlic and more at our roadside stands. I will never forget returning from a Saturday swim meet and stopping at one of the hot buttered corn stands along old #3. The taste of summer! Food seems to be a way in which we capture memories and store them until the next time we bite into that familiar taste. Perhaps canning is our way of preserving a bit of summer until midwinter when we can pop open the lid and release its goodness.

Probably one of my best memories of summer holidays is not rushing to do anything. I could linger in my PJs just a little longer, and my day would unfold as I went along. I relish the days when there is no need to go anywhere and choose to lounge with a great book instead.

Heading off to a cottage or some other getaway allows the change that our life requires once in awhile. Change of routine can be done at home as well and may help to refresh us, but don’t forget the power of rest. Southern countries have it right with their “siesta time”. Try to find time to put your feet up, close your eyes and let this summer be one of your best yet!

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How did you spend your summers in your youth?

Location: Erie Glen Manor

Marilyn Whaley

“I lived in Leamington, but we went to a farm in Morpeth and just played mostly. It was just nice to be on a farm and not in town. We picked beans for 25¢ a 12-quart basket.”

Murray Whaley

“I played ball mostly. When I was a kid we didn’t have any organized ball. I used to ride my bike to the corner of Gracie and 12th Concession for pickup games of ball in the evenings. I hoed and worked on the farm during the day.”

Ada Ives

“I lived on a farm. Sometimes we went to an uncle’s cottage on Walpole Island. We played in the water. I had four cousins there; it was nice to play with them because I was an only child.”

Ena Dawson

“I didn’t have to work, I was one of the fortunate ones. I lived in London and came to Leamington when I was 15. Dad had White’s Smoke Shop and worked a lot, so we didn’t travel much.”

Eco-fees are a tax, says writer

You might notice on your next trip to the store an “Eco-Fee” added on to various items. This is not optional, this is now mandatory. Call it what you will, it is a tax.

Supposedly, this is to pay for recycling products and Stewardship Ontario will be setting up drop off points for various items (mine is 15 miles away from my home).

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Reader responds re: Antonio Court concerns

How ridiculous! How is it possible that the engineer, Peter Frasier, could turn the blame for not considering the possibility of a truck leaving the east side arterial road and impacting a house on the court, or even appreciating the inevitable noise from the traffic, being a serious problem for Antonio Court residents?

Yes, the road location has been on the books for the better part of two decades, but he has also been aware that housing development has taken place within that period. He should have made some kind of arrangement to include something sensible, like an eight-foot high dirt berm for the construction to head off such problems. I consider the engineer to be at fault, not the residents.

Also, one might ask, what happens to all this truck traffic on the east side arterial when it reaches Seacliff? Does anyone seriously think that with the current condition of Seacliff between the arterial and Cherry Lane that the old, rutted, road surface will last more than a month or two before becoming impassable? What about the junctions at Bevel Line and Peter Avenue, with a line-up of trucks at the stop sign? Is there anyone on council with responsibility for planning?

Finally, we have the prospect of one or more ponds to catch the run-off from the arterial, and possible development in the future on the east side. Has anyone considered the potential of West Nile diseases from mosquitoes breeding in the 1-2m of standing water proposed for the holding pond adjacent to Anfred Street?

– Frank Gilmore, Leamington

I have to ask, why is it on consumables such as laundry detergent? If I buy a bag of cement and use it in my yard, why should I have to pay Stewardship Ontario an extra $10 for recycling it? They will have nothing to do with recycling it. I’m sure that cement will still be in my yard 50 years from now.

Responsible disposal of any product is still up to the consumer so why are we being forced to give money to this non-governmental agency?

Ontario might be the first place in the world that’s now become an official Corporatocracy. We now have a tax that, rather going to democratically-elected government accountable to the people, goes directly into the hands of corporations with no accountability to the public whatsoever.

I encourage you to go to the Stewardship Ontario’s website and read their Board of Directors. We didn’t elect any of these corporate lobbyists so where do they get the authority to impose these mandatory taxes?

– Maureen Anderson,

Amherstburg

Leamington Meat Canner Committee expresses thanks

It’s been 12 years of canning in Leamington! Stir together over 675 volunteers from Windsor, Essex and Chatham-Kent areas including members of the Anglican, Baptist, Catholic, Lutheran, Mennonite, Mormon, Pentecostal and United churches, students from Leamington District Secondary School, United Mennonite Educational Institute, Christian Learning Centre, Cornerstone Christian Academy, Old Colony Christian Academy schools, a teachers group from Kingsville Public School and in-kind donations from local businesses, the end result is 30,000 pounds of turkey thighs being canned into 16,830 cans.

Donations of $70,000 were raised to cover expenses like turkey, salt, cans, rental of the MCC (Mennonite Central Committee) Mobile Canner and shipping of the cans to hungry people overseas. Last year’s cans went to North Korea. To date, we have not been informed by MCC where they will be sending this year’s cans.

The Leamington Meat Canning Committee wishes to thank everyone for their contribution towards this important project. Through this support, the success of this canning operation was possible.

Together we can!

– The Leamington Meat Canner Committee

Friday & Saturday, July 23-24

The Leamington Arts Centre will be offering the following:

• Award winning artist Roy Burton will be giving a painting demonstration in acrylic at the Art Centre, Sat. July 24 from 2-4 pm

• Katherine Burton of Art Works will feature a Kid Tent with face painting, drawing lessons, sidewalk chalk and more!

• Ken Friesen “Meandermental”. Experience the expressive painting created by Ken Friesen. Originally known for his creative and well crafted pottery, Ken exhibits his water colour, acrylic and mixed media paintings created over 2009.

• Melise Hill “Manipulation”. A Fine Arts graduate from Fanshawe College in London. “Manipulation” is a series of large scale oil figurative works which aims to provoke questions for the viewer by opposing a manipulated human form with a lush application of paint.

• The Art Centre’s shop boasts a wide selection of quality, original local artwork, one of a kind gifts, jewelry

stimulate creative potential.

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July 23 & 24

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See Us for Our Inside SIDEWALK SALE www.herecomesthebride.ca

Street Closures To make it easier for shoppers during the sidewalk sale days, Talbot Street and Erie Street in Uptown Leamington will be closed to traffic. Parking will be available in the municipal lots around the downtown area. No vehicles will be allowed to enter the downtown shopping area. Happy Shopping!

Leamington Police blotter

The following are the reportable occurrences for the Leamington Police for the period of July 12 to July 19.

July 12: Police are investigating the theft of $3,000 from a Kingsville man’s TD account in Leamington. There are no suspects. It is unknown how it happened.

July 12: Sometime overnight a vehicle parked on Askew Street was broken into. An iPod was taken.

July 13: Sometime overnight a vehicle parked on Askew Street was broken into and a man’s wallet was taken.

July 14: Sometime overnight a vehicle parked on Gladstone was broken into. A quantity of CDs and a GPS were taken.

July 15: Sometime overnight a large quantity of copper wire was stolen from a business on Seneca Drive.

July 16: At 5:02 a.m. a man was awakened by someone throwing a rock through the front window of his house.

Police Looking for Witness

Leamington Police are requesting the public’s assistance into the sudden and unexplained death of a 24-year-old Leamington man. Joseph “Joey” Youssef was found deceased approximately 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 18 at his residence in Leamington. Although Youssef’s death is not considered suspicious at this time, police would like to speak to anyone who either saw or spoke to Mr. Youssef between midnight and 11 a.m. Sunday morning. Anyone with information is asked to contact Leamington Police at 519-326-3214.

Police seeking witness to assault

Leamington Police are looking for witnesses for an assault that took place early Sunday morning. Shortly before 2:30 a.m. a fight broke out between a bouncer of the Sunset Club on Erie South in Leamington and another male. The bouncer was treated at Leamington District Memorial Hospital for minor injuries and released. A warrant has been issued for Matthew Lorne Shaw, 24 years of age, of Leamington, formerly of London. Police are asking anyone who witnessed this altercation to contact 519-3263214.

Theft Totals Over $7,300

On Thursday, July 10 around 6:30 p.m., Essex OPP responded to a theft in the 11000 block of Concession 11 in Essex. Police advise that sometime overnight, unknown suspect(s) cut a hole through a chain link fence and stole two electric golf carts and two battery chargers worth over $7300. As a result of further investigation, one female (age 18) and two males (20, 25), all from Essex, were arrested and charged with break and enter, possession of property obtained by crime over $5000, and mischief over $5000.

Wins Emergency Services Cup

On Sunday, July 11 approximately 114 corporate teams participated in the 8th annual International Dragon Boat Races at Tecumseh Lakeview Park. Monies raised assist in finding a cure for breast cancer. The Essex County OPP was honoured to be part of such a wonderful event. Many members of the team have had a family member affected by cancer, particularly breast cancer. The team was very inspired by the members of cancer survivors teams who participated in the event. This was the 6th year that the OPP team “cOPPs For the Cure” has participated in the races. cOPPs For the Cure were the 2010 Champs of the Emergency Services Combat Race for the second time, and third place Grand “A” Finalists. They raised approximately $4,800 to assist in finding a cure for breast cancer. Special thanks to Signs & More for designing their team banner and to everyone that sponsored the players.

High-Dollar Bikes Stolen

On Sunday, July 11 Tecumseh OPP responded to a theft in the 7000 block of Concession 9. Police advised that two mountain bicycles were stolen from the back yard by unknown suspect(s). The bikes were a green Gary Fisher 29er Hi- fi plus worth $3500 and a silver Cannondale valued at $2000, both 21 speeds. Anyone with information is asked to contact Tecumseh OPP at 519-735-2424 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477.

Smashed Window

On Thursday, July 15 around 8:30 p.m., Kingsville OPP responded to a mischief call in the 100 block of Division Road North in Kingsville. Police advise that sometime between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) smashed the patio door window, breaking the exterior windowpane. There was no entry made into the residence. Anyone with information is asked to contact Kingsville OPP at 519-733-2345 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477

Dive Results in Serious Injury

On Saturday, July 17, Lakeshore OPP responded to a police assistance call in the 19000 block of Lakeside Drive in Lakeshore. Police advised that a 36-year-old male dove off the break wall into Lake St. Clair. The water depth in that area is only 2-½ feet deep and the male hit his head on the bottom. Alcohol was not a factor. The male was lifted out of the water with vital signs absent, and CPR was started immediately by a doctor that was at the same location. The male had suffered a broken neck and was transported to Chatham Hospital in serious condition. He was later air lifted to Hamilton General Hospital and remains in serious condition.

Leamington Cab driver assaulted

A 25-year-old Kingsville man was arrested early Saturday morning after assaulting a cab driver.

Shortly before midnight on July 6 (Friday night), the cab driver picked up two people on Bevel Line Road. The cab driver and a male got into an argument over the fare. The cab driver stopped and told the passenger to get out. He was then struck several times in the face by the passenger, who then took off on foot. Police were called and he was arrested a short time later on Bevel Line Road.

The cab driver was not seriously injured. The passenger was charged with obtain transportation by fraud and assault. He was released to appear in court in Leamington on September 2.

Two seniors nearly victims of fraud

Two elderly Leamington seniors were nearly victims of a very popular telephone fraud in which someone calls looking for a senior, tells them that they are a relative, that they have been in an accident, and that they need money to assist them.

Last week a man received a phone call from someone alleging he was his grandson in need of money because he was involved in an accident in Quebec. The man was aware of the fraud and hung up.

The second incident though, police are crediting the fast response by staff at Scotiabank in Leamington that prevented an 86-year-old Leamington woman being bilked out of $8,000. On July 14 the lady came into the bank and requested $8,000 in cash. The teller was immediately suspicious and asked her why she was withdrawing that much money. She told her that her grandson was involved in a car accident in Quebec and he needed the money. Another staff member contacted her son, who was able to tell her that her grandson was safe.

This is an increasingly common type of fraud that targets seniors. Everyone is reminded to talk to their parents, grandparents and all relatives, and warn them about this scam before they become a victim.

Warning for restaurant and food retailers regarding inspection scam

The Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors (CIPHI) would like to warn all restaurant and retail store operators of an ongoing scam involving individuals fraudulently posing as public health inspectors, public health officials, or food inspectors.

Hundreds of restaurant and retail store operators across Canada have been contacted in the last two to three months by individuals impersonating public health inspectors, public health officials or food inspectors. The caller often indicates that there is a problem with the establishment and asks for detailed business and personal information. They attempt to schedule an inspection of the food premises and then ask for a return call to confirm the information through the use of a unique code number. Operators are threatened with large monetary fines if they do not co-operate.

The purpose of the scam is to extort money from operators and in some cases to set up fake identities via websites in order to fraudulently sell goods or services. These websites require a phone call in order to verify an identity before setting up an account. The operators are being duped into participating in this scam.

CIPHI would like to remind operators that environmental public health professionals that conduct food inspections do not usually contact operators to schedule inspections and would not require the use of a unique code. Environmental public health professionals will also carry photo identification. If you are approached by an individual claiming to be an inspector, CIPHI encourages you to ask for proper identification if you are not familiar with the inspector.

If you suspect that you have been contacted by someone impersonating an inspector, you should report the incident to your local police service or to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (1-888-495-8501; www.phonebusters.com). Operators can also contact their local Health Department if they have any questions, concerns and/or to confirm if the individual contacting them works for the Health Department.

For more information on the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors, visit www.ciphi.ca.

Fish Festival just around the corner!

Wheatley’s 2010 Fish Festival kicks off on Friday, July 30 with a weekend-long co-ed 3-pitch baseball tournament on the Wheatley Arena grounds, followed by a dance at the arena from 9 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, July 31 will be chock-full of things to do for every age group, the highlights of which will be the Fish Fest parade in the morning and the giant fish fry at Wheatley Arena starting at 5 p.m. A dance will follow the fish fry at 8 p.m. with entertainment by “B Sides”. Other activities include the Wheatley Scouts breakfast at the Legion (both Sat. and Sun.), pet parade at Ivan Coulter Park, Friendship Club yard sale and barbecue, Open House at the Friendship Club and Heritage Society, all-day kids activities at the corner of Chestnut and Erie complete with pony rides and a petting zoo, arts and crafts downtown, Legion Ladies Auxiliary bake sale at the Legion, firefighters water barrel fight at the arena, a smoked fish contest, also at the arena, and the ongoing Big Boyz Fishing Derby. There will be a cooling station at Wheatley Baptist Church from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for those who need to go inside and take a little break. At Wheatley Harbour there will be the dedication of the “Largest Freshwater Commercial Fishing Port” sign at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, August 1 will be the wind-up of the Big Boyz Fishing Derby with presentations at the arena in the afternoon. The Wheatley Idol Contest takes place at 12 noon at Two Creeks Conservation Area. The weekend will be topped off with an evening concert at Two Creeks featuring the entertainment of the Ron Leary Quartet.

• Fish Festival 2010 t-shirts are available at Penny Makes Sense of Cents, Wheatley Harbour Flowers & Gifts and Wheatley Tourist Booth, and will be available at Wheatley Arena during the fish fry.

• The Fish Fest parade will depart from the Wheatley Arena at 11 a.m. and will head south down Erie Street to Middleton Line. There’s still time to decorate a float and be part of this fun parade! A prize will be awarded for the Best Parade Entry.

• A prize will also be awarded for the Best Decorated Vessel at the harbour, so be sure to go down and check out Wheatley’s fishing fleet decorated for Fish Fest weekend.

• The Pet Parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. sharp at Ivan Coulter Park. A perfect chance to show off your pride and joy!

• Smoked Fish Contest entries can be dropped off at the arena from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Judging begins at 3 p.m., and at 4:30 p.m. will be opened up for public judging to select the People’s Choice winner.

• For more info on the activities taking place Fish Fest weekend, including parade information, contact Larry McDonald at 519-325-8042.

Check out the schedule of events in next week’s Sun.

Leamington Legion news

By Pat Simpson Br. 84 PRO

The Executive met on July 14 and will meet again on July 28. There is lots of activity with the move.

Special thanks to Leeann Setterington of Setterington Religious Gifts. She very generously donated the bar from the old 13 Russell Restaurant. The bar has been moved to the new building and will be rebuilt in the next few days.

There will be a yard sale of goods that the Branch will not be able to use at the new building (proposed date of sale August 28).

On July 28 the Executive will set a day for a marathon day of packing and sorting. There will be a notice posted at the Branch and also a note in the Legion News. Once the date is set, please mark it in your calendars and try to come out and help for at least part of what will be a busy but fun day. There are lots of memories in the old Branch and it will be an opportunity to share stories and memories.

Our membership currently stands at 150. Please make a point of stopping at the Branch and paying your membership for 2010.

The Summer Carnival will be held at Parkwood on August 14.

Please note there are no seniors dinners planned for the summer. We are hoping to hold our first seniors dinner in our new building in September.

Legion Week is September 19-25.

Winners of Friday night darts (July 9) were Bill Hills and Craig Tehonchuk, with Tim Moore and Lisa Cowen-Tehonchuk placing second.

Special Executive Meeting: July 28 at 7 p.m. General Meeting: September 1 at 7 p.m. (hopefully at our new location).

Listen to Country 92.7 CJSP for more events happening in Leamington and Essex County during the Community Calendar 6 times daily or visit www.country927.com for a complete listing

The Arthritis Society 2010 Residential Campaign. The Arthritis Society is currently seeking volunteers to become either a door-to-door or online canvasser during September. If interested please contact Dan Knight at dknight@on.arthritis or call 519-433-2191 ext 226 or toll free 1-866-0501 ext 226.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 21:

Summer BBQ luncheon from 12pm to 1:30pm at the Iris House, in the newly renovated basement hall. On the menu: Gazpacho soup, garden salad, potato salad, coleslaw, grilled vegetables, corn on the cob, BBQ chicken and ribs, burgers, hotdogs and sausages, fruit skewers, fruit pies, desserts, coffee and tea. Cost is $8 per person. Takeout is available. Parking available in back of building at Dufferin Street. 20th Annual Community Living Essex County Charity Golf Classic at Fox Glen Golf Club in McGregor, shotgun start at 11 a.m. 18 Holes of Golf-Best Ball Scramble, Hole-in-One Contests, Longest Drive Contest, Closest to Pin Prizes, Door Prizes for All, Steak Cook Out. $125 per ticket, includes golf, dinner and golf cart rental. Call to register: Tony DeSantis, Manager: Community Relations 519-776-6483, ext 246 - www.communitylivingessex.org.

THURSDAY, JULY 22:

Destination Jungle - travel to the jungle and discover the exotic world of the rainforest.. a great summer of reading, games, activities and crafts at the Leamington Library at 10:30 a.m. Ages 4 - 6. Register at the library. For information, phone 519-326-3441.

FRIDAY, JULY 23:

Kingsville Parks and Recreation presents the movie "The Tooth Fairy" at Lakeside Park at dusk. Shown on a 25' x 14' screen, affordable snacks. Admission by donation, bring your lawn chair. For more information phone 519-733-2123.

The Youth & Family Resource Network is hosting a Bowl-a-thon Fundraiser at Empire Lanes in Ruthven. Registration begins at 7:30pm. Teams of 4 or 5 are welcome to participate. Each participant is required to raise $40 in order to bowl. This includes 2 games, all bowling gear and a large platter of nachos for each lane. A grand prize will be awarded to the person who raises the most money. To register your team, please e-mail Nicole Cabral at ncabral@resourcenetwork.ca or call 519-733-8983 extension 25

SATURDAY, JULY 24:

All former members of the Queenʼs Own Rifles of Canada are invited to attend a meet and greet and BBQ in Leamington. Please call 519-326-6681 for details. Leamington Marina celebrates boating for 25 yearslive entertainment at the Marina from noon to 5:00 p.m. Pig roast at 6:00 p.m., entertainment by "The Speds" at 8:00 p.m. Cash bar. Advance tickets are available at the Kinsmen Recreation Complex - 519322-2337; Speqtra at 519-322-2463; CR Music Room at 519-322-4937 or the Leamington Marina at 519-326-0834. Southwestern Ontario farmers & tractor enthusiasts are uniting in Dresden Ontario for "The Greatest Tractor Parade: Farmers Driving Out Cancer". An attempt will be made to break the current Guinness World Record for the "largest parade of tractors" while raising funds for the Canadian Cancer Society. Farmers are getting pledges for participating in the parade, and all donors who pledge their support will be issued a tax receipt. For more info visit the website "The Greatest Tractor Parade" or phone 519-683-6062. Quinn United Church, 22442 King & Whittle Road, Tilbury, is holding its annual Pork BBQ with all the fixings with fresh homemade pies for dessert. Dinner will be served from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Ticket prices areAdults: $15.00 Child: $6.00 (5-11) Child: free (4 and under). For tickets please call 519-682-3046 or 519-682-0161. Explore the Shore weekend from 11am to 5pm. Twenty-five businesses and recreational facilities along Essex County Road 50, which runs along the north shore of Lake Erie in the Town of Essex will be having a variety of activities for you and the whole family. There'll be a putting competition, a treasure hunt, live entertainment, tours, local art displays, buggy rides, free ice cream cones and more. For more info go to www.exploretheshore.ca

SUNDAY, JULY 25:

Fundraiser for Breast Cancer at 7:00pm at Abars-7880 Riverside Dr. E. Windsor. Tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased by June 21, 2010 at 700 Tecumseh Rd. E., Suite #102, Windsor. Phone 519-258-9906. Live music, all you can eat pig roast, door prizes, raffles, including an autographed Windsor Spitfire Jersey. All proceeds of this event go to the International Dragon Boats for the Cure.

The Laws perform folk and country music at Two Creeks Summer Concert Series, 6:30 p.m., June 13 at Two Creeks Conservation Area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1. Admission is free, but the hat is passed to defray the expense of bringing in performers and to continue the volunteer work necessary to maintain the site. Refreshments are available from Wheatley Scouting. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the atmosphere. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are held under the pavilion. You can also bring used household batteries for recycling. For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca.

As part of the "Summer Serenade Concert Series" at Leamington Marina Park, the Moxie Boys will be performing music including Elvis, Roy Orbison, Stevie Wonder, and Bob Marley; and comedic skits, from 4:00 p.m-6:00 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs. If raining, event will take place at Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex lobby, 249 Sherk St.

MONDAY, JULY 26 & TUESDAY, JULY 27:

Bring your lawnchairs to the Leamington marina for an evening of music with Brad, Lynn, Jack, and John from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, weather permitting. Enjoy a variety of secular and gospel music.

TUESDAY, JULY 27:

Destination Jungle - go on an adventure to exotic lands, explore tropical rainforests and discover jungle animals all summer long. Reading, games, activities and crafts at Leamington Library at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Ages 7 & up. Register at the library. For more information, phone 519-326-3441.

Destination Jungle at the Ruthven Library, for kids aged 7+, at 1:00 p.m. - go on an adventure to exotic lands, explore tropical rainforests and discover jungle animals all summer long. A great summer of reading, games, activities and crafts. Register at the library. For information, phone 519-326-8758.

SATURDAY, JULY 31:

Wildwood Golf and RV Social Club will hold a craft sale in their recreational hall at 11112-11 Concession Rd. east of Walker Rd, McGregor, Ont., from 9 am - 3 pm. Beautiful handmade crafts i.e. jewelry, metal art, pottery, stained glass, knitted goods and much more will be on sale. Special events will include a bake sale and raffles. A luncheon will be offered starting at 11 am. Free parking, free admission. See you there!

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1:

Wheatley Optimist Club Presents the 7th Annual Wheatley Idol Talent Competition, 12:00 pm at Two Creeks Conservation Area. Pre-registration now open to all ages under 30. There is no entry fee and terrific prizes again this year. Overall Winner will WIN a RECORDING PACKAGE. To avoid disappointment pre-register early. Registration is limited! To register, fill out the online form at www.wheatleyidol.com. For more info., contact organizer Darla Janzen 519-8259897 ext 3.

MONDAY, AUGUST 9:

“Leamington After 5” invites you to dinner at Colasantiʼs Tropical Gardens, August 9 at 6:30 pm. Reservations necessary. Call Darlene at 519-7335595. Special guests: “Whoʼs in the driverʼs seat?” with July Eby, “Travel Tips” with Barbara Leblanc of CAA Travel, and soloist Leah Dewhurst.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 26:

Cribbage Tournament, registration at 9 am, play at 10 am, cost $10 includes lunch and prizes. Held at the Leamington Half Century Centre, 160 Talbot St. E. All welcome. Call 519-326-2521 to register.

MedQuest disaster set for Friday

Don’t be alarmed to see smoke, fire trucks and ambulances at the Leamington Marina on Friday morning, July 23. Mercifully, it won’t be because of Mother Nature this time. Once again it’s Disaster Day for MedQuest.

The medical students have planned a great scenario for this year’s disaster… a car crash with leaking fuel and an explosion. Some campers will play the roles of accident victims, while others will provide medical assistance or be observers.

MedQuest is an experiential camp for high school students, designed to give them an opportunity to discover the many careers available in health sciences. The camp is coordinated by three medical students from the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. This year 23 students from grades 9 and 10 will be participating. Students get to learn how to take blood pressure, suture a wound, and give injections (lots of bananas, oranges and stuffed toys will serve as patients), deliver babies, and see how ultrasound and x‐ray work, etc. Guest speakers will also come in to talk about their professions.

This is the fifth year the local Communities for Physicians committee and the Leamington Hospital Foundation have sponsored MedQuest.

The disaster is expected to get underway at approximately 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 23. The public and the media are welcome to watch the scene unfold. This memorable experience would not be possible without the volunteers from Essex County Emergency Management Services and Leamington Fire Services.

Caprese recipe

This salad is remarkably simple, but impressive in its presentation! Dazzle your friends with this dish as a gourmet starter to a meal.

Makes 4 servings

4 SUNSET® Kumato™ tomatoes

4 medium-size fresh mozzarella balls (the kind that are packed in water), drained well

1 small bunch fresh basil

4 Tbsp purchased balsamic glaze*

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

coarse sea salt & fresh cracked black pepper

Cut each tomato into 4 slices. Cut each mozzarella ball into 3 slices. On individual plates, stack the tomato slices alternating with the mozzarella slices and basil leavesstarting and finishing with a tomato. Reserve extra basil for garnish.

Drizzle each tomato mozzarella stack with 1 Tbsp of the balsamic glaze and a 1/2 Tbsp of extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Garnish with additional basil.

Chef’s Notes: *Balsamic glaze is found in many wellstocked grocery stores and specialty food shops. If you are unable to find it, then you can make it easily. Combine 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 2 Tbsp sugar in a small pan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Reduce heat to low and slowly simmer for 10 to 12 minutes to reduce liquid to about 1/4 cup or a light syrup texture. Watch carefully so as not to over-reduce. Store covered at room temperature until needed.

The Laws return to Two Creeks stage

One of the biggest hits on last year’s summer series calendar will return to the Two Creeks stage July 25.

The husband and wife team of Michele and John Law, who call Wheatley home, have thrilled audiences on three continents with their blend of folk, bluegrass and country music.

John, who was born in Chatham, and Michele, born in Kingston, met at a party for carnies – travelling fair workers – in Delta, Ont., in July 1995 while he was playing in a Crosby Stills Nash and Young cover band hired for the occasion.

It was the beginning of a great collaboration.

With close harmonies that evoke the Everly Brothers, they are frequently referred to as “the greatest duo out of Canada since Ian and Sylvia”.

In 2007, they became the first Canadians to win the Chris Austin Songwriting contest. They then secured a writing deal in Nashville, and have been featured on CMT and Entertainment Tonight Canada.

In addition, they were named “rising stars” on the PBS special “Legends and Lyrics”, joining such greats as Kris Kristofferson, John Hiatt, Patty Griffin and Jimmy Webb. They’re well on their way to completing a sixth album, co-written with some of the best songwriters Canada and Nashville have to offer.

And they’re working on a second cookbook of healthy gourmet recipes and regularly hold workshops, with an eye to hosting their own cooking show.

For more on The Laws – both their cooking and their music – visit their website at www.thelaws.ca

The Two Creeks concerts, held Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on the Weil Stage in the natural amphitheatre at the conservation area just north of Wheatley on Kent Road 1, continue throughout the summer.

Admission is free, but the hat is passed to defray the expense of bringing in performers and to continue the volunteer work necessary to maintain the site. Refreshments are available from Wheatley Scouting.

Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the atmosphere. In case of inclement weather, the concerts are held under the pavilion. You can also bring used household batteries for recycling.

For more information, visit www.twocreeks.ca, e-mail info@twocreeks.ca or call 519-324-6988.

4-H Sewing Club works on bear project

By Jennifer Scherer

On Monday, July 12 the 4-H Sewing Club met at the Harrow Agricultural Building for their seventh meeting. We held the business meeting, said the 4-H Pledge and listened to the secretary’s report.

We then worked on our sewing project, putting a nose and a mouth on the bears we are making. It took some trial and error to get the perfect nose and smiles on our bears. Some members are also shaving some of the bear’s fur to give them some interesting facial features. They are beginning to show all of their individual personalities with the facial features we have bestowed upon them, becoming a very fuzzy group of unique bears.

Karen then did a demonstration showing us all how to put the joints in our bears so that some of us could continue to move ahead. We have to put a joint in the arms and legs, as well as the neck. After we put the joints in, we will stuff our bears, then sew up the openings and then we are finished. We will continue to work on putting our bears together at our next meeting at the Harrow Agricultural Building at 6:00 p.m. on July 26. We are asked to have all of our bear parts sewn and ready to be assembled.

#1 rank table tennis player practising

in Leamington

Clément Peltret, 21 years, of Besancon, France, recently arrived in Windsor to meet up with his girlfriend, Nicole Thivierge, formerly of Harrow and now living in Windsor and attending the U. of W. Clément, currently in his third year at the University of Besancon, is the #1 ranked university player in table tennis and has been offered scholarships from all the major universities in France. He will be visiting in the area for two months, so he and Nicole called around to see where table tennis is being played. They found out that the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex is the only place in Windsor-Essex that offers a regular schedule of table tennis play.

Clément visited the Complex and was happy to see that there are 8-10 people who show up each morning for round robin play, so through his interpreter – girlfriend Nicole – said he’d be back for some exercise and fun competition.

Clément has a very interesting serve. He throws the ball five feet in the air, then serves it close from his body with his elbow tucked in tight so that his opponent doesn’t even see when the ball is released or what direction it’s being aimed –obviously the reason he’s ranked #1.

The Complex members who come to play table tennis on a regular basis were good sports as they tried to match Clément’s unique style. They look forward to the challenge that he’ll offer them throughout the summer.

Girls slo-pitch tournament this weekend

Forty-three area girls’ slo-pitch teams will visit Leamington on the weekend to compete for the Interlock Girls SloPitch Championship. Leamington District Minor Baseball Association (LDMBA) will host the annual tournament. “Over 600 girls will compete,” says Linda Sleiman, LDMBA vice-president. “Each year the tournament gets bigger; these are very positive signs for girls sports.” Teams from Amherstburg, Essex, Harrow, Kingsville and Leamington will battle for top spot in three different age groups – Junior, Intermediate and Senior.

Games begin Friday at 5:30 p.m. and continue all day Saturday with the championships being decided on Sunday afternoon.

Erie Shores 18-hole ladies golf results

The Erie Shores 18-hole ladies golf league played RCGA, 222’s on Tuesday, July 13. Winners were: Flight A – Deb Dunmore; Flight B – Lisa Sawatsky and Mary Wilson; Flight C – Mary Hrynewich; Flight D – Lynda McAnally.

Chip-ins: Tym Brannagan (#2), Mary Jean Paulin (#12), Jeanne Manners (#12), Mary Wilson (#4 and #15), Dorothyn Mastronardi (#16), Essie Gulliver (#13), Lynda McAnally (#1), Anne Dick (#7) and Gwen Tonary (#7 and #15).

Summer Specials

New environmentally green service centres with fuel, washrooms and a convenience store are now ready at Tilbury North and South on Highway 401.

Wheatley ball hockey action

The Wheatley Ladies Ball Hockey league wrapped up its season on Monday, July 19 (results to come next week).

This was the first year the league has run in approximately 20 years and has been a fun and competitive league with four teams playing every Monday night at the Wheatley Arena.

On June 28 Hair Biz defeated Dries Potatoes 5-1. Hair Biz goals were scored by Melissa Sallman with 2 and single markers to Amy Bell, Traci Brown and Christine Omstead. Julie Reaume netted the lone Dries goal.

Johnston Electric was the 2-0 winner over The Wheatley Journal. Goal scorers were Sue Ricci and Vickie Wenzler. Laura Epp, the Journal’s goalie, came up with some big saves, and perhaps the “save of the year”, but couldn’t stop the first-place Johnston girls.

On July 5 The Journal team redeemed themselves with a 5-1 win over Hair Biz. Scoring for The Journal was Laura Epp with 2 (she’s a multi-talented player), and singles to Christine Hopper, Cindy Osadzuk and Noelle Resendes. The lone Hair Biz goal went to Christine Omstead.

“The redevelopment of the Tilbury North and Tilbury South centres will provide travelers with services that will enhance the way they see and visit Ontario,” said MPP Pat Hoy. “The new facilities are currently offering fuel, washrooms, parking and a convenience store. Quick service dining options will be available in September.”

Once fully operational, the dining options at the Tilbury centres will include Tim Hortons, Burger King, The Market and a Canadian Tire convenience store. The Tilbury South service centre will also feature a staffed tourism centre, which will provide motorists with Ontario travel information.

To date, the construction of these two service centres have sustained or created approximately 100 jobs. Additionally, approximately 350 jobs will be created across Ontario when the first seven revitalized service centres fully open this fall.

“In the coming months, motorists and tourists can look forward to improved roadside services and facilities, which will help guide them to various sites and communities in Ontario. Investing in our highway infrastructure will create jobs and is a part of our Open Ontario plan,” said Transportation Minister Kathleen Wynne.

The province plans to invest over $32 billion in infrastructure to strengthen the economy. This is creating and sustaining over 300,000 jobs.

The new service centres will be constructed to LEED Silver (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification standards – a respected green building rating system.

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NEW Cardio Kick Boxing Class taught by university student Blair Makey is geared to all you young energetic types. For a rigorous workout come tone, shape and sculpt your body all summer long on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

Jumpstart July Day Camp offers one (1) free day of Summer Day Camp per child in the month of July for those children who fall within the qualification criteria of the Canada Child Tax Benefit. Proper Canada Revenue Agency forms must be submitted. Registration takes place Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. only, at the Complex Community Services office.

Pathway to Potential benefit supplement programs available to eligible lowincome youth and eligible low-income seniors. Proper Canada Revenue Agency forms must be submitted. Registration takes place Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. only, at the Complex Community Services office.

Summer Day Camp for kids age 4-7 and 8-12. A different theme each week to keep the kids amused and coming back for more! Lunch available to purchase. Choose an elective for part of the day! Swimming, skating, crafts and games galore! Next weekʼs theme is Surfʼs Up! – a camp favorite with all sorts of water fun, water balloons and water safety. It all adds up to one refreshing wild, wet week!

The second game of the evening saw Johnston Electric keep their winning streak alive with a win over Dries Potatoes 5-1. Sue Ricci had the hattrick for Johnston’s, with single goals to Margot Gillespie and Lisa Brouwer (Derb). July 12 was a big night for Dries Potatoes as they came up with a big victory winning their first game of the season by defeating The Journal 3-0! Elsie Leili had the hattrick for Dries.

Johnston Electric beat Hair Biz 7-2 in their match.

Angele Stammler had the hattrick for Johnston’s, Sue Ricci netted 2, and single goals were credited to Margot Gillespie and Vickie Wenzler. Amy Bell netted the 2 goals for Hair Biz.

Summer Swimming Lessons offered daily for 2 weeks throughout the summer. There are still openings to register. Evening lessons once a week and weekend lessons. Teach your children to be Water Smart for a lifetime!

Swim-tastic Summer Fun every weekday afternoon from 3-5 pm till September 1st. “Within Armʼs Reach” policy applies. Stay cool and refreshed in the Complex pool!

Summer Splash Pass: $40 allows children 13 and under unlimited swimming at any Open and or Family swim through till September 5. “Within Armʼs Reach” policy applies.

Leadership Adventure Camp for youth ages 12-15 years runs Aug. 23-27: $140 Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Register in advance. Learn all about leadership qualities and what it takes to be a good leader and take part in all kinds of fun fitness activities and adventures. Swimming every day, an outdoor getaway to Gesstwood camp for the rope climbing course, biking to go golfing and go-karting, working with the Summer Day Camp kids at the Complex, a movie outing, and taking part in all sorts of great sports like racquetball, badminton, etc. Register your youth now for this Unique Leadership Adventure!

On Monday, July 19 the Championship night featured the gold medal game at 7:30 p.m. with first place Johnston Electric playing second place Wheatley Journal. The bronze medal match started the evening at 6:30 p.m. and featured third place Hair Biz and fourth place Dries Potaoes. Awards and presentations took place at the Palace following the championship game.

Watch next week’s paper for photos and results.

Meet Justin Latam

Justin Latam is 24 years old, and was born, raised and rooted in Leamington. He started music lessons at Dale’s Music Room when he was 9 years old and took lessons for 2 years. He played guitar in the LDSS Senior Jazz Band, embarking on a musical path of selfdiscovery. He has been performing as a singer/songwriter for 4 years. Justin writes original music and lyrics. He is a part-time working musician, and also teaches guitar at The Music Room in Leamington.

Type of music: Justin describes his music as pop/folk/ rock/jazz acoustic centered music.

Venues: The Waterfront, Freddie’s Park Stop, Gilligan’s, Last Friday Coffee House, Arts @ the Marina, Tomato Festival, Sunparlor Home, Vernon’s in Kingsville, and fundraising concerts, “but mostly in my imagination.”

Most interesting place played: Justin gets his most enjoyment when he plays his music for children and seniors’ shows because of their natural ability to feel the music, which allows the music to flow free.

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Summer is heating up at Point Pelee National Park

Summer is here and what better time to visit Point Pelee National Park. Join a daily program, rent a canoe or bicycle, spend the afternoon playing on the sandy, shallow beaches, walk one of the trails, or have a relaxing picnic with friends and family. The park has something for everyone.

The summer programs continue until Labour Day, September 6, and are free with park admission unless otherwise noted at the park.

• 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. – Creature Feature at the Visitor Centre. From the comfort of the theatre, touch a snake or see a lizard.

• 12:30 p.m. – Feeding Time at the Marsh Boardwalk. Help feed the fish and “scoop” new insects for the Bug Bowl.

• 1:30 p.m. – Freighter Canoe Tour at the Marsh. Paddle through the marsh with a park interpreter in a 10-person canoe. $7.50 ticket price includes all equipment.

• 3:20 p.m. – Tip Hike. Catch the shuttle from the Visitor Centre and take a guided walk to the most southern point of mainland Canada.

Point Pelee National Park is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.

Any brush with fame: Justin has 4 young children – Jordan (10), Jamie (8), Joelly (5) and Joon (5 months). They have grown up hearing Justin singing Beatles songs and one day he played a CD of the Beatles music and Joelly said, “Hey, they are playing your song!” Also, Justin’s original songs have been played on the Indie Show on 96.7 CHYR on Sundays at noon.

Most significant gig: Justin had his CD release party at the Leamington Arts Centre. He was joined by his brother Travis on hand drum, father Rick on acoustic guitar, Richard Driedger on piano/clarinet, and Jordan Konopasky on violin.

CDs to date: Cowmunication (2006), Justin Latam (solo) (2007), Justin Latam (full band) (2008), Sacred Yes (2010 fall release), Interpretations: the Songs of Dale Butler (2010 fall

release).

Future plans: In 5 years Justin would like to work with other musicians on collaboration of musical ideas and performance... and he would like to be nominated for a Juno award... and he would like to have other musicians record and perform his music…

If you could play with anyone, who would it be?: Leonard Cohen, Bob Marley, John Lennon, Raffi, Joni Mitchell, George Harrison, Elton John.

Time spent rehearsing: Justin is writing and arranging song ideas every chance he gets. He averages 4 hours practice a week on the guitar. He says that he always has song ideas in his heart and some spill onto the page and become songs.

Where you can hear him play: Check out The Waterfront and other local restaurants that feature local talent.

at Blessed Sacrament Parish Wheatley. Following a Mediterranean cruise the couple resides in Leamington.

Fun, friendly soccer match

By Fred Groves

The World Cup may be over but many local Mexican soccer enthusiasts were enjoying their favorite sport, along with a North American pastime on Sunday afternoon.

Hosted by Leamington’s Migrant Worker Community Program (MWCP), Mexican migrant workers took on the Leamington Police Services in a game of baseball at the Kinsmen ball diamond followed by a game of soccer at the Roma Club.

Sponsored by Western Union and 92.7, the event, that also included entertainment and a barbecue, was supported by the Ontario Vegetable Greenhouse Growers.

“The Leamington Police Services decided to play some games with the migrant workers,” explained MWCP manager Arturo Gutierrez on how the day got started. Leamington Police Services Constable Kevin O’Neil, who is instrumental in organizing many community events, arranged for local police officers to play in the friendly competition.

Gutierrez said that while soccer is widely played in Mexico, baseball is only known in some parts of the country; however, many of the migrant workers have taken up the game while working and living in the Leamington area.

“We started with 5 players and now we have 40. They practice every Sunday.”

Against the police team, the migrant workers fielded a team of those who have adapted to the game and who continue to get better each week.

“They play baseball (in Mexico) but only on the Pacific Ocean coast. They know the sport and that is why they wanted to play this game,” said Gutierrez.

The Migrant Worker Community Program started in 2002 and in 2008 received a threeyear operational grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation. The program has two employees and offers such programs as bike safety, day trips, a bilingual newsletter, and the Latin Hour on 92.7. The program strives to create a positive balance to life offering cultural, social and recreational opportunities.

“It is very important,” said Gutierrez of the services that the MWCP provides. “We are making those cultural reaches between the community and the migrant workers.”

He noted that there will be an information fair on Sunday, July 25 at the Leamington Legion and there will be representatives from several organizations including the hospital, health unit, Mexican consulate and financial services.

There are 3,500 Mexican migrant workers in the area along with up to 500 Jamaican and Caribbean workers. They come to Leamington in February and return home in November.

Rookies drop contest to Riverside

The Leamington Metro Rookie Lakers faced Riverside on Tuesday evening, falling short by an 8-4 score. The low scoring contest included a number of strong defensive plays by both teams.

Eric Willan’s three hits paced the Lakers. Willan stroked a single, double and triple. Adam Jeffery and Jonathan Fehr had two hits each, while Colin Wall, Eric Dominguez and Adam Neufeld added single tallies.

4-H Horse Interest Club

By Melanie Asselin

The 4-H Horse Interest Club had their most recent meeting at Pleasant Oaks farm on Thursday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m.

We started with a delicious barbecue, which everyone seemed to enjoy! We then got down to business and were assigned our horses. Our options were Chuckie, Rooster, Merrylegs, Little Mama, Tiny Tim and Beauty. Once we had our horses, we practiced respect and ground manners. We also practiced leading the horse and then backing up. After this we had some fun by practicing showmanship rules. We then went in and groomed the horses. Once the horses were half asleep and squeaky clean, we all played with the adorable kittens at the barn. Nobody wanted to go home!

Pelee Island Transportation Needs Study

Ferry and air transportation services to Pelee Island support local business, permanent and seasonal residents and local agricultural and tourism/recreational markets.

The Pelee Island Transportation Needs Study is being undertaken by the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) to develop a sustainable transportation plan for Pelee Island, including passenger and cargo capacity, service frequency and scheduling, marine and air port facilities and passenger amenities for the horizon years of 2013, 2025 and 2035. The objectives of the study are to:

• Examine current operational characteristics in the existing Pelee Island Ferry Service and determine the future transportation access needs of Pelee Island

• Consider short-term and long-term transportation needs including the potential need to replace the MV Pelee Islander

• Identify opportunities to alleviate concerns regarding existing and future capacity constraints to the present ferry and air services

In consultation with the Township of Pelee, the public, local municipalities and government agencies, transportation service alternatives will be generated and evaluated based on a range of technical and environmental factors. The project outcome will be a sustainable transportation plan for services linking Pelee Island to mainland Ontario.

Three public information sessions were held July 15,16 and 17 in Leamington, Kingsville and on Pelee Island.

The Study looked at characteristics and trends of travel

to and from Pelee Island. Areas of study included: condition and operability of ferries, ports, aircraft and airports; service timing, frequency and reliability; Pelee Island tour-

ism; transportation problems and opportunities; alternatives currently under consideration; and proposed approach for evaluation of alternatives.

FRIDAY, JULY 23

• Sidewalk Sales throughout the town

• Entertainment and dancing will be held on stage at the main intersection of town

• Food and refreshments available

• Car Show from 4 - 8 pm

SATURDAY, JULY 24

• Sidewalk Sales continue

• Annual Pet Parade

CHAP Session

The CHAP (Cardiovascular Health Awareness Program) held a Blood Pressure Measurement Session at Erie Glen Manor Retirement Residence on Friday, July 16. Gemma Bowman, CHAP Coordinator, and several trained volunteers measured participants’ blood pressure and completed a heart and stroke risk profile. Pictured here, Gemma Bowman checks on Margaritha Renggli while Gwen Irwin looks on in the background. (Sun Photo)

Leamington Council Briefs

Meadowbrook Services Assumed

Municipal Municipal Correspondent Correspondent

When a subdivision is developed, it is the job of the developer to install waterlines, sewers and roads as a cost to be passed onto the purchasers of the properties. When these services have been installed to the satisfaction of the town’s engineers, the town then assumes them, and their ownership and maintenance become the town’s responsibility.

That is what happened Monday, when council voted to assume the Meadowbrook Subdivision Phase 2 services. Anfred Street and Goslin Court and the municipal utilities that service the homes along them are now in the town’s capable hands.

Mersea Road 12 Upgrade

Starting at County Road 8, the boundary between Leamington and Lakeshore, Mersea Road 12 is going to be paved. $160,000 will be spent on construction, engineering and materials testing to begin paving this gravel road to at least Mersea Road 11, and hopefully beyond. When the tenders came in to do the work (1.2 km of new gravel, compaction and slurry treatment), the low bid by Shepley Road Maintenance was approximately $128,000, so administration has recommended to council that Shepley be contracted to simply continue the work south (at the same price, of course) until the budgeted amount is used up. This makes sense, since the long-term policy of council is to eliminate gravel roads in the municipality, and the estimate in 2009 to achieve this goal was $1.4 million.

Rehab Returning to Rec Complex

Leamington council has voted in favour of administration’s recommendation to enter into a lease agreement with Pinnacle Rehabilitation to occupy the second floor space previously used by Leamington District Memorial Hospital and CBI for physiotherapy. After about $15,000 in repairs and upgrades to the space are complete, Pinnacle will be offering physiotherapy and rehabilitation services.

Tree Sculpture Legacy Project Proposed

Amanda Smith, Leamington’s Manager of Culture and Recreation Services, has successfully proposed a public art project to Town Council. The idea is to have suitable tree trunks (and possibly logs) in Seacliff Park carved into art pieces as a memorial to the many trees lost in the June 6th tornado. The hope is to apply to the Pepsi Refresh Project for funding. It is a Canada-wide on-line voting competition to award funds to projects that ‘refresh’ communities. If the project is accepted, voting would take place on the Pepsi website from the beginning of September to the end of October, and if enough votes support the idea, Pepsi will provide money for it.

As a component of the project, the South Essex Arts Association and the Windsor Woodcarving Museum have been contacted for help and support. Town Council was assured that if funding was not found, the project would not go ahead. Councillor Herb Enns suggested that chainsaw companies be contacted to see if they would consider supporting the project.

Note: Staff at the Southpoint Sun would like to convey their best wishes to Counsellor Bill Derbyshire for a speedy recovery.

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Approximately 300 kids cast lines in Wheatley Kids Fishing Derby

Derby results

There were approximately 300 entrants as well as 100 parents and volunteers in attendance at the Southwest Outdoors Club Kids Fishing Derby held Sat. July 10 at Wheatley Harbour.

The winner in each age division got a trophy for their catch. The top 3 in each division received a rod and reel.

DERBY WINNERS

8 & Under

1st – Victoria Lamb – 55.7 cm carp.

2nd – Nicholas Baeini – 44.3 cm sheepshead.

3rd – Nicole Klassen – 32.5 cm bullhead.

9-12 Years

1st – Seth Barnwell – 26.5 cm carp.

2nd – Mitchell Baldwin – 25.2 cm white bass.

3rd – Cameron Richmond – 23.3 cm bullhead.

13 & Over

1st – Tyler Duquette – 16.3 cm white bass.

2nd – Cody Snyder – 14.9 cm yellow perch.

3rd – Jon Altenhof – 11.3 goby.

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Town CAO Bill Marck updated Leamington Council on the Tornado Relief Fund. As of Monday, $58,283 has been paid out to help people who have made claim applications to the fund. He pointed out that a total of 127 claims had been received as of last Friday and the money distributed so far represents 41 claims settled.