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associated with it. “We look forward to a day when Chatham-Kent is a stigma-free community that provides timely access to addiction-related supports to those who need them,” Davis said in his report. “To get there, all of us have a part to play, and together, we can do this.” This past year, he said, had successful programs such as the prescription drug drop-off held May 11 in Chatham-Kent. With the help of the Chatham-Kent Police Service and many volunteers, to date the program has taken in over 9,000 narcotic pills and just over 450 pounds of non-narcotic pills, with this year up 67 per cent over the previous year. This program has been running since 2014 with the CKPS and continues to grow each year. Up for consideration this year by local judges and the Crown Attorney’s office is the Chatham-Kent Therapeutic Drug Treatment Court.
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Davis said it has been on hold for the past three years. The program is designed to provide a diversion-like alternative to clients to help reduce substance abuse among non-violent offenders and to increase the likelihood of successful rehabilitation. He said they will have more information on the program once it has been reviewed. The CKSAC would lead the program and partner with police, area methadone clinics, mental health, Westover Treatment Centre and the Human Service and Justice Co-ordinating Committee. The CKDAC also runs the an-
nual Racing Against Drugs program for elementary school students that features area police agencies teaching kids about the dangers of substance use, how important it is recognize and say no to drugs and alcohol – all in a fun atmosphere. Emily Guerin, Harm Reduction Co-ordinator and Jordynne Lindsay, Public Health Nurse for CK Public Health, spoke at the AGM about the results of the local study on Opioid Use and Related Harms in Chatham-Kent that came out in February of this year. According to the study, in 2017 CK residents were prescribed
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The distribution of Naloxone kits by C-K Public Health has helped reduce death due to overdose, and is saving lives, but CKPS Const. Nelson Das Neves, a member of the Drug Investigation Unit, said the use of Naloxone is somewhat of a “double-edged sword” among people with substance use issues. He said for some people, there were certain drugs they stayed away from like the stronger fentanyl or crystal meth because of the danger of overdose, but with the safety net of Naloxone, they feel freer to try harder drugs and “push their limits.” With the start of the Patch for Patch program in 2015 for fentanyl pain patches, he said the instance of the patches on the streets almost “instantaneously” declined. The program has pharmacists dispensing, for example, 10 patches and requiring the patient to bring the 10 used patches back to the pharmacy to dispose of before the person is given any more patches. Heroin and cocaine are also used in the area, as well as crack cocaine and meth, which are far more dangerous, and cause the more bizarre behaviours of users. “Meth is far more dangerous and a major problem in our area, very cheap to buy and causes more collateral damage,” Das Neves said. The CKDAC will be bringing more information to the community in the months to come, with its community partners, including a new walk-in treatment clinic run by the Chatham Kent Health Alliance at 47 Emma St., set to open shortly.
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The common understanding should lead to fewer disputes. “If it open doors to stay in housing longer or to get housing, it’s a wonderful thing,” Canniff said. “It’s one more tool we can use to get people housed in Chatham-Kent.” He said each side has its tales of problems from the other side, but “the vast majority want to comply and want to be good tenants or good landlords.” Canniff said just by tak-
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Wicks to capture Mountain Games By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com
Local shutterbug Kyle Wicks has a photo and video shoot in Vail, Colo. this week for GoPro. It’s all part of the annual GoPro Mountain games, a celebration of adventure sports, art and music. Wicks said he really doesn’t know what to expect. “It will be a variety of shooting action and athletes, and me participating in activities,” he said. GoPro has me filling out a survey to give them a better idea of what I’d like to do.” Wicks is well known locally for being one of the guys who climbed atop the Boardwalk on Thames building and out onto the crane several years ago for some incredible night shots of Chatham, as well as for his outdoor photography work around the province. The Chatham Voice has repeatedly featured Wicks’ work including some one-of-a-kind winter photos in Chatham-Kent such as one from on the ice at sunset at Erieau. His photos have been featured in various magazines and websites, and he has been a member of the GoPro photography team for a couple of years now. He’s looking forward to the challenge at the Mountain Games, as well as the camaraderie. Wicks said he’s looking forward to meeting other GoPro team members and discussing their images and their creative thinking. “I’m just thankful for the opportunity,” he said. “It’s taken two or three years to get to this point. It’s a learning curve for me. “A couple of years ago, when I first started shooting, I was looking at these GoPro people and thinking it was amazing what they were doing. I was inspired,” he continued. “Now that I’m here, it’s really rewarding to see the hard work and time pay off. “I know I’ve put the time and
take place in Vail, Colo. from business, and really help him June 6 to 9. GoPro is sending move from the idea stage and Wicks and covering all his ex- on to an established business,” penses. said Taylor Hughes, Economic This is not the first time GoPro Development Officer with Chahas worked with Wicks. His tham-Kent Economic Develwork has been featured 15 times opment. “Kyle has the passion on the GoPro Instagram account, and skill needed for his work which has more than 15 million and one of the things I like most followers, and one of his images about working with him is that was selected as the main image he is humble and always willing at a GoPro signature event. to hear new ideas. He’s going to As part of Wicks long-term go far.” plans, he has been working with To see Wicks’ work, go to instathe Chatham-Kent Small Busi- gram.com/k_wicksy/. ness Centre to develop a strategy for establishing a Drop by . . . Relax . . . Enjoy the food business. “I have b e e n working with Kyle to help him Open Daily for Lunch and Dinner! set up a business 11521 Wildwood Line, Rondeau p l a n , (Just outside the park gate) look at oppor519-674-0006 tunities www.rondeaujoes.com • rondeaujoes@hotmail.com for his
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the work into it. I put myself in positions to capture once-in-alifetime shots. It’s a rewarding feeling.” Perfect images may land in a photographer’s lap like a winning lottery ticket, but luck only takes a person so far. Wicks is familiar with planning the photographs, right down to time of day, weather, framing and even the phases of the moon. “Some of my shots, it is kind of luck, but at the same time, I do put in a lot of behind-the-scenes work, such as checking sunset times, times to go out when it’s best to shoot subjects such as the Milky Way. And there is a lot of editing time,” he said. “It’s a learning curve to me. If you got to a spot during the day, it may give you a beautiful shot. But if you go when there’s the right light, it becomes really special. I’m learning to get up at 4 a.m. rather than 7:30 a.m. to get the shot.” As for what exactly he will be doing at the Mountain Games, no one is telling him much of
anything at this point. “I’ve been trying to talk to a few people to try to get an idea of what we will be doing, but they’re keeping it a secret. They just tell me to be prepared for a good time,” he said. But Wicks will be somewhat out of his element. He’s done a plethora of landscape photography, with and without people in his photos. But now there will be added action. “These will be different. It will be more highpaced sports shots,” he said. “I’m just honoured to take part.” Beyond the Mountain Games, Wicks said he’s hoping to firm up travel plans for later in the summer. Until then, he’ll have to be content being a weekend photography warrior, working around his full-time job. The Mountain Games
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Drugs know no boundaries It is no surprise to anyone living in Chatham-Kent that there is definitely a drug problem in our community. One simply has to read the police incident reports or a be front-line health care worker to see the real harm substance use can bring to individuals and families fighting addiction. The Chatham-Kent Drug Awareness Council, with board members made of community partners from mental health, public health, pharmacists, council members and police, is making strides in identifying the problems locally through real numbers, real people and those who are equipped to help. With the C-K Public Health opioid study completed in February, quantitative facts are now available, and although the numbers may be low due to issues with how opioid poisoning deaths and ER visits are compiled, it is a starting point to plan for the future. Looking at what is helping the problem and what is hurting, C-K Public Health is moving forward to create community solutions to a community problem. The first is identifying root causes to prevent substance use in the first place and making people aware that opioid use knows no social boundaries – rich, poor, educated, no formal education – anyone is susceptible to become dependent on prescription drugs. The second is educating the public, including prescribers and priority populations about the potential harm of opioid use, and reducing the stigma so no one is afraid to seek help, and the third is better access to treatment, an emergency response plan and collaboration/coordination of services for people with a substance use problem. The problem here isn’t going to go away on its own, and the police, community agencies and treatment facilities need the public’s help and support to make some headway. The amount of theft to support substance use has become frustrating for everyone involved, but instead of judging and saying, “Lock them all up,” how about we use our compassion and capacity for good to volunteer, support monetarily, and generally be helpful to agencies like CKDAC who are trying to find solutions that work for everyone involved? As Brad Davis, president of the Drug Awareness Council said, we all have a part to play in ending the harms that come from substance use and helping make our community a better place for all its residents.
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Tax hikes slow economic growth Sir: Economic growth is impossible if you keep raising taxes. Recently, Mayor Canniff reported to the Chamber of Commerce the local economy is growing. Bonus! Then why the tax hike? Did they not tell the new council before raising taxes? With all this good news, how about a retraction? The mayor hopes for speculators to build more industrial spaces. Good luck, since the cost for new construction is twice the value of old empty ones, doubling property taxes, raising lease rates.
You might have a chance if you lowered the tax rates. But of course you can’t do that unless you reduce the size of the municipal payroll costs. Heaven forbid council do something requiring fiscal management, fairness or integrity. Makes us think they’ve become one of them, drawn to the dark side. Every tax hike leaves less in the pockets of average Jacks and Jills who trudge up and down the hill to fetch a pail of taxes. There’s no growth
when the government takes the profits; it’s a zero sum. It is possible to attract newcomers, so attract them. The city needs to make cost cuts to send a message that it is serious about new business, not filling up abandoned ones. During the decline in population, the city payroll blossomed by over 500 staff and taxes are up 70 per cent since 1995. No one finds this attractive. Especially when we have to fork over a money for the police
chief to go to school. How is it possible the basic economics are void within our economic department? Jamie Rainbird, the economic development manager, stated the department is now undertaking a “boots-onthe ground-approach.” He left out previous business surveys had nearly zero response. Now you have to go knock on doors? You get your financial affairs in order and “they will come.” Robert Hakker Chatham
Remembering anniversary of D-Day Sir: On June 6, 1944, I arrived by boat on Juno Beach in Normandy, France, with the Canadian Scottish Regiment. My role was in the mortar platoon. On June 17, I was based in a barn, anticipating an attack that never came. I went into a nearby shed
to disarm the grenades when one exploded, resulting in the loss of my right arm. When I returned to Canada, I became a member of The War Amps, which was started by amputee veterans returning from the First
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In Normandy, many Canadians died or suffered wounds that they had to carry for the rest of their lives. As we mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day, it’s important that we never forget. Allan Bacon Toronto
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Classic car TV personality and expert Wayne Carini will be on hand as a celebrity judge for RetroFest this year as part of the RM 40 celebrations.
As the RM 40th Anniversary weekend quickly approaches on June 21-22, RM Sotheby’s and RetroFest continue to release additional details. In Tecumseh Park on June 22, there will be a host of free activities alongside the Kent Historic Auto Club (KHAC) RetroFest car show in downtown Chatham. The annual Optimist Soap Box Derby and Ms. RetroFest contest, staples of the RetroFest weekend, will take place at 9 a.m. and noon respectively. As a special addition for the RM 40th Anniversary celebration year, the park will showcase a Country Hoe Down with local bands The Chasers and
Dirt Country. The music will begin at 2 p.m. and a beverage garden will be available for attendees to enjoy refreshments throughout the performances. Hagerty Insurance will also join in the fun at Tecumseh Park. Hagerty is dedicated to helping ensure the future of the classic car hobby by Driving the Passion for Classics and providing young people unique access to classic car-related experiences. At the Hagerty Insurance Car Shop, children can learn how to change a tire and change the oil of an engine, helping to foster the next generation of the collector car hobby. Just down the road at RM Sotheby’s headquarters, Hagerty will also host
Ride and Drives where those new to the hobby can enjoy a ride in iconic classic cars. A free shuttle from Downtown Chatham to RM Headquarters will be provided. A shuttle schedule and map is available at rm40th.com. Another new attraction to celebrate the RM 40th Anniversary will be the Lego Area. This will be an opportunity for kids to interact with Lego Specialists and build cars and other innovative Lego designs before racing them on a Lego racetrack. Also new for 2019, the park will feature The Reading Dome, home to comfy chairs where children can enjoy books as read aloud. Continued on page 8
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out Saturday as well. “We wanted to offer families an experience in the park this year that will be unforgettable,” said Rob Myers, Chairman of RM Sotheby’s, in a media release. “This is a special year for myself and my family. Our family enjoys RetroFest every year and I hope the community will enjoy this year’s edition more than ever.” The KHAC Car Show will also feature celebrity judges, including none other than Wayne Carini, host of hit TV series Chasing Classic Cars. Carini is an expert car restorer, Ferrari enthusiast and an American TV
personality. He has done body and paintwork on rare car collections owned by David Letterman, tennis great Ivan Lendl and the DuPont family. He has been featured in the New York Times as well as numerous automobile magazines, starred in two one-hour television specials on Discovery’s Velocity channel, and is the host of Chasing Classic Cars, in its 13th season, also on Velocity. Carini is a long-time friend of Myers and the RM Sotheby’s team, who look forward to welcoming him to the Classic Car Capital of Canada. The Car Show will also
host Hagerty’s Youth Judges program. Designed primarily for youth ages eight to 14, the Youth Judging Program brings the world of classics to a kid-friendly level. The Youth Judges are guided through the show field as a group to pre-selected show cars and interact with owners, allowing the judges to learn details, history and fun facts about each. A simplified score card is used, which highlights five basic categories. And new this year will be a prize for one lucky Youth Judge participant. All of these activities will follow and precede
two concerts on the 40th anniversary weekend, with Sam Roberts Band and local act Walkin’ 47 performing in Tecumseh Park on the evening of June 21, and Big Sugar and local act Superfly performing at the Capitol Theatre on the evening of June 22. Tickets are available at cktickets.com. The RM Sotheby’s team looks forward to celebrating with the Chatham-Kent and collector car community. Additional information including a full schedule and the weekend’s community activities and entertainment can be found at rm40th.com.
Vercouteren to run for Greens The Chatham Voice
A familiar face will be on the federal campaign trail leading up to the Canadian federal election scheduled for Oct. 21. The Green Party of Canada announced Mark Vercouteren as its candidate for the federal riding of Cha-
tham-Kent-Leamington. Vercouteren grew up in Chatham-Kent, spending his teenage years at his family’s fruit stand and greenhouse business, as well as working for various farmers over the years. He is an experienced campaigner with a love for his community. Having run for the Green Party of Ontario three times previously, as well as for the Green Party of Canada in 2015, he brings a high level of experience to present Green ideas to the people of Chatham-Kent-Leamington.
The Green Party candidate looks forward to meeting with residents over the coming months to discuss ideas for building a strong, sustainable, and compassionate comMark Vercouteren munity. For more information on Vercouteren and his campaign, contact FB Mark Vercouteren, markvercoutern@greenparty.ca or 519-437-0264.
Kolls wraps up concert series The Chatham Voice
The final concert of the 2018-19 Saturdays at 7 at St. Andrew’s concert series on June 8 will feature Marty Kolls in concert. Kolls, a Canadian singer-songwriter, brings the energy of her East Coast upbringing, classical music
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loved New Brunswick. She also speaks of her time living and working in Asia as a musician and teacher when her appreciation for privileged life was awakened. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There will be a free will offering (suggested donation of $10 per adult).
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82 BRAEMAR $775,000
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80 MORNING GLORY $589,000 3br, 3 bath brick rancher, 3 gas f/p’s, full finished basement & attch’d double garage. Pristine condition. Call Bev 519-358-8805.
7144 GRANDE RIVER LINE $949,900 Custom built Crago built classic 2 storey on the water. 4br’s, 5.5 baths, 4 car garage. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.
9143 WOODLAND $558,000 Exclusive Wilson’s Bush. 3br, 3 bath 2 storey home with i/g pool & main level master. Call Patrick 519-360-0141.
New Listing 564 INDIAN CREEK RD. W. $609,900 Custom built stunning, 3br, 4 bath 2 storey home in move-in condition. Call Gus 519-355-8668 or Heather 519-355-8666.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 8 • 1-3PM 83 VALENCIA • $529,900 AGENT: DAVID SMITH Approximately 2273 sq ft + basement, 4+1 br, 4 bath 2 storey currently under construction. Call David 519-350-1615.
New Listing 30 NORTHERN PINE $458,000
Long list of extra’s in this 3br, 2.5 bath 2 storey with heated i/g sports pool. Call Patrick 519-360-0141.
5084 TALBOT, MERLIN $688,888 3br, 2.5 bath 2100 sq ft ranch perched on the Talbot Trail, Lake Erie Bluff. Panoramic waterfront views. Call Brian K 519-365-6090.
New Listing 67 SCHOONER $299,900
Lovely fully finished 2+2br, 2 bath bi-level backing onto greenspace & walking trail. Call Deb R 519-401-5470.
7 FAIRCOURT $629,000
3+1br, 3 bath ranch. This could be your forever home. Call Patrick 519-360-0141.
11 HENRY O’WAY $599,900
Elegant custom brick 4br, 3 bath brick 2 storey with gorgeous gardens & manicured lawn. Call Elliot 519358-8755 or Penny 519-360-0315.
875 CHARING CROSS $579,900
Stately Tudor style, 2.5 storey home with 2.98 acres of land including approx 2 ac’s of bush. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.
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87 LANDINGS PASS $359,900
3br, 2.5 bath immaculate ranch with a fully finished lower level and a beautifully landscaped patio. Call Ron S 519-360-7729 or Brandice 226-626-4838.
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11 SENECA $299,900
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136 KING ST S, HIGHGATE • $299,900
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11 GOLDENROD $379,000
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340 ROSS, ERIEAU $279,900
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Large, spacious 3br, 1.5 storey on a dead-end street. Call Jackie 519-436-9030.
All brick raised ranch with 3+2br’s, situated on a 1.34 acre lot with a private beach nearby and tennis courts and trails. Call Darren 226-627-8580.
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V/L FRONT LINE, BLENHEIM • $79,900
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Central downtown executive office building with space for rent. Call Sylvia 519355-8189.
7627 RIVERVIEW LINE $825,000
Quality custom built home on a beautiful river lot. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.
D L SO 393 BALDOON #38 • $179,900
Immaculate, updated 3br, 1.5 bath townhouse condo with many updates. Call Cindy 519-351-1952.
33 WYANDOTT $294,900 3+1br, 2 bath ranch home in a great area with 2 car attch’d garage. Call George 519-360-7334.
13119 LONGWOODS, THAMESVILLE $329,900
2 separate comm buildings, 1 with retail & office, the other for auto body building, repair & detailing. Call Brian Peifer 519-436-2669.
This 4-plex has had some renovations. Each unit has 1br & 1 bath & each with separate utilities. Call Amber 519784-5310.
52 GRAND, WALLACEBURG • $514,900 1st time listed. 3br, 1.5 bath executive 2 storey brick home with many updates & i/g pool. Call Wayne 519-436-4810.
New Listing 829 BLOOMFIELD $90,000
Triangle shaped vacant lot that is almost an acre. Current zoning is open space. Call Kristen 519-784-7653.
8575 MIDDLE LINE, CHARING CROSS • $229,900
5 plex in nice community having 3-1br units & 2-2br units. Great opportunity. Call Ron 519-360-7729 or Brandice 226-626-4838.
New Listing 32 SAUGEEN $289,000
Well maintained 4+1br, 1.5 bath 2 storey on manicured corner lot. Call Amber 519-784-5310.
10 VILLA $279,900 Well appointed 2+1br, 2 bath bungalow with new stainless steel kitchen appliances. Call David 519-350-1615.
New Listing 100 BURTON $258,000
Tidy 3br brick ranch with 28x26 double garage. Call Patrick 519-360-0141.
150-180 WALLACE, WALLACEBURG • $400,000 8.24 ac industrial vacant lot located on the river. Call Kelly-Anne 519-365-7155.
94 OTTAWA $289,900
3br, 2 bath well maintained 4 level side split with beautiful i/g pool. Call Lisa 519-365-7325.
D L SO 89 LANSDOWNE $220,000
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Hime for Help morphs into RISE House
By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com Bruce Corcoran/The Chatham Voice
The non-profit organization Hime for Help has rebranded recently to RISE House, to better reflect its expanded reach and expanded support structure. Members of the RISE board, from left, Brock McGregor, Tom Slager, Emily Hime, Brian Knowler, Jean Douma, Kirsten Ramsey, Ange Awrey and John Lyons marked the launch this week.
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Real Estate FAQ’s Q: We’ve heard it’s a “hot market” and are considering moving. Should we be buying first, or selling first? A: This is a very common question, and a good conversation to have with your REALTOR® because the answer depends on a few factors: What price range are you looking to go into, and how readily available do homes in this range become available? What are your personal motivations? What is your tolerance to risk, and financially can you put yourself in the situation of possibly owning two homes for a period of time?
Buying first The pros of buying first, are that you don’t necessarily have the pressure of time like you would if your home was sold, and you have a closing date looming. You’re more likely to find exactly what you want, instead of settling for something due to time restraints. If you do lose out in an offer situation, chances are you’ll be less emotional because you still have a place to live. You’ll want to discuss beforehand with your financial institution if this is even an option for you and if you qualify for bridge financing, which will help cover the costs until your home sells.
Change has come for the homegrown charity Hime for Help that has spent the past seven years helping children in Haiti. Charity founder Emily Hime said it has rebranded as RISE House and will expand its focus to help more than just children in the impoverished Caribbean nation. “I became morally conflicted a few years ago after noticing the orphanage crisis in Haiti. I had realized we were putting a Band-Aid on a much bigger issue – poverty,” she said. “I was seeing families being torn apart. Parents were giving up their children to these orphanages or abandoning them at orphanage doors – not because they don’t love their child, but because they believed that an orphanage would provide their child with a better life.” To that end, RISE House will seek to have a bigger impact than Hime for Help, which focused on Maison Ke Kontan children’s home. Hime said the plan now is to not only help children, but to empower entire families. In fact, “RISE” stands for Responsible Inspiration to Succeed and Empower. “We want to provide them the resources they need to care and provide for their children. There
are so many talented, dedicated and hard-working people in Haiti that simply just do not have the resources or opportunities to rise above,” she said. “We want to change this. We want to give people the tools they need to succeed by offering training, education, microloans for business start-up costs, teaching about sustainability and agriculture, and providing them a safe place to learn and grow.” Such growth, Hime said, will help empower people. “We know we cannot change Haiti as a whole, but if we can work towards changing one life at a time, that is good enough,” she said. “It’s about giving one family an opportunity to rise above their current circumstances and be able to provide for their children.” The training programs are geared towards entrepreneurship, and will be geared to accommodate those who are illiterate (nearly four in 10 people in Haiti are unable to read or write). Classes will also be offered in health and nutrition, maternal health and childbirth, as well as sustainability and agriculture. Hime said it was time for her charity to evolve. “First of all, I think the organization has grown. I went down to Haiti when I was 19. I have grown as
well,” she said. “The organization has become much bigger than myself – it’s time to remove my name from it and to create a more generic and inclusive organization.” To that end, Maison Ke Kontan will transition to a safe haven for women and children. Hime said the children currently under care at the home will remain with the charity organization. “But our ultimate goal is to work with some of the children’s extended family and put them through our programming to empower them as well,” she said. Where possible, they will work towards family reunification, but for orphans with no known family members, Hime said they will remain in the care of RISE House. For seven years, Hime has been helping children in Haiti. She offers a friendly warning to people who help her and want to aid first-hand in Haiti. “Before anyone comes to Haiti, I give them this warning: Your life will be forever wrecked. I don’t mean that in a negative way, but something happens to you when your plane touches down. Your life, your mission, your thought process all change when you give what’s in your hand to someone who can never pay you back,” Hime said.
Call your LOCAL REALTOR® today! Sponsored by The cons are that once you find and secure another home, you might have problems matching up closing dates. This could mean two things: You are financially carrying the burden of two homes for a period of time, or you may be homeless temporarily if your selling closing date is before the closing of your new home. You can make your offer to buy conditional on the sale of your current home, but the downside to that is that it’s less desirable to the seller and in a “hot market” might not be competitive enough in a multiple offer situation.
Selling first The pros of selling first, are that you know exactly what the proceeds from the sale and the closing date are for your home. For those that financially can’t carry the burden of two homes, this may be the only option. The cons are that you will be on a time crunch to find something by or near your closing date. This might mean you settle for a home that doesn’t meet everything on your wish list in order to have somewhere to go. It also means that if you don’t find something you like right away, you might end up between homes for a time.
Have a back up plan Your best option is to have a back-up plan. Do you have family that you can temporarily live with and put your belongings in storage until you find a home? If you’re in the midst of a mortgage term, talk to your lender and see what kind of fees there may be if you break your term early and don’t go directly into another mortgage until you find a home. This may or may not be a deciding factor on whether this is an option for you. Whichever way works best for you, pre-planning with your REALTOR® is the best way to navigate this process.
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Parade of Homes returns June 8 thing to see plans for a house, but it’s another thing to walk through a finished home and get a feeling for square footage, ceiling height, cabinet work ... just everything.” The parade is more than just taking a gander at these homes, as it is a chance to meet the people who built them, Rumble said. Considering how busy everyone is, he said it’s an excellent chance for people to talk to the builders to see if opting to have a home built for you is a good fit. The Parade of Homes is a collaborative effort by the home builders’ association, Rumble said, which is a close-knit, supportive group. “The whole association gets along really well. We all work to-
gether here and want to support Chatham-Kent,” he said. “We are compet-
ing, but at the same time, we are working together.”
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As hot as homes are selling these days in Chatham-Kent, organizers of the annual Parade of Homes expect a busy time of it on Saturday. That’s when members of the Chatham-Kent Home Builders’ Association showcase six custom homes in the municipality. Maple City Homes, Rumble Homes, Multi Construction, and Depencier Builders are opening the homes to public viewing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Chatham, Dresden and Thamesville. Homes are showcased at 610 Daylight Pt., 10 Riverview Dr., 167 Hudson Dr., and 16 Cabot Tr. in Chatham; as well as 30128 Jane Rd. in Thamesville; and 295 Davies St. in Dresden. All are homes that have been custom-built for their owners. John Rumble of Rumble Homes said the builders’ association looks forward to the Parade of Homes. “It’s been a big event for the association. There are not many chances where you get to walk through finished homes, let alone custom homes,” Rumble said of new builds. “Usually, you have some spec houses to go through, but every now and then we can showcase some special customs.” He added home builders love to show off how they can customize new
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Ursuline Sisters hope to sell Villa Angela By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com
The Ursuline Sisters hope to soon sell off their home in Chatham, but plan to continue to live there. Villa Angela on McNaughton Avenue, pending a final review, will be sold to Jarlette Health Services, which will in turn lease the space back to the sisters. The sisters moved into the facilty in
2006. Sister Theresa Campeau, community leader for the Ursuline Sisters in Chatham, said the sisters decided back in 2017 to eventually seek a buyer for the property, which houses more than 50 of the sisters. But the selling opportunity popped up faster than anticipated. “We indicated we were looking at our future and wanted to make a decision while we could still
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Many of us dream of having a pool in our backyards and being able to go for a refreshing dip whenever we want. But a pool is not just a huge purchase, it’s also a huge responsibility. We have all heard of tragic accidents involving swimming pools, but with a few precautions and a bit of common sense, you can be sure that these unfortunate events do not take place in your backyard. A safe pool starts with its proper installation by reputable experts who can ensure that everything is done according to your municipality’s safety regulations. The best way to prevent unwanted accidents is to be aware of the potential risks, knowing how to prevent them and having the necessary skills to react quickly and appropriately if an accident should occur. Even if you have a shallow pool, those who use it must know how to swim. Never underestimate how easy it is to drown, even in small amounts of water. Regular pool users should know CPR, how to use your pool’s safety equipment and your first aid kit. With a few precautions and a bit of common sense, you can ensure that your swimming pool will remain a fun place where friends and family can cool off during the hot summer months. Don’t be embarrassed to run down the list of rules and safety precautions whenever new guests come for a dip. Even going over this list with regular visitors is a smart idea. Insisting that young children and those who do not know how to swim wear a properly fitting lifejacket whenever they are in the pool may seem a bit extreme, but the alternative can be a lot worse. Keep your pool a fun and safe place; you’ll never regret it!
be making them with the greatest involvement of our community members,” she said of her aging order. “There was no immediate pressure to go out and find a buyer. But possibilities opened up to us and we explored them.” If all goes as planned, Campeau said the deal could be completed at the end of the year. “This decision also supports our collective desire to remain in Chatham-Kent and to continue to be active in the area long into the future,” Campeau said. The collective hope of the Sisters was to find a potential purchaser who held similar values with a care focused core purpose and they identified in Jarlette Health Services an organization which could be part of the way forward, she added. “In conversation, we quickly recognized that
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Villa Angela, owned by the Ursuline Sisters since 2006, could soon change hands, but the sisters will rent it back.
we, the Ursulines, and Jarlette Health Services together, endeavour to follow in the footsteps of our founders, and remain committed to those we serve in a spirit of openness, devotion and compassion,” Campeau said. “As we prepare to let go of the ownership of Villa Angela, we believe that our call to be a compas-
Five tips for safe boating Taking care and being aware are just as important when boating as they are when driving. Many boating accidents are preventable, so take a look at the following tips before your next boating trip in order to reduce your risk of having an accident. 1. Always wear a personal flotation device (PFD) A brightly coloured PFD is much like a seat belt; it greatly increases your chances of survival in many situations. It prolongs your body’s ability to fight hypothermia by reducing heat loss, and it keeps you afloat if you’re knocked unconscious or are feeling weak. Make sure the fit of your PFD is appropriate for your weight and activity (fishing, jet ski, kayak, etc.). 2. Do not drink alcohol Alcohol slows down your reflexes and dulls your ability to react to the unexpected. The effects are amplified by the sun, wind and movement of the water, which in turn affects your vision and balance. Not only does alcohol increase your chances of an accident or falling into the water, it reduce your chances of survival in an emergency. 3. Take a boating course For your own safety and for the safety of other boaters, you should know the proper driving techniques, rules to follow and navigation basics for your type of boat. 4. Be prepared Make sure you have on board all the necessary equipment for your type of vessel, such as anchor, radio, buoys and navigation lights. Know where you’re going and respect the maximum load capacity of your boat.
sionate presence and witness to the Gospel will continue to be our motivation and purpose in life.” She anticipates a seamless transition for the Ursuline members at the Villa. For 159 years, the Ursuline Sisters have lived and worked in Chatham Kent. Mother Xavier Le
Bihan and her companions arrived in May, 1860 at the request of the people of Chatham and were soon involved in education and other areas of ministry. The sisters opened Villa Angela in 2006. The main building and the associated townhouses have a living capacity for 65 people.
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Daddy-daughter dance set for June 8 By Mary Beth Corcoran mary@chathamvoice.com
For the sixth year, girls and their fathers will have a fun date night with dancing, games and fun, but this year will have a little extra thanks to generous community donors. The Chatham-Kent Children’s Safety Village said TekSavvy is
the Décor Sponsor and will be providing “The Wizard of Oz” theme for the WINMAR Daddy & Daughter Dance on June 14. “This is the first time that we have had a theme, so we are very excited to have the support of WINMAR, TekSavvy, Pure Dance Academy, Thompsons Limited, the Knights of Columbus Father James As-
sembly, and can’t wait to see CKTickets.com or by calling Run and now the big ballroom the expressions of all the girls 519.354.8338. The cost is $50/ at the Bradley Centre. attending this year,” said Barb Couple (one dad/one daugh“We had 250 people last year, Lovell, Executive Director of ter) and each additional daugh- and now at the Bradley Centre, the Chatham-Kent Children’s ter is $10. we can reach that many more Safety Village. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the people with new sponsors this This event has generated John D Bradley Convention year,” she explained. “It’s been support from the community Centre, with pizza at 6 p.m. slowly growing and it’s so exsupporting the Chatham-Kent as well as an Endless Sundae citing with TekSavvy coming Children’s Safety Village. Bar, Dance with Party Time DJ on board with the Wizard of Oz “There is never a dress code; until 9 p.m., Unlimited Photo theme, it’s going to blow the everyone can just come as you Booth by Captured Moments, kids’ minds.” are,” Lovell noted. “Having the and Card Wizard of Oz theme this year is M a k i n g really going to be spectacular with the and the community has really P a p e r come out to support this event.” Pickle. She added, this year, there will T h e July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 be some extra surprises. event has August 5, 12, 19, 26 “We will be giving away a few g r o w n • Learn to ride, groom, tickets thanks to Thompsons over the $ lead, saddle and care +tax Ltd., some random lucky girls y e a r s , for ponies and horses. • Experienced instructors. Specialty will be drawn to get their hair L o v e l l • Trail riding daily. Camps. done up for the event thanks to n o t e d , • Fun games, theme days, Call for St. Clair College Hair Stylists f r o m Pricing rodeo day and lots more. class, Value Village will be pro- its start viding discount racks for dads at the and daughters, and Collins S a f e t y Formal Wear will have a rental Vi l l a g e , 837 Gregory Dr., package for dads to rent a suit t h e n Chatham, N7M 5J7 and have his vest and tie match D e e r his daughter’s dress,” Lovell explained. She said some dads bring all their daughters, including one dad who brought four, and some people bring their whole neighbourhood. Tickets are on sale at • Neutral Shoe - Cushioned footwear emphasizes
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The main force behind the public push for a new arena in Chatham is at the centre of alleged fraud. In a social media post recently, Henry Kroeker, owner of the Southern Ontario Motor Speedway in South Buxton, accused Nathan Trudell of misrepresenting himself as an employee of the track while out seeking sponsorships for the facility. Trudell, in previously published reports, denied such actions, saying instead that he was seeking sponsorship for a private suite he claimed he had approval to build at the track. Kroeker, also in previously published reports, denied Trudell had
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Pebble art night offered at Library The Chatham Voice Thursday, June 6, 2019 • Herb Your Enthusiasm. 6:30pm. Registration is a must! 519-351-1531. Converting discarded books into herb planters. We provide the supplies, you provide the enthusiasm. •Join Vellinga’s Travel and Globus Family of Brands at the Active Lifestyle Centre, 20 Merritt Ave., Chatham at 1:00pm for a presentation for the upcoming 2020 Scotland, England and Ireland tour. 12 day trip jam-packed with fun from start to finish. Come with questions, leave with answers. Call 519-352-5633 to save a seat. • Open euchre at The Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham at 1:00pm. Everyone Welcome. Friday, June 7, 2019 • PA Day drop in at the Wallaceburg District Museum, 505 King St., Wallaceburg. 10:00am-1:00pm. Crafts, a new scavenger hunt. All welcome. Donations welcome. • Free Movie Night at the Wallaceburg District Museum, Jeanne Gordon Hall, 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. All welcome, donations welcome, snacks available.
Monday, June 10, 2019 • Open Euchre (1:00pm) at The Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham. Everyone Welcome. Tuesday, June 11, 2019 • Movie at the Chatham branch of the CKPL. Serenity (14A) starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway & Diane Lane will be shown at 2:00pm. All are welcome. $2 donation suggested at the door. • Donate Blood! Your donation matters. St. Clair College - Healthplex, 1001 Grand Ave. W., Chatham. 1:00pm7:00pm. Bring a friend, save lives together. Visit blood.ca.
• Free PA Day program at First Reformed Church, cnr of Lacroix and Indian Creek Rd., Chatham. 8:30am-3:30pm. Ages 4-10. Featuring Johnny Hopman, ventriloquist and voice illusionist & Petsmart (small animal care) Crafts, music, stories, exercises and sports. Lunch and snacks provided at no cost. Call 519-351-0046 for early registration as space is limited. 1strefrm@ciaccess.com.
Thursday, June 13, 2019 • Father’s Day Perch Luncheon at the Active Lifestyle Centre. Doors open at 11:00am. $19.95 includes perch, baked beans, baked potato, coleslaw and homemade desserts. Pick up your tickets today or call the Centre at 519-352-5633 for more details.
Saturday, June 8, 2019 • IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s. With no cure in sight, we need to raise funds to continue to offer our support to programs and services. Please register in advance at walkforalzheimers.ca or call 519-352-1043 and speak to Crystal D. • All former cadets, officers, and civilian instructors are invited to the 2861 RCEME Cadet Corps 50th Anniversary Alumni Reunion (fellowship/dinner) at 1800hrs (6:00pm) at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 143 - 1570 Marantette Ave., Windsor. Members free, guests tickets are $10 each. To register visit: Facebook 2861 RCEME 50th Anniversary or contact Phil Ouellette at 519-819-9788 or bodocomo@hotmail.com • Saturday Morning Breakfast at First Presbyterian Church, Chatham (corner of Fifth St and Wellington). A delicious nutritious breakfast served free of charge every Saturday morning from 9:30am-11:00am. Everyone is most welcome. • Saturday at 7 at St. Andrew’s United Church, Chatham presents Marty Kolls: In Concert. Canadian singer/songwriter Marty Kolls bring her East Coast, classical music, and life experiences to her performances. Free will offering (suggested $10/adult) Doors open at 6:30pm. All are welcome! www.standrewschatham.org. • Summer meat draw (4:00pm-6:00pm) and dance (4:30pm-9:30pm) featuring Marquis. At The Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham. Everyone Welcome. • National Lawn Bowling Day. Join the challenge by downloading the new ParticipACTION app. Let’s get active together. 10:00am-4:00pm. Chatham Lawn Bowling Club, Tecumseh Park.
Chris Pepper of Pepper Plumbing in Woodstock alongside his wife Jess and their dog Jalapeno are seen with Luce Cools picking up their new 2019 Sport Rebel Crew Cab pickup. Already second generation buyers, this is the Pepper’s 2nd vehicle from Luce. Enjoy your new truck and thank you for returning to Chatham to buy!
• Are you a new landlord? Chatham-Kent Landlord Association is hosting an information & Steak fundraiser at 6:00pm at the Imperial Club, 22 Payne St., Chatham. $25/ticket. Proceeds support Children’s Treatment Centre. Guest speaker - Mayor Darrin Canniff. For tickets email chathamkentlandlordassoc@gmail.com. Wednesday, June 12, 2019 • Pepper (1:00pm) and fun darts (7:30pm) at the Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham. Everyone Welcome.
• Meal (5:15pm-6:30pm), open darts (7:30pm) and Catch the Ace (drawn at 6:30pm) at the Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham. Choice of Hot Hamburg, roast beef or fish & chips for $10. Everyone Welcome.
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• Open euchre (1:00pm) at The Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham. All Welcome.
• St. Andrew’s United Church South Buxton is serving a broasted chicken strawberry supper at the Merlin Community Hall, 150 Aberdeen St., 5:00pm-7:00pm. Tickets $25/adult, students 6-12 $5. For tickets phone 519-689-4408 or 519-689-7767.
• Free PA Day Open Swim sponsored by The Rotary Club of Blenheim. 1:30pm-3:00pm at The Gable Reese Rotary Pool, Regent St. in Blenheim. Everyone welcome.
Have fun creating a unique piece of art using an unexpected material -- pebbles. This free program will run June 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room at the Chatham branch. All supplies will be provided.
• Open euchre at The Chatham Legion, William & Colborne St., Chatham at 1:00pm. Everyone Welcome. • Chatham Horticultural Society will be meeting at 7:00pm at the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority office, 100 Thames St., Chatham for a “Greening Your Grounds Naturalizing Project”. Mark Peacock will provide a garden tour and info session. All are welcome! Friday, June 14, 2019 • The Kent Branch of The Ontario Genealogical Society invites you to our presentation “CZECH IN KENT COUNTY” Allen Kominek and Frank Vajdik, from the Olde Czech Hal will discuss the history of local Czech families and their unique stories. McKinlay Funeral Home Reception Centre, 7:00pm. Parking available in the St. Clair Plaza, 463 St. Clair St., Chatham. Open and free to the public or watch via You Tube. • Free Movie Night: BumbleBee at the Wallaceburg and District Museum in the Jeanne Gordon Hall. Doors open at 6:30pm. All welcome, donations welcome, snacks available. Saturday, June 15, 2019 • Rent Smart - Landloard Course. 9:30am-12:30pm. Rent Smart is an innovative education program that offers education to tenants and landlords with one goal: Successful Tenancies. Courses are offered most months. Pre-registration is required. Contact chathamkentlandlordassoc@gmail.com.
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Sunday, June 9 2019 • Veterans Memorial Day service at Arnold Cemetery, 10282 Longwoods Rd., Louisville, ON at 2:00pm. Everyone welcome. For info 519-352-4986.
Chatham Lawn Bowling - Come out and give it a try, three lessons free. Mention this and we will give you a coupon for the 2019 season (ages 12 to 99 years) Tecumseh Park in Downtown Chatham. Starts May 15th (weather depending) until end of September. Every Monday at 1:00pm. Wednesday, Thursday starting at 6:00pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early!
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Officials at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance expect to hear this week if the provincial government agrees with a proposal for developing a Chatham-Kent Ontario Health Team (CKOHT). The team would be comprised of various healthcare organizations that work in the municipality, including the alliance; the LHIN; the March of Dimes; Thamesview, Tilbury District, and Chatham-Kent health teams; St. Andrew’s Residence/C-K Hospice; Transform; Westover Treatment Centre; and Chatham-Kent Community Health Centres. According to the provincial government, Ontario Health Teams are being introduced to provide a new way of organizing and delivering services in local communities. Under Ontario Health Teams, the health care providers (including hospitals, doctors and home and community care providers) will work as one co-ordinated team – no matter where they provide care. Greg Aarssen, chair of the CKHA board, said about 90 parties came together in late April to discuss the possible formation of an Ontario Health Team in Chatham-Kent. From there, they discussed how they would work together, and made
a submission to the province in mid-May. “The government is seeking to reduce inefficiencies,” he said. “We’ll find the inefficiencies in our system.” Lori Marshall, president and CEO of the CKHA, said a focus on the quality and consistent care for a patient can reveal where there are inefficiencies and duplications in the system where there are overlaps. “The more we can collaborate, we can increase quality of care and reduce risk,” she added. Marshall said greater emphasis will be placed on patient navigation of the health-care system and the patient and his or her family will have more control over their health care and delivery of services. “Hospitals are wonderful institutions for the delivery of health care. We’re here for you when you need to be here,” she said. “But a patient spends far more time outside of the hospital being well or receiving outside care. The system is there to help you figure out where to best receive the services.” If they ultimately aren’t approved, he believes the process so far is still very useful. “If we are unsuccessful, so much good work has been done to this point. There are some opportunities identified,” Aarssen said.
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Members of the 100+ Men Who Care of Chatham-Kent present a $12,300 cheque to The Mental Health Network’s Hope House executive director Kelly Gottschling on May 31 outside of the Raleigh Street location. Grade 11 student Ethan Gilhula who had previously delivered a speech to advocate for the not-for-profit organization, was also on hand to be a part of the event. The Mental Health Network provides understanding and assistance to those who are affected by mental illness through programs, education and peer support groups.
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8 Styne/Merrill show 9 Drifting 10 Cat call 11 Sea flock 16 Towel designation 20 Joke 21 Bernstein/Comden/ Green show 22 Joker 23 Army rank (Abbr.) 24 Japanese sash 25 18-wheeler 26 Prickly plant part 27 Actress Gardner 28 Jewel 29 Kreskin’s claim 31 Apiece 34 “The Way” in China 35 Poi base 37 Anorak 38 Swine 39 Capri, for one 40 Oxen’s burden 41 Lacking slack 42 Unrepaired 43 Netting 44 Tactic 46 Upper limit 47 Ms. Thurman
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THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 2019
ONE NIGHT ONLY!
ROY ORBISON ALL-STAR TRIBUTE COMES TO KIWANIS THEATRE “Roy Orbison: The All-Star Tribute” celebrates the incredible career of the legendary “Big O”... Roy Orbison! Direct from Canada’s premier producer of musical tribute shows, Bill Culp Productions, this fun-filled, audience interactive performance features Roy Orbison’s greatest hits from from his early days with
Sun Records in Memphis to his later hits as a member of the Traveling Wilburys. You’ll hear a wide range of Orbison classics including “Only The Lonely”, “Crying”, “Running Scared”, “Handle With Care”, “Sweet Dream Baby”, “In Dreams”, “End Of The Line”, “You Got It” and of course, “Pretty Woman” amongst the many crowd favourites. “Roy Orbsion: The All-Star Tribute” stars the fabulous Michael Danckert in the lead role, backed by a sizzling live band. As a bonus, the show also features the music of The Travilling Wilburys with their big hits “Handle With Care” and “End Of The Line”.
The show also features the music of The Traveling Wilburys
“This highly entertaining, family friendly musical show is sure to appeal to a wide ranging audience.” notes producer Bill
“Roy Orbison” comes to Chatham on June 22.
Culp. Audience members will also get the opportunity to meet with the All-Star cast members after the show.
Tickets to see Roy Orbison are on sale now via the theatre website ChathamCapitolTheatre.com or by calling 519-354-8338, or pick up at the theatre box office.
For more information on this performance and other shows Don’t miss this All-Star, valuefrom Bill Culp Productions, visit packed Roy Orbison performance when it comes to Chatham! the website www.BillCulp.ca
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
ROY ORBISON THE ALL-STAR TRIBUTE plus the music of
THE TRAVELING WILBURYS
SAT JUN 22 8pm
KIWANIS THEATRE
75 William Street North, Chatham 1-866-807-7770 or 519-354-8338 www.ChathamCapitolTheatre.com
$41 +SC