The Chatham Voice, June 29, 2023

C-K cops hold anti-scam seminar for local seniors

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

“Assume that it’s a scam.”

That’s the advice Chatham-Kent police have for seniors when it comes to the ways fraudsters are trying to rip them off for their money.

As part of community outreach, CKPS put on an anti-fraud workshop at the Chatham Retirement Resort.

Led by Special Constables

Brenda Koldyk and Jessie Brooks, the session was chock full of tips to keep seniors from becoming victims.

Top suggestions, said Koldyk, include never giving out your phone number or personal information over the phone for any reason, and running potential fraud situations by a family member or caregiver, particularly if the scammers say “it’s urgent.”

In her talk, the officer outlined a host of fraud scenarios, including the infamous grandparent scam, where a so-called grandchild calls up and asks for money to bail them out of jail.

“Don’t send any money for bail,” Koldyk stressed, not-

ing the emergency call is almost certain to be fake.

“Your money is your money,” Koldyk explained, adding no one else has a right to it.

The recent talk was timely as fraud against seniors is reaching epic proportions.

That’s why police across Ontario are using June – the province’s seniors’ month –to promote the “Working for Seniors” theme by raising awareness about scams targeting the older population.

It’s a growing problem.

In 2022, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received reports totalling a staggering $531 million in victim losses.

Of that, $138 million (26 per cent) was reported by victimized seniors – a slice of the population that loses 33 per cent more than any other demographic.

It’s likely a much larger problem, as the CFAC estimates only between five and 10 per cent of scammed seniors actually report the crime.

Seniors who do fall prey to fraud are encouraged to report the incident to police, plus tell a trusted family member or friend.

“Don’t be shy about making a report or about making a mistake,” said Special Const. Brooks. “Ask someone to help you.”

According to the CFAC, the top frauds affecting seniors include investment fraud, $79.1 million (36.5 million in Ontario); romance fraud, $19.5 million ($8.8-million lost by Ontario seniors); service scams, $8.5-million lost (Ontario seniors’ portion, some $6 million) and $7.7-million in extortion fraud (Ontario seniors lost $542,000). Canadians lost $7.1-million in the infamous emergency-grandparent scam, in which Ontario seniors accounted for more than half of the loss, being ripped off for $4.3 million.

If fraud is suspected, police encourage the public to visit the CAFC website at the antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca.

If you fall victim to a fraudulent scheme or know someone who has, contact local police and report the crime. Victims should also call the CAFC at 1-888-495-8501 or report online on the Fraud Reporting System, even if a financial loss didn’t occur.

CKHA board names new chair

The Chatham Voice Deb Crawford has been named the chair of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance board.

The move took place June 22 at the board’s annual meeting.

Crawford takes on the role after Alan Wildeman completed his two-year term. She joined the board in January of 2022.

“I am honoured to have been selected as the next board chair for CKHA and look forward to working with the board and administration to support the delivery of high-quality local health care,” Crawford said in a media release. “I also want to take this opportunity to thank Alan Wildeman for his leadership and dedication to serving as CKHA’s board chair these past two years.”

Crawford was born and raised in Toronto and moved to Chatham-Kent in 2001. She retired as director of education for the St. Clair Catholic District School Board in 2021 after serving as a teacher, vice principal, principal, superintendent, and director of the board.

During the annual meeting, the board of directors also welcomed Russ Weir as a new volunteer board member.

Pam Wright/The Chatham Voice Chatham-Kent Police Service Special Const. Brenda Koldyk hands out a keychain to Pat King and his wife Sylvia at an anti-fraud workshop for seniors held at the Chatham Retirement Resort recently.

Cowgirls set to perform July 2

The Chatham Voice Chatham-Kent’s own Canadian Cowgirls are gearing up for a special July 2 performance on their home turf.

The Cowgirls will ride

in a two-hour Patriotic Show at TJ Stables at 2 p.m., flying Canada’s colours and celebrating all things Canadian.

Terry Jenkins, captain of the Canadian Cowgirls, said the squad wanted

to perform in front of a home crowd over the Canada Day weekend.

“The team wanted to bring a sense of patriotism to our own community this Canada Day Weekend. Guests can

expect fast horses, flags flying, inspirational tributes, and fan favourites games on horseback,” she said in a media release.

“Those people who have seen our show tell us it brings up the emotions,

wComing up in July in Chatham-Kent

• Ridgetown Farmers' Market

•Wallaceburg Farmers' Market

• Wheatley Fish Festival

• Harness Racing, Dresden Raceway

• Auto Racing, Southern Ontario Motor Speedway, Merlin

• Canada Day Celebrations, throughout Chatham-Kent

•Sons of Kent Second Friday Market, Chatham

•Wildwood by the Lake Car & Bike Show, Morpeth

• Ridgetown Rotary Antique Car, Truck, Tractor & Bike Show

•Cherryfest, Blenheim

•Mitchell's Bay Antique Car, Truck & Tractor Show

• BrewFest CK "FunkFest" - Sons of Kent, Chatham

• Dresden Summer Night Market

•Merlin Legion Antique Car Show

•Coffee & Cars, Blenheim

• National DeSoto Club Classic Car Show, Chatham

•Emancipation D ay, Dresden

• Dresden Truck & Tractor Pull

and often tears at the pageantry and the feeling of pride for our country.”

The Canadian Cowgirls are an elite rodeo-style precision riding team.

The team has performed at the Calgary Stampede, ridden in the Tournament of Roses Parade in California, in the Kentucky Derby Pegasus Parade and the Indy 500 Parade.

The Canadian Cowgirls have designated the Acceptional Riders Therapeutic Riding program

as their charity of choice and devote many volunteer hours to give a leg up to riders with special needs.

Tickets for the July 2 show are $10, while children 5 and under free. They may be purchased at TJ Stables, Express Copies and from your favorite Canadian Cowgirl or at the gate.

TJ Stables is located at 837 Gregory Dr. E. just east of Chatham, near Prince Albert Road.

Immigration helps fuel C-K’s growth

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Chatham-Kent’s efforts to attract new Canadians are working, according to a new report.

Based on data from the 2016 and 2021 census, the municipality led the way in Southwestern Ontario attracting a higher percentage of immigrants than either Windsor or neighbouring Sarnia-Lambton.

In a recent presentation to council, director of community culture and connections Audrey Ansell said 845 immigrants came to Chatham-Kent in the five-year span – a 44 per cent rise over the decline experienced in the five-year period before 2016.

“Immigration really has been a driver of growth in our community,” Ansell told council, adding new Canadians have deepened C-K’s diversity and community culture.

Immigrants make up 9.1 per cent of the local population, she added, total-

ling 9,240 people out of 103,998 in 2021.

India, Mexico and Syria are now the top three countries that newcomers hail from, Ansell said, noting the immigrant demographic looks very different than it did in the 1950 and ’60s when immigrants were mainly European.

Ansell said there’s been significant growth in “racialized communities,” noting 2,300 residents fall into that category.

Ansell said the municipality will continue its efforts to recruit immigrant people to Chatham-Kent, focusing on showcasing stories online of the people who have chosen C-K as their new home, through social media channels and the Living C-K website.

The municipality will continue its work of promoting inclusion and diversity, she said, noting there are more than 20 identified cultural communities in Chatham-Kent.

C-K returnees lead women’s conference

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

A pair of Blenheim-area women who became best friends when they rode the bus together in high school are the inspiration behind Chatham-Kent’s inaugural SheLeads conference.

The volunteer-driven full-day women’s event, to be held July 8 at the Chatham Capitol Theatre, will feature keynote speakers, panels and 24 breakout workshops led by local female leaders and entrepreneurs. Some of the topics to be covered include equity, diversity and inclusion; imposter syndrome; and overcoming burnout.

Founders Randi Bokor Caron and Dr. Erin TeWinkel ND, who both returned in recent years to Chatham-Kent after careers in the GTA, have each been empowered by attending events for women in the big city. They want to bring that experience to the women of Chatham-Kent.

“My roots were always in C-K,” said Bokor Caron, who runs a family-owned automotive parts business. “I knew I was going to end up back here.”

TeWinkel also stayed

close to her origins in South Kent, returning often before coming back to be near family and friends for good in 2020.

Even when they moved away, the synchronous bond between the two remained strong. In Toronto, Bokor Caron and TeWinkel found themselves randomly working within one block of each other. The friendship continued and each served as bridesmaids in the other’s weddings.

Both founders decided they wanted to be catalysts for change and conceived of the idea of starting the SheLeads conference after having “many conversations” with remarkable women throughout the community.

“I decided I was not going to be a passive member of the community,”

Bokor Caron added. “I was going to be an active member of the community.”

TeWinkel, a naturopathic doctor, concurs with her friend.

“Since moving back to C-K in 2020, we realized how many amazing women are in this community, and we knew if we could bring these women together, we could really move mountains,” she added.

The two have decided to keep the cost of the event low to make it accessible to all. The recommended fee is $20, with attendees encouraged to pay what they can. Any surplus funds will be donated to the JoLynn Deprez Athletic Fund, which is managed by the Chatham-Kent Community Foundation.

Deprez was a friend of both women since high school. A passionate athlete, she passed away a year-and-a-half ago. Funds raised in her honour will be used to sup-

port local youth in sport. Local entrepreneur Stephanie Simmons has agreed to emcee the event, which will kick off with a keynote address. The day will conclude with a fashion show organized by local retailers.

Suni Creative Co. owner Elizabeth Suni, marketing director for the event, said she got involved because of SheLeads “commitment to inclusivity.

“Amazing things can be accomplished when the women of our community get together,” Suni explained.

Contributed image Dr. Erin TeWinkel ND, left, and Randi Bokor Caron are the inspiration behind the coming SheLeads event designed to bring together local female leaders and the community for an empowering experience for women in Chatham-Kent.

Stand up to those scammers

It seems scammers lurk around every corner, every fourth or fifth phone call, and every other e-mail.

They keep coming. Because every once in a while, they win. Often, our seniors are the victims. High-pressure tactics urge potential victims to act immediately, and can lead to the loss of hundreds, or thousands of dollars.

The Chatham-Kent police recently held an anti-scam seminar for seniors at the Chatham Retirement Resort. Special constables advised those present to “assume it’s a scam” when they receive unexpected calls demanding money.

A scary scam is when a senior is told a grandchild is in jail and needs cash immediately for bail. It tugs one’s heartstrings.

But it is a scam. If you get such a call, do not agree, and call police immediately.

Skepticism is a weapon. Use it. Even at this newspaper, a place where we’d like to think we have very skeptical eyes, people try to scam us.

From bogus e-mails claiming an individual tried to pay us on our website (something we do not as of yet offer), to phone calls that our social security number or VISA account has been compromised, or the Canada Revenue Agency is about to sic the RCMP on us, we see and hear them almost daily. Need we even mention attempts to get us to click on e-mails that could put corrupt files on our computers?

If you despise scammers as much as we do –and we hope you do – but want a laugh, we urge you to take the time to visit YouTuber Mark Rober’s content online. The former NASA scientist and Apple computer engineer has doled out payback to porch pirates, for example, but also delivered chaos to overseas scam centres, who prey on people around the globe, including here in Canada, to steal your money.

More importantly, he shone a very bright global light on these operations, resulting in several being shut down, with arrests made. Visit youtu.be/xsLJZyih3Ac.

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I attended Friday afternoon and finally left at 11 p.m. with a large container of ribs. The ribs were good; this event was well organized and I say “thank you” to many people.

The Chatham-Kent police and event security kept everyone safe and under control.

The band performing Friday evening was enjoyed by all, as I observed the many people

of all ages dancing and singing with them. It seems to me that the people of Chatham have a lot of wind, as I saw people dancing non-stop for a good 40 minutes.

Saturday, I toured down King Street. Awesome cars packed the street. Again, I was impressed –mainly by the cars – but also by the organization of this event. The Sons of Kent Brewing Co. had a lot of input into this event,

and claimed they had the best suds around. But not so, according to Frank

Thompson of Bayside Brewing

It was great to see a very successful event in Chatham.

Last but not least is a thank you to the amazing crowds. The good people who attended the events were a big part of the success story.

Randy Shepherd Chatham

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Work moving forward on walking bridge

By Pam Wright Local Journalism Initiative pamwrightlji@gmail.com

After nearly two years of being out of commission, the wheels are turning to get Wallaceburg’s L.O. Stonehouse Memorial Walking Bridge back in operation.

Spanning the Sydenham River in the town’s core, the bridge provides a handy link for residents crossing the river, par-

ticularly for those in the southside needing to access services.

A report from Chatham-Kent engineering manager Brendan Falkner, was expected to come before Chatham-Kent council June 26, recommending the municipality approve a $2.3-million contract with Hamilton-based Dayson Industrial Services.

In an interview with The Voice, Falkner said

he understands it’s been a lengthy inconvenience for residents, but several assessments and studies of the bridge had to be undertaken, including a municipal-class environmental assessment.

“It took what seemed to be a long time because of the assessments which require public engagement,” Faulkner said, noting a separate cultural heritage assessment also had to be conducted due to the historical signifi- cance of the structure. Continued on page 10

Pam Wright/The Chatham Voice Wallaceburg’s L.O. Stonehouse Memorial Walking Bridge remains closed to the public. But that could change, as the issue was due to come back to council.

CKHA Foundation finds new boss

completed its search for a new president and CEO.

The board of directors of Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation (CKHAF) announced it has

Effective June 27, Christine Colautti will take over from Mary Lou Crowley, who is leaving the foun-

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dation to take a position with the St. Thomas Elgin Hospital Foundation

Bob Hockney, chair of the board, said hiring Colautti followed a thorough local and national search.

“Christine is a dynamic and visionary leader who is very civic minded and demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to health-care philanthropy. On behalf of the entire CKHAF board of directors, we are thrilled to welcome her to the CKHAF family,” He said in a media release. “The Foundation and Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) are currently working on the ‘Our Hospital, Our

Future’ Wallaceburg Site Redevelopment project, which will require an $8.9-million community investment. Christine will lead our team in successfully reaching this goal.”

Colautti joins CKHAF from Erie Shores Health Foundation (ESHF), where she has served as CEO since 2018. Working in health care for more than 23 years and the philanthropic sector for 17 years, she has held leadership roles in hospital foundations, leading

and supporting teams that have raised millions.

During her tenure at ESHF, Christine exceeded revenue expectations, elevated the brand of the foundation to new levels in the community, and established a new operational framework that diversified programming and safeguarded the foundation against the challenges presented by the pandemic, according to the CKHAF media release.

Colautti has an MBA from the University of

Windsor, a Masters Certificate in project management, is a certified fundraising executive, has a Graduate Certificate in human resources and contract law, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree.

“I’m thrilled to take on the role of president & CEO of CKHAF, leading an organization that is so important to the community and its hospital,” Colautti said. “There is no greater calling than supporting local health care. I look forward to working with the staff, board, hospital colleagues, and the incredible community of Chatham-Kent.”

Walking bridge fix by 2024?

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The evaluation found the bridge’s main lift span needs to be replaced, along with remediating corrosion of the metal and the deteriorating wood decking. Rehabilitation work was carried out in 2003, and again in 2014. In 2019, a report by the Ontario Structure Inspection Manual identified isolated spots of struc-

tural components that had deteriorated and it was recommended that a detailed investigation be completed. This was carried out by Dillon Consulting beginning in 2020, and the company recommended the bridge’s closure.

The new rehabilitation, to be completed by May 2024, will see removal and replacement of the main span and

lift span with a truss similar to the existing structure and the width of the lift span will be increased to match the width of the other spans. The north and south spans will be rehabilitated and recoated. There will also be mechanical and electrical upgrades to the winch tower and controls, as well as the installation of new concrete light standards and LED accent lighting. There will be modifications to some of the concrete piers.

The bridge was originally opened in 1910 and was a busy crossing for vehicular traffic.

In 1983, it was reconfigured as a walking bridge named in honour of former Wallaceburg mayor Como Llewellyn Owen “Lou” Stonehouse. A loyal servant of the town, Stonehouse passed away in 1981.

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BrewFest suds up C-K summer

heim on Middle Line.

Chatham-Kent’s four craft breweries are teaming up to once again deliver BrewFest CK.

New to the team this year is Glasstown Brewing, which will host RiverFest, a new addition to BrewFest.

All events will feature unique festivities relative to each brewery, but will also showcase the varied brews offered by each outlet.

BrewFest actually started in 2021 with Red Barn’s initial offering of FarmFest. It also marked the brewery’s official grand opening, after it opened its doors in the middle of the pandemic in 2020.

At the inaugural FarmFest, Red Barn ownership invited their counterparts at Bayside and Sons of Kent to attend as well, and showcase their products.

Now, four summer events will bring together the best of Chatham Kent’s local craft beer scene.

FunkFest will open BrewFestCK on July 15 at Sons of Kent in Chatham.

EauFest follows at Bayside in Erieau on Aug. 12.

Red Barn continues its FarmFest tradition Sept. 2 just north of Blen-

To end the summer, RiverFest takes place Sept. 23 in Wallaceburg.

Attendees can expect a diverse range of offerings, including live entertainment, food trucks, farmers’ markets, and exclusive beer releases, making each event a celebration of Chatham-Kent’s vibrant community, organizers said.

BrewFest is more than just a showcase of local craft beer, entertainment and food. Organizers said the events will support local organizations and causes through designated charities at the gate.

Denny Vervaet, co-owner of Red Barn Brewing, said FarmFest

2021 earned two Ontario Tourism Awards, one for innovation and the other for collaboration.

“Our close-knit relationship with the brewing companies in C-K allows us to collaborate and create these unique Fests, showcasing our special community, “ he said in a media release. “Teksavvy is back as our major sponsor for BrewFest CK 2023 and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have them on board.”

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Popular show returns to the Bay July 15

By Bruce Corcoran bruce@chathamvoice.com

All they need is a bit of help from Mother Nature, and organizers of the 10th annual Mitchell’s Bay Antique Car-Truck-Motorcycle-Tractor show think they can have their best year yet.

Karen Miles, one of the event organizers, said over the past nine shows, the best turnout they’ve had is about 230 participating vehicles. With sunny skies this year, she thinks they can top that number on July 15.

“We’ve added a special 10th anniversary hat in the goodie bag for the first 100 registrants,” she said, adding some enticement

to people seeking to show off their treasured vehicles.

Those hats will be available to purchase over the course of the day as well.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Mitchell’s Bay Park.

The show is open to cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors that were made before 2003, Miles said.

One sight at the show that’s rather unique to Mitchell’s Bay are the tractors. Miles said few shows offer a category for the antique farm equipment.

“A lot of people like to look at the tractors. It’s certainly something different,” she said.

Vendors and food are

strong parts of the show at Mitchell’s Bay. Miles said they’ve added a special car show burger, as well as nachos and cheese, to the menu.

Support from the Mitchell’s Bay community for the show is big, Miles said.

“We have more than 50 volunteers, some as young as 11 and 12,” she said, adding there is a youth movement. “A couple of boys volunteered to help with recycling cans. Some are going to do face painting and work at the food booth too.”

For more info, e-mail karenatkmiles@mitchellsbay.org. For vendors, kateatkcabral-mckeand@ mitchellsbay.org.

Gone, but not forgotten

Notice is hereby given that at a meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent on July 10, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Civic Centre Council Chambers at 315 King Street West, Chatham, Council will consider, and if approved, may pass a by-law to stop up and close part of the road allowance being: Property Identification Number 00502-0253, legally described as McGregor Street Plan Old Survey, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

At this meeting, Council will hear any person or their solicitor or agent who claims that their land will be adversely affected by the by-law and who applied to be heard. For further information please contact Hillary Poole, Law Clerk at 519-360-1998, ext 3804.

Ken Bell/Special to The Chatham Voice East Kent’s famous Guyitt House is no more, following its recent demolition. Dubbed by some as the most photographed house in Canada, the house was ordered to be torn down by the municipality of Chatham-Kent due to safety concerns. The house, more than 150 years old, was owned by Pete Anderson. His grandparents Roy and Ethel Guyitt purchased the once grand old dame, located near Muirkirk, in 1908.

Community Events

Thursday, June 29, 2023:

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch 11:00am-1:30pm. Come check out our daily specials. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00 pm. Everyone is welcome.

• Jamboree at the Merlin Legion, 2 Stanley Street. 1:00 to 4:30. Entry$2 donation. Bring your instruments, singing voices simply come and clap & dance along to the music that’s created. Kitchen opens at 4pm. Panzerotti special or menu available. Call to hear special, 519-689-4884.

Friday, June 30, 2023:

• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. 2:00pm-4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00am-9:30pm. Kitchen open for lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Supper will be served from 4:00–6:00. No orders after 5:30pm. Tonight’s specials are liver & onions or fish & chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-3518733 or 519-351-5639. Fun darts at 7:00pm. Entertainment on our patio starting at 6:00pm. Come out and enjoy the evening. Everyone Welcome.

• Merlin Legion Opens at 4 pm $10 meal taxes in – Hot Dog with cheesy macaroni casserole.

Saturday, July 1, 2023:

• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-10:30am. Take out only.

• Merlin Legion Closed

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham. We will be celebrating Canada Day with a BBQ and music on the patio. Band TBA. Everyone Welcome.

Sunday, July 2, 2023:

• Creekside Church - 10:00 a.m

Sunday’s at the Active Lifestyle Centre, Merritt Ave. Haven’t been to church in a while? Come find community with us. creeksidechurch.ca.

• Mercy trio Helen, Margie & Micki will perform at the Dresden Christian Concerts on the property of Total Grain Systems (1233 North St. in Dresden). Rain location is Dresden Christian Reformed Church. Starts at 6:30pm. Listen from your vehicle or bring your lawn chairs. The concert is free but an offering will be taken.

• Join us for our 15th Annual Community Family Fun Day at tthe Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, Merlin. 519689-4884. 3:00 to 10:30pm. See Facebook for details.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023:

• Chess Club at Chatham Branch of CKPL. 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Drop in program. Great opportunity to learn new strategies by playing with different players. All ages and all skill levels are welcome.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am-9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Today’s special is Spaghetti with meat sauce. Come play Euchre at 1:00 or spend the evening playing Shuffleboard starting at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Wednesday, July 5, 2023:

• Community Creative Expression Antibullying Murals with Shannon Rose Artist & Photography at Mitchell’s Bay Marine Park. 11am-3pm.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St., Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00am–1:30pm. Our daily special is Meat Loaf Dinner. Come check out our other daily specials. We have Fun Darts at 7:00pm. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, July 6, 2023:

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00am–9:30pm. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from

11:00am–1:30pm. Senior Euchre starts at 1:00pm. The Ladies Auxiliary will be holding their monthly bingo. Sale of cards starting at 6:00pm. and Bingo at 7:00. Everyone is welcome.

• Jam Session at the Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, . 519-689-4884. 1 to 4:30. Join them for a fun filled afternoon playing, singing, clapping or just enjoying the music. Kitchen opens at 4 pm. Panzerotti + kitchen menu 4 to 7 pm.

Friday, July 7, 2023:

• Adult Colouring at the CKPL Chatham Branch Community Living Café. Every Friday. 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Are you looking for a creative outlet? Need some time to escape the everyday? Come and connect with people of all ages and skill levels while colouring away the stress of the day. Come alone or bring a friend. No registration required, come and go as you please.

• The Mitchell’s Bay Area Association will host the 9th Annual Canadian Tire Mitchell’s Bay Open Bass Tournament on July 7th & 8th, 2023. Over $48,000 in money and prizes will be given out to the winning teams along with a Biggest Fish prize of over $1,000.00! Admission is free and spectators are encouraged to come out to the Weigh-ins on both days from 3-5PM to cheer on the 190 anglers, visit the Live Release Boat , and participate in the daily draws as well as a Fee Spectator Draw which will be drawn on Sat, July 8th. Visit the website at www.mitchellsbayopen.com for additional information about this exciting event!

• The Wallaceburg and District Museum presents Wings over Wallaceburg. Yes Wallaceburg had an airport. This is in memory of the owners and instructors of the Wallaceburg Airport. We will be celebrating this event from 10am to 4pm. There will be display, artifacts, aircraft models, flight simulators, and BBQ. Soar on over to learn more about our airport.

• Merlickin Pork Chops at the Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, Merlin. 519-6894884 Legion Opens at 4 pm.

• The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham open 11:00 a.m.–

9:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Supper will be served from 4:00 – 6:00. No orders after 5:30 p.m. Tonight’s specials are Pork Roast with Dressing or Fish & Chips. Take out is also available by calling 519-351-8733 or 519-3515639. Fun Darts start at 7:00 p.m. Everyone Welcome.

Saturday, July 8, 2023:

• Morning Breakfast Program at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Fifth St. and Wellington). A delicious and nutritious breakfast served free of charge from 9:30am-10:30am. Take out only.

• The Wallaceburg and District Museum presents Wings over Wallaceburg. Yes Wallaceburg had an airport. This is in memory of the owners and instructors of the Wallaceburg Airport. We will be celebrating this event from 10am to 4pm. There will be display, artifacts, aircraft models, flight simulators, and BBQ. Soar on over to learn more about our airport.

• Blueberry Social at the Sombra Museum from 1:00pm4:00pm. Enjoy live entertainment, fresh-baked blueberry desserts and a walk-through of our 1800s Victoria Home. Suggested donation of $5 per person. We hope to see you there! 3476 St. Clair Pkwy. 519892-3982.

• Come join us at The Chatham Legion, corner of William & Colborne St. Chatham from 11:00 a.m.– 9:30 p.m. There will be a meat draw at 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. The kitchen is open to serve lunch from 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by the Marquis from 4:30-9:30. Come check out our menu. Everyone Welcome.

• Merlin Legion Br. 465, 2 Stanley Street, Merlin. 519-6894884. Legion Opens at 3pm. Kitchen open 3 to 7 pm.

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Submit your coming events to bruce@chathamvoice.com or michelle@chathamvoice.com

Fun Stuff

CLUES ACROSS

1. Excited movements

8. Soap opera actress Patsy

13. Unknowing

14. Dangerous mosquitos

15. Exaggerated and sensationalized

19. Military policeman

20. Touch softly

21. Wrap

22. A story of one’s life

23. Midway between east and southeast

24. Toward the mouth or oral region

25. A list of dishes available at a restaurant 26. Changes the meaning of 30. Semitic Sun god 31. Sneaker parts 32. Capital of Zimbabwe 33. Breezed through

44. Take care of 45. Traditional rhythmic pattern 46. S. African political party 47. Cologne 48. Men 49. The Science Guy

50. Gospel author (abbr.)

51. Act of signing up

55. Human feet

57. A very short time

58. Streetcars

59. Cuplike cavities

CLUES DOWN

1. A type of pool

2. Malaise

3. Seasoned

4. A pair

5. Young male

6. Make a mistake

7. Experienced

8. It often accompanies injury

9. Old world, new

10. Commercial

11. Course of lectures

12. Promote

16. Female horses

18. Small amount 22. Orthodox church altar

25.

Excited

Looked directly at

Popular cold desserts

More reasonable

Disk above the head of a saint

Devoted to the extreme

Make an effort

It’s in the surf

Member of aboriginal people of Japan

All persons

Teen swimmers off to Korea

The Chatham Voice Local swimmers Gavin Schinkelshoek and Payton Rinas are preparing for an experience of a lifetime, and high-quality competition, when they head to South Korea in early July.

Rinas, from Chatham, and Schinkelshoek, of Pain Court will compete in the International Children’s Games being held in Daegu, South Korea from July 5-10.

The International Children’s Games is an annual event that pursues the goal of forming nation-linking friendships through sports competitions with athletes between the ages of 12 and 15. It’s recognized by the International Olympic Committee and was first held in Celje, Slovenia in 1968. Since then, many cities around the world have organized the Games, including Windsor in 2013.

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Chatham-Kent swimmers Payton Rinas and Gavin Schinkelshoek are gearing up to compete in the International Children’s Games in South Korea next month.

Shark sets personal bests at provincials

The Chatham Voice

Malakai Walters of the Chatham Pool Sharks competed at the Junior Provincial Festival swim meet in Etobicoke recently, and came away with personal bests.

The 10-year-old swimmer compet-

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ed in the 50m freestyle, 100m backstroke, 200m backstroke and 50m butterfly. In each case, he shaved time off his previous personal best times.

It marked the end of the swimming season for the Sharks, which was a celebration of the club’s 50th

OBITUARIES

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Tracy McRae

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See full obituaries at chathamvoice.com/obituaries

season.

In the wake of an enforced year and a half off due to pandemic restrictions, club president Aline Middleton praised the club.

“The Sharks were resilient. Determined. We have passionate volunteers – coaches, board members, parents, officials and families. This enabled our club to survive with a focus of rebuilding – encouraging kids in our community to be active again. That was our vision,” she said.

The Sharks waived all initial registration fees with the hope of re-introducing kids and sports.

Head coach Colleen Yee said this resulted in the return of veteran Shark members, and the infusion of new blood.

“Last year was important; many new swimmers joined and many returned, requiring technical corrections and a rebuilding of stamina,” she said. “This year we attended the Spring and Summer Western Ontario Swim Association (WOSA), doubling our number of qualified swimmers for the summer event.”

Summer reading contest returns

When it comes to reading and the season, books and pizza go together in the Chatham-Kent Public Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program.

branch, qualifies a patron to enter to win one of 12 Pizza Prize Packs, with each one featuring a gift certificate to a local pizza restaurant.

three check outs, your punch card becomes a ballot in the contest. The more you borrow, the more chances you have to win.

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Interested readers 16 years and older can get started by picking up an Adult Summer Reading punch card. After

To find out more about a host of other programs this summer, you can check out ckpl.ca.

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Malakai Walters set four personal bests at the recent Junior Provincial Festival swim meet.

The Chatham Voice

Garage Sale

FAMILY YARD SALE - 19 & 27 NIGHTFALL COURT in Prestancia. July 1 (Rain day July 8). Gas generator, vinyl records, wooden decoys, fishing gear.

For Rent

Bungalow for Rent. 111 Van Allen. 2 small bedrooms, 3pc bath, laundry, kitchen stove, fridge, kitchen island with 4 bar stools, driveway for cars. Contact 647.639.4528. Ministry

Healing Love Ministry is an all night prayer line with counsellors available from 12:00am7:00am. Also, a male support group for those struggling with sexual addiction. A home based ministry, private and confidential. 519-354-3532.

Wanted: scrap air conditioners and electric motors. Phone 226-229-2614.

Wanted to Buy: Antiques, costume jewellery, gold, silver, coins, military, furniture, tools. We Buy AllPaid Cash. 519727-8894.

For Sale

Silk Cemetery Saddle Arrangements. Everyday/ Holidays. Ready-to-go. Many colours available. $40. 519-354-3411

Wanted

1 or 4

Two Steel Ramps, two chocks and two tiedowns $300. Bruno USL - 6900 model Wheelchair lift for a vehicle transport (curd-sider) includes lift, base assembly and docking service $300 total. Portable motorcycle lift $25. Phone 519-352-1888.

Indoor & Outdoor Storage Available. Unit sizes 10 x 10, 5 x 5, 10 x 6, 10 x 14, 10 x 20.

RV, Boat & Car Storage available for $50 per month. Price ranges from $35.00-$55.00 per week. 519351-9535.

Place your ad in the classifieds! Starting at only $6!!

519-397-2020

The Family of the late Gabrielle Vinall, We are forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support through a very difficult time and with the passing of our beautiful Gabrielle. Your calls, visits, meals, flowers, cards and hugs are very much appreciated. Our love for Gabrielle is never ending. She is now the brightest star in the sky. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

John, Cindy and Chloe Vinall

Holthof: George William (Gerrit Willem Holthof)

Dan Toth - June 28, 2013

Daddy: You’ll never be forgotten, That simply cannot be. As long as I am living, I’ll carry you with me. Safely tucked within my heart, Your light will always shine; A glowing ember never stilled, Throughout the end of time, No matter what the future brings, Or what may be ahead,

I know that you will walk with me, along the path I tread. Miss you & love you always, Tammy

Dan Toth

June 28, 2013

Remembering

Storage For Sale Thank You Obituary In Memoriam

Thank You, to everyone who sent cards, flowers, gifts and plants, and especially for your visits when my sister Marjorie Mitton passed away and while I recuperated from hip surgery at St. Andrew’s Residence. Very much appreciated Jean Elliot

This Weeks Puzzle answers. Puzzles on page 20

The beauty of a memory, is that it’s always there. Like a penny in your pocket, you can take it anywhere. And when your heart is heavy, and your eyes are filled with tears, you can focus on a memory, and travel through the years. Your heart can visit happy times,when laughter filled the air, and the presence of your loved one, will lessen your despair. So as you travel on in life, take comfort as you go, in a lifetime of “sweet memories” of one who loved you so.

Always remembered & loved Carol