Southpoint Sun June 16, 2010

Feds deliver $2M commitment to repair Leamington Marina

The Leamington Municipal Marina will have much to celebrate at this year’s 25th anniversary celebration. Despite being hit hard by the June 6th F2 tornado, Leamington Marina could be christening its new docks, piers, playground and accessories, thanks to a $2 million pledge from the federal government. The announcement was made on Friday, June 11 by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), and Dave Van Kesteren, Member of Parliament for ChathamKent-Essex, at the Leamington Municipal Marina.

“Our government is committed to keeping the economic recovery in southern Ontario strong and to supporting the people, communities and businesses of this region,” said Minister Goodyear. “This project will create jobs now and help ensure that the families and businesses of Leamington continue to thrive and prosper into the future.” The announcement came just 48 hours after Goodyear was in Leamington on Wednesday to survey the damage.

“I’m pleased that our government is providing additional support to this community, when it is needed the most,” said MP Van Kesteren. “This additional funding will ensure we can quickly rebuild this marina, an essential part of Leamington’s infrastructure.”

Leamington Mayor John Adams expressed his

gratitude and surprise at the quick response from the federal government. “When they came to take a look at the damage we didn’t expect them to come with a cheque in hand then and we really didn’t expect them to come with a cheque today, so soon after,” said Adams. Goodyear announced that the federal government will fund up to $2 million towards the repairs. This is 100 per cent funding that the municipality does not have to repay.

Work was expected to start at the Marina over the weekend pulling out docks. Marina Manager Ronan Oliver estimated that it would take one month to build the docks and pier and another month to install. “We won’t miss our entire boating season,” he said.

On April 9, 2010, the government announced a contribution of $325,000 from FedDev Ontario to replace one of the docks at the Leamington Marina. With an additional investment of up to $2 million, the marina will be able to repair and replace more docks and other critical infrastructure damaged by the recent tornado.

The aim of this investment is to help protect the economic recovery underway in the region, enhance the tourism industry, and create jobs.

“Today’s announcement is a major step in helping Leamington rebuild its infrastructure,” said Leamington Mayor John Adams. “This funding will be used to rebuild our marina facility, and will create needed jobs for those in the construction, electrical and tourism industries.”

This project will be funded under the Community Adjustment Fund in southern Ontario, which is creating immediate employment opportunities and supporting the local economies that have been struggling with the effects of the global economic downturn. Approved projects must meet the terms and conditions set out in their contribution agreements.

FedDev Ontario was created as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan to support economic and community development, innovation, and economic diversification, with contributions to communities, businesses and nonprofit organizations in southern Ontario. To learn more about FedDev Ontario and the Community Adjustment Fund in southern Ontario, please visit the website at www. feddevontario.gc.ca, or call 1-866-593-5505. For additional information on Canada’s Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

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Rotary supporting Fire Department

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Next time you see Leamington Fire Services rescue truck, take a look at the back of it and you will see a Rotary Club crest on the window. Why? Because the Rotary Club saw the need for the Fire Services to have much-needed equipment to help save lives, so they purchased it to assist the firefighters in doing their job safer and better.

Deputy Chief Chuck Parsons and incoming President of Leamington Rotary Jim Samson checked out the equipment purchased by Rotary such as a thermal imaging camera to help firefighters detect fire in ceilings and walls, and auto extrication equipment – sometimes called the Jaws of Life – to help free people who are trapped in a vehicle following an accident. They also discussed future purchases to further assist the firefighters with their work.

The Leamington Rotary Club is a public service club that assists many local projects and charities, as well as assisting worldwide when help is needed. They assist with such things as the eradication of polio, rebuilding schools after earthquakes, and providing water filters for countries that do not have clean water to drink.

Although they are best known for exchange visits to and from other countries, which helps young people learn how others live in countries around the world, their scope is far-reaching to make the world a better place to live.

Police investigate fatal motor vehicle accident

Leamington Police are investigating a singlevehicle accident that claimed the life of a Wheatley man Sunday night, June 13. At approximately 9:35 p.m., a 1999 Ford pickup being driven by Heinrich Rempel, 50 years of age, from Wheatley, lost control on a curved section of County Road 34 near 735 and rolled. Rempel, who was the only occupant of the vehicle, was ejected from the pickup and pronounced dead at the scene.

Police are still investigating at this time and have yet to determine what caused the vehicle to roll.

Leamington Mennonite Community Festival

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THURSDAY, JUNE 17:

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

Watoto Children's Choir from Africa will be performing at St. John Vianney Church, 385 Dieppe St., Windsor at 7:00 pm. Free of charge, offerings will be accepted, merchandise for sale.

"Dynamo Dads" - stories, games and crafts to celebrate dads at Tecumseh Library, 13675 St. Gregory's Rd. Ages 4-6. Register at the library - 519-735-3670, www.essexcountylibrary.ca.

FRIDAY, JUNE 18:

Youth Games Night. An event hosted by the Talbot Trail Theatre Company, Wheatley Baptist Church, 47 Talbot St. E., 5 - 9 PM. Boys and girls aged 10-15 will have a blast! $15 per child. We'll enjoy a night of great food and good clean fun! Reservations strongly suggested by calling (519) 825-7433.

Wheatley United Church Strawberry Social Smorgasbord, between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Adults $12.50, children 6-12 $6 and children 5 and under free. For tickets contact Sue at 519-825-4392 or Cheryl at 519-825-9194.

Leamington "Hottest Tomato" Competition returns for its 4th year, taking place at the Leamington Fair, at the Fairgrounds on Erie Street North. Commercial greenhouse operators and marketers compete by entering their finest produce into the competitions. Judges evaluate the produce based on a long list of criteria and each commodity earns a score. The commodity with the highest score for each category wins that category, and then one overall winner is selected with the highest overall score. Once the judging component is completed, the general public gets the opportunity to taste-test and vote on their favourite variety for the People's Choice Award. Two new categories have been added this year - “Coolest Cucumber” and “Perfect Pepper”. The Greenhouse Farmers Market will be open all weekend, as long as supplies last. This produce is donated by the contestants to be sold by REACH International as an additional fundraiser, to help severely impoverished children in Uganda, Africa. For more information call 9682612 or visit www.hottesttomato.com.

Giant yard/bake sale and car wash, at Meadowbrook Fellowship Church, 219 Talbot St. E., Leamington, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds will go towards a youth missions trip this summer.

Leamington Fair at the Leamington Fairgrounds, Hwy. 77 North. Events include: Opening Ceremonies at 6:00 p.m., Live Harness Racing at 7:00 p.m. All weekend long - Carter Shows Midway, homecrafts and culinary arts, school exhibits and 4H displays, Vendors Alley, petting zoo, poultry and livestock displays, chicks hatching, antique tractor display and outdoor farm machinery displays. Admission is $5 for adults, children 12 and under are free. For more information visit the website at www.theleamingtonfair.com.

SATURDAY, JUNE 19:

Giovanniʼs, featuring the best pasta supper in town, at St. Johnʼs Anglican Church, 60 Erie St. N., Leamington. For one night only, 5 pm - 8 pm. Delicious penne, bread and salad, delectable strawberry shortcake for dessert, coffee & tea. Adults $10, dads with children eat free! Children 5-12 $5, children under 5 free. For tickets call 326-3111 or 326-4042 or at the door.

Leamington Fair at the Leamington Fairgrounds, Hwy. 77 North. Events include: SOTC Horse Show at 9:00 a.m.; Sheep Show & Pet Show at 10:00 a.m.; 20 Bicycle Giveaway, Hottest Tomato Competition and Edge-Motorsports Extreme Motor Madness at 12:00 noon; Western Ontario Outlaws Lawnmower Racing at 2:00 p.m.; Annual Lyndy Wiper Antique Tractor Parade at 7:00 p.m.; Edge-Motorsports Extreme Motor Madness at 7:30 p.m. All weekend long - Carter Shows Midway, homecrafts and culinary arts, school

exhibits and 4H displays, Vendors Alley, petting zoo, poultry and livestock displays, chicks hatching, antique tractor display and outdoor farm machinery displays. Admission is $5 for adults, children 12 and under are free. For more information visit the website at www.theleamingtonfair.com.

Treasure Hunting Flea Market, rain or shine at Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village, 6155 Arner Townline, Kingsville. 9 am until 5 pm. Admission is $3 per adult, under 12 free. Free parking, food & refreshments available. Vendors always welcome, call ahead for availability, 519-776-6909. Coffee House from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. at Lil's Coffee Corner, 4 Main St W., Kingsville. Entertainment"Gone Wrong". Admission $5 includes doorprize ticket. Proceeds to Kittenaide. For information, please call 519-324-2729.

SUNDAY, JUNE 20:

Leamington Fair at the Leamington Fairgrounds, Hwy. 77 North. Events include: Annual Lyndy Wiper Antique Tractor Parade at 12:00 noon; Bonus Draw for 20 Bicycles(tickets for this draw available at gates only) and Dad Calling Contest also at 12:00 noon; Demolition Derby at 1:00 p.m. All weekend longCarter Shows Midway, homecrafts and culinary arts, school exhibits and 4H displays, Vendors Alley, petting zoo, poultry and livestock displays, chicks hatching, antique tractor display and outdoor farm machinery displays. Admission is $5 for adults, children 12 and under are free. For more information visit the website at www.theleamingtonfair.com.

Father's Day Breakfast Buffet at Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village, 6155 Arner Townline, Essex, from 8 am-2 pm. $10 for adults, $5 for children aged 5-12, under 4 free. Taxes included.

MONDAY, JUNE 21& 28:

Free high blood pressure clinic. A research study by McMaster University has identified Leamington as a target area for a hypertension (high blood pressure) clinic. Monday, June 21 and June 28, Leamington Medical Pharmacy will be hosting a clinic free of charge from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. A trained person will take your blood pressure, average out your readings, and let your doctor and pharmacist know your results. It is important to identify risk factors that might be causing hypertension in order to start an action plan immediately. Hypertension is a silent killer. Donʼt let it creep up on you!

MONDAY, JUNE 21:

The largest annual summer tradition in Detroit and Windsor – the Target Fireworks – will take place at approximately 10 p.m. The Target Fireworks, choreographed by Zambelli Fireworks Internationale, is one of the most spectacular & largest fireworks displays in the world with more than 10,000 pyrotechnic effects lighting up the international skyline over the Detroit River. 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.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23:

Tilbury Town and Country, 18 Canal St. E. OEYC Presents: “Meet Me Under the Reading Tree!” Join us under the “Reading Tree” for summer fun, outdoor play and literacy activities. Time: 10:00 - 12:00. No Childcare. Adult & Child. No Registration.

SATURDAY, JUNE 26:

The Essex County Purple Martin Association will meet at the home of John and Barbara Balga, 267 Irwin Ave., Essex, Ont. at 9 a.m.  The public is welcome. Please bring your own lawn chairs.  Phone 519-7765777 for further information.

Leamington Mersea Historical Society monthly meeting at 12 pm, Historical Museaum, 121 Cty. Rd. 14 (con.9), Albuna. Pack a lunch and come join us.

Bike Train comes to Pelee

The Bike Train Initiative introduces bike racks onboard select passenger rail trains to destinations across Ontario, making cycling holidays easy and accessible.

Originally developed by Toronto cyclist Justin Lafontaine and launched in partnership with VIA Rail Canada between Toronto and Niagara in 2007, the Bike Train has proven to be a fun, economic and environmentally friendly way to enjoy a cycling getaway. Getting to the destination is made easy as passengers travel in comfort while their bicycles are safely secured in a baggage car with bike racks. In 2008 the Bike Train Initiative won two Ontario Tourism Awards. Knowledgeable Bike Train staff are available onboard to provide cycling maps and useful information. Passengers join a community of travellers who are happy to share stories and anecdotes about their trip during the train journey.

This summer the Bike Train will connect Toronto with destinations across Ontario, providing cyclists of all abilities easy access to the Greenbelt, wine and culinary regions, northern lakes and forests, off-the-beaten-path towns and villages, world-renowned natural and historical sites, and thousands of kilometres of recreational trails and on-road cycling routes.

This year there is a Windsor/Essex weekend starting Thursday, June 17 - Sunday, June 20. A “Picnic at the Point” at Point Pelee National Park is planned for Friday, June 18. Cyclists are expected to arrive at Leamington Pelee Days Inn at approximately 4:15 p.m. on Friday. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. and the meet up is at the White Pine Shelter within Point Pelee National Park.

Habitat restoration at Point Pelee National Park

Point Pelee National Park reopened Thursday, June 10 after being closed since the June 6 windstorm. Parks Canada staff have cleared damaged trees from the roads and trails. Staff and management apologize for any inconvenience the closure may have caused.

Parks Canada is initiating a habitat restoration project at Point Pelee National Park to begin the process of restoring the globally rare Lake Erie Sand Spit Savannah, which sustains 25% of the species at risk found at Point Pelee. This project will increase opportunities for visitors to enjoy the natural diversity of Carolinian plants and wildlife associated with Canada’s southern-most natural park.

Planting of native species took place Saturday, June 12 with another planting day set for Thursday, June 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Parks Canada is looking for individuals and groups interested in volunteering to participate in this and future restoration efforts over the next four years.

If you are interested in lending a helping hand for habitats at Point Pelee, please contact the park at 519-322-2365 ext. 229 or peleeinfo@pc.gc.ca.

Music Moves MUSICAL CAMP

Is offering a fun and fully interactive camp including: Vocal, Instrumental, Drama, Dancing and Drumming

children ages 6-12 From Aug 23-27or Aug 30- Sept 3 To register, please call 519-890-7463 Join Erin for the week or any day from 8 am to 5 pm

Leamington Applying for Disaster Relief

At Monday’s Town Council meeting, members of council received information about how to apply to the Province for Disaster Relief funding. The emergency that was declared by council after the June 6th storm is separate and distinct from having the disaster recognized provincially and thus becoming eligible for financial help. The Ontario Disaster Relief Assistance Program (ODRAP) comes into play only after the municipality applies to the Minister of Municipal Affairs formally identifying the type of disaster and applying for assistance for both the public and private sector.

In his presentation to Council, CAO Bill Marck stressed that ODRAP is not a substitute for insurance and does not provide full cost recovery. For the municipality, up to 100% of uninsured municipal costs can be funded. This includes the cost of (for example) food and water for relief workers, equipment rental costs, clearing and removal of debris, overtime for employees working on the disaster relief, and extra security costs. It might even be possible to repay neighbouring municipalities their costs for coming to Leamington’s aid, costs which they would not have budgeted.

For the private sector, payments for the damage are only for the “necessities of life”, and once the Minister declares the area a disaster zone the municipality must establish a disaster relief committee to raise funds that the Province would match on a 2:1 basis. This money would then be distributed by the committee to cover up to 90% of claims. Eligible examples include repair or replacement of a principal residence, farm building or business, replacement of essentials such as stove, refrigerator, furnace, or clothes washer and dryer, replacement of tools used for one’s livelihood, and replacement or repair of churches, cemeteries, and other non-profit facilities. The funding would not cover losses covered by insurance (including deductible), losses of secondary residences like cottages, landscaping, recreational vehicles, loss of wages, or other losses recoverable by law

Mr. Marck acknowledged that it is impossible to know, as yet, the magnitude of the need in the private sector, but recommended council apply for both public and private assistance within the fourteen day timeframe available to make the application, and to begin considering possible citizens to serve on a disaster relief committee while awaiting the minister’s decision.

In a survey town staff undertook on Saturday, June 12, of 191 properties surveyed, 140 were damaged but insured, 50 either received no damage or the cost of repairs was less than their deductable so no insurance claim would be made. One property received damage to a vehicle that was not insured.

In speaking with OMAFRA and Agricorp Insurance representatives, administration learned that approximately 12.5 acres of damage occurred in the greenhouse vegetable area and about 10 acres of field crops were destroyed, although not all areas have been fully inspected yet and the area could still grow.

Athletes to invade Leamington this weekend

The Leamington Triathlon Weekend is coming June 19th and 20th. Competitors from all over will be trying their hand at a variety of events designed for every skill level.

On Saturday morning the Kids of Steel triathlon for youth up to age 16 will be held in and around the Kinsmen Sports Complex, along with the Try-a-tri for adults new to the sport. The route to be followed as they cycle and run begins and ends in the sports complex parking lot, following Ellison Ave. west, Nicholas St. north, Oak St. east, and Sherk St. south. (Needless to say it would be wise to avoid this area as you do your Saturday morning errands.) Pylons will mark the route and police and race organizers will be on hand to direct competitors and ease any traffic problems.

The Tomatoman Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon will be held Sunday beginning and ending at the Waterfront Festival Promenade at the foot of Erie St. Sunday morning the cyclists will leave the Transition Area at the foot of Erie Street and proceed east on Robson Road to turn left at the corner of Cherry Lane and Robson Road and north to Seacliff Drive. They will turn east onto Seacliff Drive and continue east past the Bevel Line on Seacliff Drive past Road 12 . They will turn south on Mersea Rd. 19 to 700m beyond Mersea Road B where they will turn around. They will retrace the route completely, finishing at the Transition Area at the foot of Erie Street. It is expected this portion of the race will be completed by 10 a.m. Runners will be following a route along Robson Road from the marina to Cherokee Lane.

Because of the economic benefit to the community, the town council has agreed to waive its fee for the rental of the pool. Not only do the competitors patronize local motels, restaurants and businesses, but the organizing committee plows all profits back into the community with donations toward the purchase of outdoor fitness equipment.

Council Shorts from the June 14th meeting

A Lot of Work for Drainage Engineers

Work can’t be done on municipal drains (other than maintenance) without a drainage engineer’s report, and this week the engineers are getting quite a bit of work. First, there has been a cave-in at the intersection of Mersea Road 12 and Point Pelee Drive where the Belluz Drain is enclosed. Normally, the drainage superintendent would replace the pipe under the general maintenance program and simply assess the costs to the benefiting landowners, except in this case the assessment schedule doesn’t clearly address who benefits from this enclosure. Hence, a drainage engineer is being hired to sort out the confusion. Next, back in 2007 Leamington was put on notice by the Ministry of the Environment that septic waste was a problem along Kent Road 1, and an engineer is needed to design and recommend the steps that will be needed to stop up a private drain that leads to Mersea Road 7 and alter the municipal drain to accommodate run-off from the approximately 154 homes affected. The cost of this project is estimated to be about $56,400.

In a third case, a damaged access over the 5th concession road drain was discovered to be illegal, in that it was not originally installed under a drainage report, so the drainage superintendent doesn’t have the authority to repair it until an engineer completes one. This cost is expected to be in the range of $14,000. A solicitor for the couple who live there, Suzanne Balzer, spoke to council about this matter and pointed out that the original damage occurred 9 years ago but the couple was not able to get help from the municipality at the time. Since they are elderly, and are unable now to get any other assistance with the cost, they hope the

municipality might be able to assist them. Council and administration agreed that it would be best to leave a decision until the engineer has a chance to comment.

The fourth job involves straightening out confusion so an updated maintenance schedule can be prepared for the Setterington Drain: because of severances, about 52 acres appear to have been missed some time in the past. This problem came to light in a recent land swap and correcting it is now a condition imposed by the committee of adjustment. Apparently there are enough drainage engineers locally to handle this work.

World Cup Finals have begun!

I don’t know a lot about the World Cup soccer that started Friday, June 11 and will run for one month until July 11, but everyone seems to be talking about it and I thought I’d write about the things I’ve learned about this year’s World Cup being held in South Africa. First of all, it’s being held in South Africa! This is the biggest sporting event (any event) ever held in South Africa. I’m told that the World Cup is bigger than the Olympics to the European countries. Unlike in Canada and the USA where NHL teams question whether or not they will “allow” their players to play in the Olympics for their country, there is never a question about allowing players to play for a country’s World Cup team. In fact it is an honour to have them play. And I think that’s how it should be really.

If you’ve watched any of the games over the weekend, you will have heard that constant high-pitched hum of the vuvuzela.

McThoughts McThoughts

This stadium horn, is a blowing horn that when blown by thousands at the same time emits a loud monotone hum similar to a giant hive of angry bees. The sound level of the instrument has been measured at up to 131 dB, dangerously high levels for unprotected ears. The horns are common in South Africa, but visiting players are dealing with it and commentators are finding it difficult to broadcast and some players complained that they could not hear their players communication on the field. Fifa World Cup officials have said it is part of the South African culture and will not ban the vuvuzela.

As I write this on Monday morning I’m watching Denmark and The Netherlands play and there has been some talk about this year’s ball. The World Cup is held every four years with point-qualifying tournaments held in between. Every World Cup has a new soccer ball developed especially for that World Cup Finals. This year’s ball is being called the most round, or true round ball. Named, “JABULANI” which means “to celebrate” in isiZulu, the new Adidas ball will be the only ball used during the month-long tournament. 11 is a big number that relates to the “JABULANI” ball as it sports an impressive 11 different colors. This was chosen for the 11 players who take the field for every team during the tournament, the 11 official languages of South Africa (isiZulu is spoken by 25% of the people), and the 11 South African tribes that make the country extremely diverse. The ball’s design was created to “lend the ball a unique appearance in African spirit.”

I’ve also learned that of the 32 countries competing in the 2010 World Cup Finals, Canada is not one of them. In fact, Canada has not qualified for a World Cup Final since 1986.

What about Bob? We boomers need a fix

Other than “in the Ann Arbor area” near Detroit, it’s hard to know where Bob Seger is these days, especially in regards to performing all that wonderful music.

I got thinking about Bob Seger the other night. It was while some friends and I were sitting in the nosebleed section of the Rogers Centre (SkyDome) enjoying the legendary Eagles. The question that came to mind was: “If the ‘near-geriatric’ Henley, Frey, Walsh and Schmidt can pull themselves onto the stage, why can’t Robert Clark Seger?” These thoughts were underscored when the Eagles belted out Heartache Tonight, a song written in part by Seger. Considering that the giant bulge in the snake (that is

Shocking since soccer is the largest minor sport in Canada. However, we Canadians, especially Ontarians, love our World Cup soccer. In fact, the Liquor Licence Board of Ontario has extended liquor licences at bars allowing them to serve alcohol at 10 a.m. We might not have a national team competing, but you can be sure we have World Cup fans!

the baby boomers) is sliding closer to the rear, now more than ever, this is the time for Seger and his Silver Bullet Band. They must remove the dust covers from their instruments and amps and plug into that deep, deep goldmine of Boomer Bonanza. Come on, Bob… surely you can cut your grass, play golf and sip coffee at McDonalds with the other 65-year-olds. (I’m sure he appreciates the discount.) Yep, I said 65! That’s right, kiddies… Bob Seger, the rock and roll darling of Detroit and North America during the 70s and 80s is an eligible member of AARP. Hard to fathom isn’t it?

We don’t hear much from Bob, other than some oldies play on WOMC. From time to time, Seger will pop up on an interview with a Detroit media person on radio or television. Last year, before the crap hit the fan for Tiger Woods, he and Seger tee’ed it up together in a practice round at the Buick Open. That must have been a real treat for both. I recall seeing pictures of Bob at that tournament. Damn he looked old;

white hair, beard, etc. He almost looked his age. And Bob, please get your gappy teeth fixed. Surely you have a plan. I’m told that Bob Seger and his band performed in Leamington, likely at a Tomato Festival back in the late 60s or early 70s. Those were the “Heavy Music” Bob Seger System days. I’d love to hear from someone who was there. If you were there and want to share your memories, hit me at johnweese@yahoo.com. For Seger, superstardom would be a decade away from his alleged performance in the Sun Parlour.

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Sunday is Father’s Day. Why

do you

think your dad is the best dad in the whole wide world?

Location: Margaret D. Bennie Public School

Hannah Chacko - Grade 2

“I know my Daddy is the best dad in the world because he guides me through my life. He fixes all my toys. My dad and I like to go biking a lot. He is the best dad because he takes me to restaurants and cool parties. If I have a bad dream and my dad’s not here he’s still here in my heart. My dad is the best dad in the world. I love you!”

Ben Zylstra - Grade 3

“I think my dad is the best dad in the world because he lets me work with him, and my mom will not let us have chips but when she is gone my dad lets us sneak chips. He is the best because he takes us to special places like Jack’s restaurant and Flamingo’s restaurant. In the morning he helps me do my math and it is fun! But most importantly he loves me!”

Listen, watch and learn

“But to be aware of little, quiet things, You need to be quiet inside.

A high degree of alertness is required. Be Still. Look. Listen.

BE PRESENT.” – Eckhart Tolle

The evening of Saturday, June 6th, I attended a play in Windsor with a friend of mine. During the intermission, we stepped out for fresh air to a deluge of water. The skies had opened up and continued throughout the remainder of the production and for our entire drive home.

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While on the way home we received a call from my friend’s daughter, warning us of the tornado watch, warning or whatever, and we continued even though our senses were alert to something strange. My friend noted the rain that was at one point hitting one side of her car was now coming from the other direction.

We arrived home safely, went to bed, and it was not until the next morning that I was made aware of the storm and the damage it inflicted throughout the county

If our dog, Charlie, could have spoken our language, or better yet we would have taken note of his odd behaviour, we may have been aware of the surrounding storm. He is not the only dog that hid under the blankets or cried out to his masters. I have heard from others, stories they shared regarding their animals giving warning signs throughout the day. What did they sense that we didn’t or we ignored!

I remember many storms when I was a child and being alerted into action. The sky turned green, the temperature changed, and my mother had us quickly take down our hanging planters and then take cover in our basement. Thankfully this storm hit at night, but if it had not would we have taken cover, or continued to go about our day – working, playing, or grocery shopping?

There are many skeptics of an animal’s ability to predict disaster, but there are those of us who know that something is going on inside those instincts, something mysterious and unexplained. Chickens may stop laying eggs prior to a tornado, bees desert their hives, and birds react by flying away en masse. Household pets act out of character and may scratch or bite when they would not normally.

Dogs are used to sniff out drugs in vehicles and homes. They are used to find living

Lena Teichroeb - Grade 3

“My dad is the best dad because he drives people to different States in his semi and gets lots of money for it to pay for things, and he’s saving up for my mom and him to go on a ginormous boat in June for their 25th anniversary. He is also the best dad because he takes us to our grandparents whenever we want and he takes us to the Jiimaan to see it.”

Cassidy Hansen - Grade 2

“I know my dad is the best and the greatest dad in the world because he loves me for who I am. He also helps me when I need his help. He is always there for me when I need him. My dad is sometimes a little funny. I think I could not live without my dad. I love him.”

people buried under the rubble of an earthquake. They are shepherds, guards, leaders of the blind, and ears for the deaf. They are capable of contributing so much good for mankind. If only they could talk!

Perhaps one day we can learn from them. With all our knowledge and wisdom, you would think we could learn new methods of listening. Why can’t we replicate the instinct of animals for early warnings? The answer is there, we just need to keep looking!

“Bring AWARENESS to the many subtle sounds of nature –the rustling of the leaves in the wind.

Raindrops falling, the humming of an insect, the first birdsong at dawn. Give yourself completely to the act of listening. Beyond the sounds THERE IS SOMETHING GREATER A sacredness that cannot be Understood through thought.” – Eckhart Tolle

What about Bob?

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Not long ago, on a radio interview with Dick Purtan, Bob Seger hinted that he may kick off a tour in the fall of 2010. Providing that he tours in the Detroit or Toronto area, I’ll buy some tickets, likely at or near a hundred bucks for a nosebleed seat. So will millions of others. Ironically, the ticket prices were a fraction of that cost when his songs topped the charts. What is wrong with us?

If not for the baby boomers turning the turnstiles and forking over millions, you’d have to believe that the likes of the Stones, the Who, the Eagles, Mellencamp and Huey Lewis would have been long retired and all of us would’ve been “poorer for it”.

Seems that we boomers just can’t let go of our music, our memories and mindset of staying young. The ability to attend a concert to enjoy the likes of Seger, or the Beach Boys, or Chicago, the Who or whomever, is much more than an enjoyable night away from the pressures of paying for your kid’s education and tending to the ills of ageing parents. It’s a blue-jeaned communal gathering of the like-minded and like-spirited. A chance to feel 18 again, to sing all the words and take comfort in our belief that “this is music” and “our time”. True enough, it is “our time”. We have the numbers, the wealth, power and much of the influence. It’s also our time to check our watches and shuffle out of the concert hall after a two-hour concert. Like a well-oiled business machine, the band is on at nine and off at eleven and you know what? We’re good with that… really good with that in fact. Besides, who can blame the performers for wanting to get off the stage? After all, the lads are getting old. Aren’t we all?

Leamington Police blotter

The following are the reportable occurrences for the Leamington Police for the period between June 7th and June 14th:

June 8: A residence on Ellison was entered through an unlocked door sometime overnight. A purse along with $1,000 cash was taken.

June 8: An 83-year-old Leamington woman was scammed out of a large sum of money after she wired someone alleging that he was her grandson and needed money because he was in a bad accident. The money was wired to Montreal.

June 9: Sometime overnight, the Snack Hut at Erie Shores Golf Club was broken into. A computer and an air conditioner were taken.

June 9: Sometime overnight, a Fuji digital camera was taken from a residence on White Street.

June 11: An electric wheelchair was taken from a vehicle that was parked at 7-11. It was found a short distance away an hour later.

June 11: A shed on Westmoreland was broken into. Two blue mini pocket bikes were taken.

If you have information about these occurrences or any other, please contact the Leamington Police at 519-326-3214 or Crime Stoppers at 519-258-TIPS.

$13,000 Worth of Machinery Stolen

On Monday, June 7 around 5:00 p.m., Lakeshore OPP responded to a break and enter in the 2000 block of Hopgood Sideroad in Lakeshore. Police advise that sometime overnight unknown suspect(s) entered a garage and shop through a sliding door and stole a John Deere 332 riding lawn tractor worth $8000, a grey Craftsman 4-Wheel Star riding lawn tractor worth $4000, a red Craftsman welding machine worth $1000, and welding tools worth $700.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County OPP Criminal Investigation Unit at 519-723-2491 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Wild Ride for 18-Year-Old

On Saturday, June 12 around 6:30 a.m., Tecumseh OPP responded to numerous citizen complaints regarding an out-of-control vehicle headed southbound on Manning Road.

Police advise that a white Chevrolet Cavalier was northbound on Green Valley when it hit a parked car. The vehicle continued eastbound on St. Thomas, hitting two trees and a porch, continued southbound on Manning Road, then westbound on St. Gregory’s. The vehicle eventually stopped with flat tires and engine problems.

The 18-year-old male driver from Tecumseh fled on foot and was located a short distance away. He was subsequently arrested and transported to Tecumseh OPP. He was charged with impaired driving, over 80 mg, and G2 driver BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) above zero. He was released on a promise to appear July 15, 2010 in Windsor Court and issued a 90-day suspension notice.

Stop Abuse and Restore Respect

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a global initiative in support of the United Nations Plan of Action, which recognizes the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue on every continent of the world. The International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA) began the event in 2006 to raise awareness of the cultural, social and economic and demographic processes affecting elder abuse and neglect. Elder abuse is a largely under-recognized issue that affects one in 10 seniors in Ontario.

The Elder Abuse Resource & Prevention Committee Windsor-Essex commemorated the day with a tree planting ceremony on Tuesday, June 15 at City Hall in Windsor. Committee co-chairs Deb Groen and Kellie Sirola highlighted the work of the committee, and several dignitaries were on hand to help “Stop Abuse and Restore Charges and warnings in fisheries enforcement blitz

The Ministry of Natural Resources laid 111 charges and issued 58 warnings during a 6-day enforcement blitz in the Essex County and Chatham-Kent waters of Lake St. Clair, Lake Erie and the Detroit River.

Conservation officers from the ministry’s Lake Erie and Aylmer enforcement units checked 560 resident anglers and 245 non-resident anglers from May 26 to May 31. Overall compliance with Ontario’s sport fishing and public safety-related legislation was 79%.

A total of 111 charges and 58 warnings were issued for the following offences: fishing without a licence; catching and keeping smallmouth bass out of season; fishing with too many lines; catching more than the limits of fish and bait fish; using another person’s licence to fish; trespassing for the purpose of fishing; possessing live invasive fish; having open liquor.

Fishing equipment and fish were also seized during the investigations.

For further information on fishing regulations, please consult the 2010 Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary, available at ServiceOntario/Government Information Centres, through licence issuers and at ontario.ca/fishing.

To report a natural resources violation, call 1-877-TIPS-MNR (847-7667) toll-free any time or contact your local ministry’s office at 519-825-4684 during regular business hours. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Council Shorts from June 7

Broadcast Service Agreement Rejected

Tony Vidal, President and CEO of Southshore Broadcasting Inc., appeared before council to request that council enter into a broadcast service agreement to continue televised coverage of council meetings on CFTV34 Cable 100. He opened his presentation with a brief video montage of his channel’s municipal coverage and then presented Mr. Jim Vickery who is the head of technical studies at L.D.S.S. and the director of co-op education. Mr. Vickery endorsed the importance of CFTV 34 to the community and pointed out that the hands on experience his students were getting in all aspects of television production because of Channel 34’s participation in the co-op education program was invaluable.

Mr. Vidal then presented his case for a financial arrangement with the town, pointing out that his request for $20,000 worked out to approximately 40¢/ minute for council meeting broadcasts. Part of his company’s progress to self-reliance involves going from depending on a grant to negotiating a service agreement with the groups being served, the town being one of them. Council rejected this idea, however. Deputy Mayor Rob Schmidt dwelt on the town’s help in the past and continued support of the station, but pointed out that council’s new communications strategy did not envision paying anyone to broadcast council meetings. Councillor Herb Enns voiced his opinion when he said, “You’re somewhat holding us hostage [by threatening to discontinue broadcasting council meetings without a financial agreement in place],” following that he felt, “the service agreement is totally out.” Councillor Atkin spent some time trying to clarify in his mind what council’s obligation to valued local broadcasting was and Councillor Mac Donald insisted that any support would have to be limited to $15,000 because that is all there is still available in the budget to support worthy situations.

Eventually the motion was to offer a $15,000 grant. Everyone present chuckled when Councillor Bill Derbyshire, after pointing out that he was the only member of council not shown in the opening video clip, said, “Even if it costs me 500 votes, I’m going to support the $15,000.” In a recorded vote the motion was carried, with only councillor Enns registering his opposition to the grant.

Site Plan Approvals

Council had to deal with three reports concerning site plan approval for proposed additions to properties that not only span the municipality in their locations, but also with their interesting variety of uses. First was a lunch room / freezer extension to a fish processing plant on the Kent County Line, second was expansion of the Leamington United Mennonite Church on Oak Street to better house administration and educational facilities, and third was to connect two greenhouse operations on Essex Road 31 with an enclosed 700 foot corridor. Under the Planning Act, Leamington exercises site plan control simply to ensure that proposed development is safe, well planned, and is compatible with neighbouring land uses. In all three cases, council was swift to endorse the approval recommended by administration.

Water System Improvements for Forest Ave.

Council has awarded the contract to upgrade the water system along Forest Ave. next to Seacliff Park to Jemini Construction Ltd., the low tender for the project. It is expected that the final cost of the work will be about $203,000 and should be complete this year

Drainage Work Will be Much More Difficult

Leamington council has voted to enter into an exemption agreement with the Ministry of Natural Resources to streamline the approval process for work on municipal drains. In spite of this, under the provisions of the Endangered Species Act maintenance of existing municipal drains will be much more time sensitive than it has been in the past.

M.D. Bennie P.S. achieves

Gold status as EcoSchool

Teacher Joan Epp and the Earthsavers Club from Margaret D. Bennie Public School in Leamington have helped their school win Gold status in the provincial EcoSchools certification program. The 19 students in the Earthsavers Club volunteer their time and help to make the school more eco-friendly.

Forty-nine schools in the Greater Essex County District School Board have achieved provincial EcoSchools certification for 2009-10. That’s an increase of 11 schools over the previous year. The number of schools reaching the highest level of certification – Gold – improved from 3 to 11 this year. And M.D. Bennie Public School has improved from their Bronze status last year to Gold for 200910. Leamington District Secondary School also achieved Gold status locally.

Provincial certification recognizes a school for its environmental initiatives and stewardship throughout the school year. Achievement must be demonstrated in at least 4 key areas: energy conservation, waste minimization, ecological literacy, and school ground greening for shade and energy conservation.

The Earthsavers Club meets once a week during the entire school year and helps the other 310 students in the

school make sure that they recycle, compost and reduce energy use within the school. “It’s a big commitment from the kids who do this all year long,” said Earthsavers leader, Mrs. Epp. The Earthsaver members visited each classroom once a week to check up on the recycling boxes to make sure the right items were being put in, as well as checking up on the litterless lunch days.

“The Gold status really was a school effort – administration, secretarial, custodial, teachers and students – everyone contributed and we just get it going and follow up, monitor and record the activities of the entire school,” said Mrs. Epp.

With the monetary prize that accompanied the school’s bronze level achievement last year, the club purchased green boxes, which are placed in classrooms and at each end of the school for compost materials. The green boxes are dumped into a big black composter outside. The remainder was used to purchase native species trees – silver maple, red maple, pin oak and blue spruce – which were planted this spring as part of the school’s ground greening initiative.

Next year Earthsavers plan to use their gold level winnings to purchase more trees to plant and new outdoor benches.

The Earthsavers also involved the entire school in a letter

campaign as part of the School Improvement Plan. Students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 wrote a letter to Mother Earth bringing awareness of how they treat the Earth and how they can improve.

The GECDSB is among the most successful EcoSchools participants in the province. Not only are there definite savings being realized on utility and waste disposal costs, but a generation of students is being inspired to do the right thing for the planet!

Gold Schools from GECDSB for 2009-10 included: Amherstburg Public School, Anderdon Public School, Concord Public School, Percy P. McCallum Public School, M.D. Bennie Public School, Dr. H.D. Taylor Public School, Vincent Massey Secondary School, Leamington District Secondary School, Riverside Secondary School, Sandwich Secondary School, and Walkerville Collegiate Institute.

Duck Tape prom dresses could win two local girls scholarship money

When asked the designer’s name for Carina Epp and Susie Redekop’s prom dresses, they respond – Duck Tape Brand duct tape. The two 17-year-old students from UMEI Christian High School have invested more than 300 hours designing their Duck Tape prom dresses and now they are

outfits and accessories.

Originality (25%) - Originality will be judged based on the uniqueness, inventiveness, creativity and original thought of the outfits and accessories.

Use of Color (15%) - Use of Color will be judged based on the combination, integration and harmony of colors used to create the outfits and accessories.

Accessories (10%) - Accessories will be judged based on the creativity and use in accentuating and completing the outfits.

Quantity of Duct Tape Used (10%) - Quantity of Duct Tape Used will be judged based on the use of duct tape to construct the pieces of the outfits and accessories. Those 10 contest entries with the highest scores will be posted online for public voting. The Stuck at Prom promotion voting is done over a five-week period starting June 18 and ending July 26. Check the website after June 18 to see if Carina and Susie made the top 10 and be sure to vote for them. Go to www.duckbrand.com, on the home page go under the promotions and click on the Stuck at Prom link. Be sure to choose Canada, then Ontario, as this is a North American contest and you could spend a lot of time going through many pages of photos. You can also go to www. stuckatprom.com. There will be a voting link on this site after June 18. You can also vote once a day from your email address.

spending even more hours soliciting votes for their entries into the “Stuck at Prom” promotion sponsored by Duck Tape Brand, the makers of the multi-colored and multi-purpose duct tape. The girls have a Facebook group called Carina and Susie’s Duck Tape Prom Dresses as well. The two worked on the dresses for more than three months and used 65 rolls of Duck Tape. What’s in this for the Leamington teens besides the Duck Tape designer 2010 title? The girls have a chance to win scholarship money and money for their school, UMEI. First place wins $3,000 each and $3,000 for their school; second place wins $2,000 each and $2,000 for their school; third place wins $1,000 each and $1,000 for their school; and fourth to tenth win $500 each and $500 for their school. Both girls have post-secondary school plans and could use the extra money. Carina plans to attend Windsor University this fall studying Social Work and Women’s Studies, while Susie plans to attend Canadian Mennonite University in Winnipeg in Outtatown Discipleship. The Outtatown Discipleship School is a unique program for students seeking a lifechanging experience of adventure, travel, service and Christian studies.

From all the entries, 10 will be chosen and then the voting begins. To make it to the top 10 list the girls’ dresses will be judged on the following criteria: Workmanship (30%) - Workmanship will be judged based on the quality, neatness and attention to detail given in creating the

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S.C. United U12 boys soccer

The Leamington S.C. United U12 Boys soccer team, sponsored by Erie James, CoolCukes.com and Leamington Fire Fighters, began their 2010 season the week of May 24th at home with a win and an away loss.

In their first game of the year the boys took on the Croatia team and dominated, winning 6-2. Goals came from Noah Santos (2), Dante Figliomeni, Tino Riosa, Jett Daniels and Scott Wigfield.

In their second game in three days the boys travelled to Tecumseh and came up on the short end of a 2-1 game. Their lone goal came from Joshua Dawson. LSCU played hard and dominated possession again, but was snake-bit on some unlucky shots that either went over the net or hit the posts.

The Erie James U12 Boys hosted the Future Pro Wolves last Tuesday night in Leamington, coming away with a 2-2 tie. Out of the blocks the Wolves looked impressive and had some good opportunities to put one in, but the Erie James defense held strong and held the Wolves at bay. When they finally got the ball out of their end they capitalized on a corner kick from Noah Santos to Dante Figliomeni to the back of the Wolves’ net. With the lead, SC United started playing their style of game. Near the end of the half the Wolves took a nice shot from outside the box and found the corner of the net.

The S.C. United Coaches must have said something right at halftime because LSCU came out and in their first possession took it deep with a cross from Tino Riosa to Austin Slater, who buried it in the net. As the game went on, play got sloppy and they ended up giving up a goal with 10 minutes left to bring it to a 2-2 tie, which is where it stayed till the end of the game.

LSCU U12 Boys will have another chance in a couple of weeks to get one up on the Wolves, but for now will concentrate on their game vs Harrow.

Cardinal Carter Corner

Welcome to the final instalment of the Cardinal Carter Corner for this school year!

Cardinal Carter recently held elections for student council executive positions for the 2010/2011 school year. Congratulations to Bryan Dutot, Junior Deputy Prime Minister; Jenna Zanki, Senior Deputy Prime Minister; Sandra Esposito, Senator; and Bianca Salive, Prime Minister. Special thanks to Mr. Antonuzzo’s Grade 10 Careers and Civics class for co-ordinating the election process.

Welcome back to the grade 9 science students who attended the Chicago Field Trip June 3-5. The students expanded their scientific knowledge with visits to the Museum of Science and Industry, the Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum and the Adler Planetarium. The highlight for some star-struck students was meeting and taking photos with Mario Lopez on Navy Pier. It was certainly an unforgettable trip.

Congratulations to Chris Hillman, who placed third in The Aristotle, a Canada-wide philosophy essay contest run by the University of Toronto. Chris’s essay dealt with the question: “Is it possible, in principle if not in practice, to build a machine that is conscious of its own existence?” Very impressive, Chris!

Congratulations to Hospitality students Pam Aiello, Stephanie Cappelli, Marco Albuquerque and Sara Monminie, who placed second as a team in the Iron Chef competition at St. Clair College; and to Nick Vidal, Taylor LeClair, Jon Laramie and Joe Accardo, who placed third. Both teams were recognized for their delicious menus prepared with the secret ingredient: mushrooms.

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JUNE IS RECREATION MONTH! GET YOURSELF IN MOTION!

Membership at the Complex is very popular, and very affordable too! We encourage you to enjoy your summer gardening and golfing, but DONʼT give up your weight and cardio exercises. The Complex is air conditioned all summer long.

Summer Activity Guides: Pick up your copy in the Complex brochure rack or go online at www.leamington.ca link to recreation and link to Activity Guide to view all the classes and programs being offered for the summer session.

REGISTRATION for summer programs takes place right now before the summer session begins the week of June 28th. Enroll the entire family in recreation programs.

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 for the summer season! Get started now in the early-bird classes offered during June, and keep up the great workout all summer long on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

Tribute 2010 Schoolʼs Out Bash on Friday, June 25th at 7:30 p.m. Tribute concert to Taylor Swift, Hannah Montana, Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers and Lady Gaga. All on one big stage at the Complex. Tickets $20 ($25 at the door if available). No reserve seating. Bring the family for a great evening of entertainment!

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 to give children who cannot afford recreation the opportunity to be included. Only available to those who have not registered for the Complex day camp in past years. Must register one (1) week in advance to allow for staff scheduling. This offer is compliments of Canadian Tire Jumpstart!

Pathway to Potential benefit supplement programs are available to eligible lowincome youth and eligible low-income seniors. Proper Canada Revenue Agency forms must be submitted and registration takes place Monday to Friday between 8:30 and 4:00 p.m. only at the Complex Community Services office. Rock ʼn Swim: Friday, June 18th from 7 to 9 p.m. Music sponsored by MGS Horticultural.

“Les Traducteurs” of the French Immersion Program have been busy translating safety and operating manuals for garden tools and accessories sold by the international company Recharge Mower. The project has been a great learning experience for the French Immersion students, giving them increased appreciation for the importance of being bilingual and added insight into the international world of commerce.

What else is going on at Cardinal Carter?

The Phys. Ed. Department will hold their annual Athletic Banquet June 15 at the Roma Club, and the Arts Department will hold their banquet at Colasanti’s June 16.

Grade 9 math students will be writing the EQAO assessment of mathematics June 15 and 16. The final examination schedule will run from June 22-25. Good luck, Cougars! Grade 12 graduation will take place on Tuesday, June 29. There will be a Mass at St. Joseph’s Church at 2:30 p.m. followed by the graduation and academic awards ceremony at the Portuguese Club at 6:30 p.m. Congratulations to all of our graduates. We wish you every success in your future endeavours.

The staff and students at Cardinal Carter wish Mr. Jim Chevalier, Department Head of English, and Dr. Nasr Saad, Department Head of Science, all the best in their retirement. You will be missed!

Some future dates of note: Grade 9 orientation for the 2010/2011 school year will be held on Wed. Sept. 1 and the first day of the new school year is Tues. Sept. 7. See you in the Fall!

Registered Disability Savings Plan

(RDSP) Information sessions

RDSP Ontario is an RDSP outreach project supported by the Government of Canada and delivered in partnership with Community Living Ontario, Autism Ontario, PLAN, the PLAN Institute and Pooran Law.

In-person seminars and one-on-one consultations will be conducted by Brendon D. Pooran [www.pooranlaw.com], a Toronto-based lawyer that provides advice on wills and estates planning, government benefits and disability law.

The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a new tool to help you plan for the financial well-being of your relative with a disability. Already thousands of families and individuals across the country are setting up the plan, and an estimated 500,000 Canadians will benefit form this plan over time.

This RDSP planning workshop will be your guide to understanding and taking advantage of the plan, so that you

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can help yourself or your relative with a disability capitalize on the numerous advantages of the RDSP, including the significant federal contributions.

Windsor - Essex County RDSP Info Sessions at Our Lady of the Atonement Family Centre, 2940 Forest Glade Drive, Windsor.

Group sessions: June 16, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. and June 17, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. One-to-one consultations June 17 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. RSVP your attendance one of three ways: Register on-line at website: www.clwindsor.org or contact RCP Windsor by phone 519-250-9410 or e-mail rcpwindsor@autismontario.com.

Can’t attend in person? Learn about the RDSP with the

online webinars by registering at www.communitylivingontario.ca.

Br. 84 Legion news

The winners of Friday darts on May 28 were Rose Hills and Paul Groggins, with Bill Miihlroth (Moose) and Betty Firtpatrick placing second. The winners of Friday night darts on June 4 were Richard Howe and Brenda Wallace, with Rose Hills and Bill Ritchie placing second.

A mini dart tournament on June 5 had first place going to Rose Hills and Albert Harrison. Second place went to Mary Robinson and Tim Nantais, and taking third was Bill Ritchie and Brenda Wallace. Special thanks to all who come out and enjoy Friday darts and the mini tournaments. It is important to continue to support the Branch as we prepare for our move.

Bursaries will be presented at graduation ceremonies at the end of June. Once the awards have been presented we will publish the names of the winners.

HMCS Hunter did not make their presentation at the June 14th council meeting. The presentation will be rescheduled.

The Executive has been granted permission to conduct the business of the Branch during the summer months with the next General Meeting scheduled for September 1, 2010 (hopefully in our new building).

Once a date has been set for the move it will take the help of many volunteers to help clean out our Branch and settle into our new home.

Executive Meeting: June 16 at 7 p.m.

OBITUARY NOTICE

Katherine Keller

Katherine Keller (nee Hilger), 79 years, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, after a determined battle on Sunday, June 6, 2010 at Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital.

Beloved wife of the late Michael A. Keller (2007).

Loving mother of Michael, Tom and wife Mary, David, Karen McNamara and husband Pat, Paul and wife Shannon. Cherished grandmother of Krislyn, James, Greg, Nick, Danny, Lauren and Hannah. Dear sister of Elsie Ohlenforst and late husband Joe, Joe Hilger and wife Bev. Several nieces and nephews also survive.

Katherine was an active and longtime member of St. Michael’s C.W.L, including the responsibilities of Past President. Her enjoyment and passion for cooking, baking and gardening was appreciated by not only her family, but her church family as well.

Visiting was at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-3262631), on Wednesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. C.W.L. Prayer Service Wednesday at 3 p.m. Parish Prayers Wednesday evening.

Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Katherine’s life was held from St. Michael’s Church, 29 Elliott St., on Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 10 a.m. Father Pat Fuerth officiating. Interment at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

As an expression of sympathy, donations made by cheque to St. Michael’s Church Building Fund or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort and remembrance at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.

Memorial Service, Butterfly Release June 27

The annual Memorial Service and Butterfly Release for all babies who have died during the year or in past years due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or stillbirth will be held Sunday, June 27 at 2 p.m. at the Baby Butterfly Garden at Erie Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 215 Erie Street South, Leamington.

The butterfly release is organized by Leamington District Memorial Hospital Spiritual & Religious Care Committee and LDMH Maternal/ Newborn Care Unit, in coordination with LeeAnne Setterington of Erie Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Refreshments and reception to follow.

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Erie Shores opens six days after tornado

Erie Shores Golf Course reopened for golf on Friday at 6 p.m., just six days after an F2 tornado caused extensive dammage to trees, and outbuildings. An incredible outporing of support from members, volunteers from the community, and neighbouring golf courses are being credited with the speedy recovery.

Kyle Stewart, Erie Shores Golf Pro, said there were between 60 to 80 volunteers helping every day on the cleanup effort. Neighbouring golf courses from Kingsville, Wheatley, Essex, Fox Glen, Belleview, Sutton Creek, Tilbury, Seven Lakes and Beach Grove all provided equipment and manpower for the cleanup.

Volunteers from Talbot Trail in Wheatley helped in the cleanup on Thursday and returned on Friday to prepare the workers lunch.

“We never expected to be open today,” said Geoff Dunmore at the official reopening on Friday night. Honorary member Don Mensch had the honour of the first tee off on hole #1 to commemorate the opening.

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Walk, Rock ‘n’ Roll raises over

$12,000

South Essex Community Council’s Walk, Rock ’n’ Roll 5K Walk and Benefit Concert enjoyed spectacular weather as 100 participants enjoyed the stroll along the marina and lake as well as a concert by some of the area’s finest local talent. Performances by Kelly Authier, Nicole Barron, Mike Beggs, Dale Butler, Jim Heyens & Friends, Justin Latam, Billy Raffoul, Andrew Taves and Trish Wales topped off a morning of nutritious snacks, fresh air, door prizes and all-around good fun.

The event raised over $12,000 through pledges, draws and sponsorships. Funds raised will benefit SECC’s Foot Care Clinic and Adult Day Program, which provide muchneeded services to area seniors and those with disabilities such as Alzheimer’s Disease.

Tornado doesn’t stop business from opening on Seacliff

Sunday’s F2 tornado didn’t stop Ray Bezaire of Just Cork It from opening his Leamington store on Seacliff Drive on Tuesday, June 8.

Two damaged front windows and a blown away sign was minor damage compared to other businesses on Seacliff. “Business has been really good,” said Bezaire after his first week of business. Bezaire has also owned and operated Just Cork It in Amherstburg for the past six years. “I had a lot of customers in Leamington, and thought it would be a good fit for me and for them,” said Bezaire.

Just Cork It is a winemaking business where customers can make their own wine. Whether your preference is white, red, dry, sweet or even ice wine, you can make a batch in five minutes that will be ready for consumption in four to six weeks.

Customers can select their wine choice and they mix the batch. After that they wait for four to six weeks when they will be called to come in for bottling and corking. This process takes about half an hour and then it’s done. Each batch has 30 bottles of wine.

The price of each selection includes corking and bottling, and until the end of June prices include the bottles. This is a $30 value as bottles are usually an extra $1 each.

Hydro One restores power following tornado in Essex County

The lights were back on June 9 for all but a few dozen Hydro One customers affected by the tornado that hit the Colchester and Leamington areas early Sunday morning, June 6.

At the height of the storm, more than 6,300 Hydro One customers were without power. The tornado that uprooted large trees and tore roofs off homes also caused significant damage to Hydro One’s equipment. Almost 100 distribution poles and 25 pole-top transformers have been replaced, and approximately 12 kilometres of conductor (wire) restrung.

“Hydro One staff responded quickly and called in extra crews to get the power back on as quickly as possible,” said Mayor John Adams of the Municipality of Leamington. “Hydro One crews worked closely with municipal staff throughout the restoration effort and put a top priority on ensuring the safety of the public and all workers involved in the clean-up.”

About 150 Hydro One staff worked around the clock on the restoration effort. About 90% of affected customers had power restored within 48 hours. In the hardest-hit areas restoration took a bit longer. Customers whose meter bases or stacks were damaged by the storm had to first have their equipment repaired, and then inspected by the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) before Hydro One could reconnect their power.

Programs for low income at Complex

In an ongoing effort to curb the high rate of obesity levels in Ontarians and to make sport and recreation affordable for all to take part, the following financial assistance programs are being implemented at the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex: Programs for:

• low income youth to take part in most all area minor sport programs.

• low income youth to take part in the Complex Summer Day Camp program.

• low income youth to take part in Complex Swim/Gym/Skate programs.

• low income seniors to take membership at the Complex.

• low income seniors to take part in a fitness program.

The Leamington Department of Culture and Recreation has partnered with several organizations to remove barriers for families, individuals and seniors with low incomes that allow them to achieve social and economic independenence through participation in recreation programs. Contact the Complex for more details.

For further details or to find out how to apply for these programs, please contact the Leamington Kinsmen Recreation Complex at 519-322-2337.

Arts at the Marina will feature over 60 artists

The entire family is sure to enjoy Arts at the Marina featuring a wide variety of artwork and entertainment on display at Leamington’s beautiful waterfront. Over 60 artists will be exhibiting unique and creative pieces across the park grounds. Come out for a stroll to see the new, interesting locale and the works of artists from across the area. There will be fun for the kids too, with an entire tent of children’s art activities featuring ArtWorks with Kather-

ine Burton. Arts at the Marina takes place Saturday, July 3 and Sunday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days.

Refreshments and food vendors will be available and musical entertainment provided. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.

All tied up at Women’s Ball Hockey

Week 3 of the Wheatley Women’s Ball hockey league had the Hair Biz Hotties facing the Dries Potatoes Fried or Baked team.

Scoring first was the “Hotties” Amy Bell. “Fried or Baked” goalie Brenda Belleau was stellar in net making multiple saves in the first half of the game. Brooke Kaiser potted 2 and the Fried or Baked team was leading by one goal going into the second half of the game. In the second period, goalie Christi Reid made a ton of saves to keep the “Hotties” in the game but Brooke Kaiser continued with her flurry of goals adding 2 more to make the score 4-1. The “Hotties” got fired up with minutes remaining and Melissa Sallman scored her first of the season. Amy Bell was a whirlwind on the rink and scored 2 goals for Hair Biz to end the game in a 4-4 tie.

Game 2 was the battle of the undefeated teams; Wheatley Journal vs. Johnston Electric/Johnston Fisheries. Scoring first for The Journal was “number 8 in your program number 1 in your heart – Mrs. Hannigan!” Sue Ricci, back in the game after partial recovery from an injury had some sweet moves and set up rushing defenceman Margot Gillespie to tie the game 1-1. The Johnson goalie Donna Matier, playing with steel-toed shoes to protect her broken toe, was amazing stopping several scoring chances. In the second half of the game Vickie Wenzler scored one to give the Johnston girls a 2-1 lead. The Journal’s Cindy Osadzuk faced a barrage of shots and was amazing in net, making several glove saves to foil the Johnston team of an insurance goal. With minutes remaining in the game, The Journal’s coach, Virginia Rymal, sent out the “power line” and they did not disappoint. Scoring to end the game tied 4-4 was Christine Hopper

Local business offers to rescue tornado damaged photos for free

The loss of our photographs, stories, and memorabilia are often mourned more than anything else when disaster strikes.

Because of this, Catherine McCrum of Heartistic Reflections will “free of charge” create digital reproductions of damaged photos and small memorabilia, and attempt to restore those images to an improved state. The rescued digital files will then be uploaded to a photo storage site where the resident can access them and make arrangements for their printing at the resident’s costs. All materials received will be returned to the resident in the best salvageable condition possible.*

This free offer is for the residents of Leamington and Kingsville who have been so horrifically traumatized by the events of the past few days and who have suffered loss of their photographs or small memorabilia.

Catherine asks that ONLY those people directly affected by the ravages of the tornado take advantage of this free offer. This free offer is NOT intended for the general public, should the general public wish to use the services of Heartistic Reflections then regular fees will apply. Some limitations may apply.

For further information please contact Catherine at Heartistic Reflections 519-325-1141 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday or via email to catherine@heartisticreflections.com.

* Every reasonable attempt will be made to preserve your original materials. Catherine McCrum cannot be held responsible for loss or damage to your photographs or memorabilia.

BURNING PERMIT GUIDELINES

Permissible open air fires on lands Zoned Agriculture Zones A1-4 inclusive REQUIREMENTS FOR AGRICULTURAL PERMIT - $15.00 ANNUAL FEE/PER SITE

• An owner wishing to burn shall provide a minimum of two hours notice to the Fire Department by calling 519-326-6291 during office hours and 519-324-6505 after hours. Burning shall only take place between sun up and sun down. An inspection may be completed by the officer on duty and will be at their discretion.

• The burn location shall be located at least 150 feet from any building. A minimum of 1000 feet from any oil well or fuel tanks.

• Burning is not permitted on the road allowance and/or below any overhead cables and wires.

• The owner shall have sufficient equipment or means of controlling the fire so it does not spread or get out of hand.

• The fire shall be continuously monitored by a “responsible person” and be completely out before the person monitoring leaves the site (as set out in by-law 034-10).

• No person shall set fire so as to cause any or all of the following:

- Smoke or odor nuisance to neighboring residences or buildings

- A decrease in visibility on any highway or roadway

- A rapid spread of fire through grass, crops, brush or any wooded area

• No person shall bring material from one site to another for the sole purpose of disposing of the material by burning.

• No person shall burn any construction or building materials unless inspected and approved by the Fire Chief or his/her designate/s.

• No hazardous materials, such as plastics, rubber, oils, treated lumber or any items that could adversely affect the environment, shall be burned.

Any person who contravenes the Municipality’s Open Air Fire By-law may be subject to a fine, as set out in By-law 34-10. Complaints to the Leamington Fire Services, generated by an approved open air fire, will be investigated by the duty officer. If the duty officer finds the open air fire guidelines have been followed the complainant will be directed to contact the Ministry of Environment at 519-948-1464 for information of any possible further action.

If it is found the burn does not comply with the above guidelines, it will be extinguished by the owner upon request by the Fire Chief. If the owner is unable or unwilling to extinguish the open air fire themselves, a fire crew will attend and a response charge will be assessed by the municipality. These charges will follow MTO Guidelines for Emergency Response and will not exceed $1000 based on a standard department minimum response.

The owner shall be solely liable for any or all damage resulting from open burning.

ANNUAL RESIDENTIAL UN-ENCLOSED FIRE PIT OR APPLIANCE PERMIT MUST BE APPROVED IN ADVANCE - $15.00 PER YEAR

Note: Copy of permit to be on site at time of burn

To maintain the Fire Departments approval the following requirements MUST be met:

• The owner shall have sufficient equipment or means of controlling the fire so it does not spread or get out of hand.

• The lumber being burned must be dry and fit within the approved fire pit or appliance.

• Size approval shall be determined by site risk at time of inspection.

• The fire shall be continuously monitored by a “responsible person” and be completely out before the person monitoring leaves the site.

• No person shall set fire so as to cause any or all of the following:

- Smoke or odor nuisance to neighboring residences or buildings

- A decrease in visibility on any highway or roadway

- A rapid spread of fire through grass, crops, brush or any wooded area

• No hazardous materials, such as plastics, rubber, oils, treated lumber or any items that could adversely affect the environment, shall be burned.

• Any person who contravenes the Municipality’s Open Air Fire By-law may be subject to a fine, as set out in By-law 34-10. A copy of the By-law is available at the municipal office or online at

• Complaints to the Leamington Fire Services, generated by an approved open air fire, will be investigated by the duty officer. If the duty officer finds the open air fire guidelines have been followed the complainant will be directed to contact the Ministry of Environment at 519-948-1464 for information of any possible further action. www.leamington.ca/fire.

• If it is found the burn does not comply with the above guidelines, it will be extinguished by the owner upon request by the Fire Chief. If the owner is unable or unwilling to extinguish the open air fire themselves, a fire crew will attend and a response charge will be assessed by the municipality. These charges will follow MTO Guidelines for Emergency Response and will not exceed $1000 based on a standard department minimum response.

• The owner shall be solely liable for any or all damage resulting from open burning.

• Every person is obligated to comply with the provisions of By-law 34-10. If any clarification is required, inquiries can be made at 519-326-6291, Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm.

OPPORTUNITIES DO EXIST FOR SPECIAL ONE-TIME

BURN EVENTS

THE PERMIT IS VALID ONLY FOR DATES SPECIFIED - MUST BE APPROVED IN ADVANCE

REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior to burn, property owners must have written confirmation of open air fire approval.

• Pile not to exceed _________while burning (will be assessed at time of issue).

• Persons supervising the fire to be with the fire at all times.

• Burning limited to the address above.

• Weather conditions must be favourable.

• Fire Chief or designate to be notified when starting to burn.

• Any contraventions will terminate permit.

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•

Meet Tyler Wagner of Fish ’n Chips

Tyler Wagner is 25 years old and was raised in Staples, Ontario. He now lives in Leamington and is a part-time musician and full-time co-owner of The Music Room, 275 Talbot Street West in Leamington.

Significance of group name: Tyler said his drummer Ryan Johnston is from Wheatley, “a fishing town”, and they needed a quick name for a gig so they became Fish ’n Chips. The band has been together for 3 years.

Members of the group: Tyler Wagner (guitar, vocals), Ryan Johnston (percussion, bongos, bass, drum cymbals, high-hat, tambourine, etc.)

Type of music: East Coast sound (e.g. Great Big Sea), drinking songs.

Venues: Gilligan’s, Seacliff Inn, Towlie’s Bar and Last Friday Coffee House in Leamington, and Trees in Harrow, as well as beer tents at various festivals and ball tournaments.

Most interesting place played: Gilligan’s on St Patty’s Day every year. It’s a party… the place really gets rocking!

Brush with fame: CBC Radio played a song from his previous band “The Drowning”. Tyler and his band won Battle of the Bands at the Leamington Tomato Festival. Another band Tyler played in, “Once Promised”, won at the St. Clair College Battle of the Bands and went on to compete in the Toronto finals.

Radio airplay on CHYR South by Southwest show and CJSP Indie show.

Most significant gig: Tyler wrote and performed a song for a friend of a friend’s memorial service at LDSS. He had the song recorded and a copy was given to the parents who used it in their healing process.

CDs to date: Band Atonement (2001), Band Once Promised (2004), Band The Drowning (2006), fall release Interpretations: the Songs of Dale Butler. Fish ’n Chips plays mostly cover tunes, but Tyler is writing his own songs for a new CD.

Formal training: Tyler started piano lessons at 7 years of age and got his grade 6 piano level. He then switched to guitar lessons at age 13 and has been playing trumpet since grade 5. He continued on the trumpet at LDSS in the concert and jazz bands.

Time spent rehearsing, playing: Tyler practices about 5 hours a week, plus he plays every guitar at the store.

If you could play with anyone, who would you play with?: Great Big Sea, The Black Crows, Ben Harper.

Website: facebook profile called “fishn’chips”.

Len Wallace and The Diggers return to Two Creeks

Well-known area musicians Len Wallace and The Diggers return once again to the stage June 20 in the 15th annual Two Creeks Conservation Area Summer Concert Series.

Based in the Detroit and Windsor areas, they’ve made a name for themselves from Southwestern Ontario to northern Michigan, Chicago and Ohio for their spirited renditions of Scots and Irish folk music. And they’ll depart from the Celtic side to throw in contemporary North American folk and country, from Canada’s Stan Rogers to America’s Hank Williams.

Their delivery is powerful and passionate. Len on accordion, John L. Sullivan on acoustic guitar and Bill Misiuk on bass guitar, have been performing together for more than a decade.

Len has played an important part in promoting the accordion to its rightful place in the world and roots music. His Celto-Slavic fusion is a heady mix of Irish and Scottish Celtic melodies with Slavic Russian, Ukrainian and Balkan genres.

For more information on the group: http://celtmusic.tripod.com/

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.

Free Vacation Bible School at St. Paul’s Lutheran

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (corner of Sherk St. & Seacliff Dr.) will be holding their “Baobab Blast” Vacation Bible School - July 5-9 from 9 a.m. to noon each day for children in JK – Grade 6.

This is a fun-filled week with Bible stories, crafts, snacks, games and lots of great songs! Please call Heidi at 519-322-5482 for more information and registration.

119 Robson Rd. RR#1, Leamington 519-322-2384

Cardinal Carter Secondary School staff and students opened their wallets as well as their hearts to help with the Leamington Tornado Disaster Relief. The school was able to give over $1,000 to the needs of the community and local families. Cardinal Carter Principal, John Ulicny, presented a cheque to Samaritan’s Purse to help with local needs. (Photo Submitted)

Bike-to-Work Day at Southland Insurance

They take to the roads with only two thin tires between them and the unforgiving pavement. They are not daredevils or extreme-athlete-adrenaline-junkies.

They are bicyclists riding from Leamington, LaSalle, Windsor and Harrow to work at Southland Insurance Brokers Inc.

June 11 was Bike-to-Work Day and Southland Insurance Brokers Inc. had more than 100 employees participate this year.

Southland received the Gold Award in 2008/2009 from Health Action Windsor-Essex and the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit. More than 60 Southland staff members took part, biking over 860 kilometres and burning almost 50,000 calories.

Greg Andrew, a Senior Vice President with Southland Insurance, is also an avid bike rider. Greg is part of Team Southland, a long time cyclist and father to Ben Andrew who is also an avid cyclist. Greg participates in the BikeTo-Work program, cycling 50 kilometres from Leamington to Windsor. Unfortunately, Greg was unable to do the trek this year as he was still cleaning up around his house from the tornado damage.

The Gallery Restaurant

Tucked off the main street in Leamington at 11 Queens Ave. sits a jewel of a restaurant that offers one of the best outdoor dining experiences of any restaurant we have ever visited. You can’t really call what owners Tony and Ana Peixe have built beside the main restaurant a “patio”; rather, it is an exquisite dining location, serene and beautiful garden and outdoor lounge and gathering destination. Sitting on the patio is like sitting in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and probably mostly like somewhere in Portugal, which is what we think Tony was really trying to achieve.

Since 1993, the Gallery has been a work in progress. The restaurant and its menu has undergone a lot of work, but Tony and Ana say they almost have the place exactly where they want it. One of the biggest reasons is because they have been able to introduce many of the beloved, classic, homemade Portuguese dishes. The menu does feature many other classics such as grilled steaks, stir-fries and chicken parmesan, so there is something for those less adventurous; however, the signature dishes on this menu are definitely the authentic Portuguese dishes.

So to start off our trip to Portugal we sampled the shrimp piri-piri. This dish is simple shrimp fried on a

cooktop and tossed in a slightly spicy, smoky, garlicy sauce. It is one of those dishes that you are pretty happy that there is fresh bread served on the side because you definitely want to use it to soak up any of the sauce left in the bottom of the dish. Other classic appetizers include the seafood or meat rossois – these are essentially savory turnovers that are stuffed with either shrimp or beef and grilled chourico – grilled Portuguese sausage.

thing we will be back to sample! Finally we settled on the Chicken Currasco.

to keep the dish hot as you spoon it out over the rice and enjoy the evening.

Moving into the main course it was so difficult to decide exactly what to have as all the menu items sounded fantastic. Being a Portuguese restaurant the Gallery has a Bacalhau a Casa, one of the most well known and traditional dishes. It is essentially a fried cod dish with shrimp served over potatoes. The other dish that was very enticing was the Sardinahas Grelhandas or grilled sardines. A table next to us ordered this dish and it looked fantastic and definitely some-

This grilled chicken takes a little while to prepare, but is definitely well worth the wait if you have the time. With a slightly spicy sauce this chicken is grilled and then slow roasted with the bone on so you get one of the most flavourful and juicy pieces of chicken.

The other dish we sampled was the Ana’s Cateplana –essentially a seafood stew that includes cod, clams, shrimp and squid with a tomato based sauce. Served with rice, this dish comes in a beautiful stainless steel serving vessel that helps

The Gallery is not just a destination for dinner; they do have a number of dishes that are great for lunch including homemade soups, salads, sandwiches and seafood crepes. The Gallery also features a number of homemade deserts including homemade pie, but unfortunately for us they had such a good night when we visited that they were sold out. We opted instead for the chocolate mousse and it was a great choice – very creamy and decadent and definitely a great way to top off a wonderful evening!

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Y E S T E R D A Y I wish that today I could call you again. Have a meal Share a Hug Dance.

You are still there when I feel badly You continue to encourage me to forge on You help me to smile when perhaps I would frown. You are always near and in my heart. Yesterday’s gone, But thank goodness you are still a part of all my Todays. I n l o v i n g M e m o r y o f m y d e a r b r o t h e r F r e d W O m s t e a d Loveasalways,Shannon

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