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Vol. 138
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Issue No. 48
Essex Centre Santa Claus Parade wows with nine marching bands
Town of Essex hosts firstever Breakfast with Santa PAGE 3 _______________ Essex Centre BIA provides a little financial help PAGE 5 _______________ Colchester North collecting needed items for Hospice PAGE 7 _______________ Santa makes a stop for breakfast at CTMHV PAGE 12 _______________ 73’s recognize Yellowjacket Midget travel team for its win record PAGE 23 _______________
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by Sylene Argent Sleigh bells were ringing in celebration of the holiday season on Saturday evening as the annual Essex Centre Santa Claus Parade took place in downtown Essex. The Essex Centre BIA was again the major sponsor of the annual parade, which the Windsor Parade Corporation presented. In all, around 50 entries, included nine marching bands, delighted the throng of enthusiastic individuals who lined Talbot Street, nearly shoulder-to-shoulder, to take in the evening spectacle.
This year’s parade theme was, “My Christmas Story.” Many of the float entries were designed to fit the holiday theme, while providing hundreds of twinkling lights to awe all those they passed along the parade route. Members of the Essex Rotary Club participated in the parade with shopping carts to collect nonperishable food items for the Essex Area Food Bank, as did volunteers for the St. Vincent de Paul. Members of Essex District High School’s popular Rotary Interact Club collected letters
to Santa from all the good little boys and girls along the parade route, who wanted to convey their holiday wishes to Jolly Old Saint Nicholas ahead of Christmas Eve. In anticipation for the event, the Rotary Interact Club made a holiday-themed mailbox for the collection. Local firefighters, who walked along the parade route, also collected new, unwrapped toys for the annual Santa’s Cause for Kids program, which provides gift items to the Essex Salvation Army, the Essex Area Food Bank,
the St. Vincent de Paul chapters in Harrow and McGregor, and the Zeta Kappa Sorority for its Santa’s Sack program. Area residents have until December 14 to donated new, unwrapped toys to the “Santa’s Cause for Kids” program and participating local businesses. Any late donations can be dropped off at Essex Fire Station #1. Santa and Mrs. Claus wrapped up the parade, waving to their friends in the crowd and sending holiday greetings as they made their way through Essex Centre.
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Town of Essex hosts first-ever Breakfast with Santa by Kyle Reid With Christmas just around the corner, it was a very busy weekend for Santa and Mrs. Claus, who were the guests of honour for the Town of Essex’s first-ever Breakfast with Santa held last Saturday. The Town welcomed the couple for breakfast inside the Essex Centre Sport Complex’s Shaheen Community Room to
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the delight of children in attendance. Families enjoyed a pancake breakfast, the children shared holiday wish lists with Santa and Mrs. Claus and got a quick photo. Mailboxes set up in the community room gave shyer children a chance to drop off their Christmas list to be mailed to the North Pole, with Santa writing a return letter for each one sent. For a first-time event, the breakfast attracted quite a crowd, to the delight of Town staff, who helped organize the event. Sixty-five families showed up for the breakfast, well exceeding the expectation of 50 families. “We were really excited and it’s great that we could accommodate the extras,” Jason Jolicoeur said, who is the Town’s Recreation Programs Assistant Manager. Children were thrilled
with the anticipation to whisper their Christmas morning wishes into Santa’s ear, while parents were able to relax with a no-stress breakfast and easy way to entertain their young ones. “We want to start doing more events that get families out,” Jolicoeur said. “This was a natural fit.” Jolicoeur said with the success and interest in this year’s event, he’s hoping to see the breakfast added to other long-running holiday traditions in Essex. “It’s quite successful, so I think we’ll continue doing this,” Jolicoeur said. Thanks to the success of the event, the Town will also organize a similar breakfast event in the spring near Easter, featuring mascots Petunia and Bloomer, with the addition of Easter-themed crafts. All funds raised covered the overhead costs of running the event.
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Howling at the Moon ••• Comment by Sylene Argent ••• ‘Tis the season of generosity I am always moved by just how generous this community really is. Though that sense of community involvement is most noticeable leading up to the holiday season, the spirit of giving is in the air all year long, here in town. Whether residents are asked to vote online to help the local high school kids win a $100,000 prize to purchase grandstands, submita monetary donation to the Essex Region Goodfellows’s annual newspaper Campaign, or forward toys to the Santa’s Cause for Kids program, they always rise to the occasion, with a smile. I hear it all the time, from organizations and service clubs from within this municipality, just how grateful they are to be located where there is a strong sense of community. Those volunteers or staff members at local agencies realize they may not be able to continue to support their
causes without the generous financial contributions that come in when they put out a call for help. I also hear it from organizations of neighbouring communities that notice just how generous our town can be. They love feeling that support when they head here for events or other special occasions. That is something of which I hope we all feel proud. No one can take that away from you. Saying ‘yes’ when there is a need, is a great gesture, and it is very much appreciated. Life doesn’t always go to plan. Sometimes that path we’re are on takes us on an unexpected turn for reasons beyond our control. Those instances allow us to show just how strong our character is, when we bounce back, better than we were before. All of that generosity truly does help change the atmosphere of the town for the better, giving off rays of
positivity. And, let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to live in an area that presents a friendly demeanor? Though generosity can be noticed mostly around the holiday season, it happens all year long here in this municipality. There is always a function or fundraiser of some kind going on, and the community always digs deep to help. Fortunately, for places like the Essex Area Food Bank, that generosity helps feed those in need all year round. The support the Food Bank gets this time of year lasts well into the new year, and thanks to school and business collections that take place outside the holidat season, the Food Bank can continue to support families facing economic hardships all year long.
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Failure to plan was cited by Canada’s Auditor General as the reason the federal government has not delivered broadband access to rural and remote areas of the country. Included in the report to Parliament in late November, the Auditor General said the lack of a national strategy has hampered the implementation of the Liberal government’s Connection to Innovate program. The federal broadband program had previously allocated $500 million over five years, beginning in 2016, to extend broadband access to unserved and underserved communities across Canada. The Auditor General’s report also stated that a government analysis in 2013 found that running high-speed internet to 99 per cent of Canadians would cost between $1.1 and $1.7 billion. Without proper planning and budget allocation, it’s unlikely the federal government
will deliver on its promise to connect the country. High speed connectivity is a necessity, no matter where you live, and Canadians shouldn’t be disadvantaged for living and working in rural or remote communities. Without high speed internet, people can lose out on everything from education and job opportunities to medical treatment and business development. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has long advocated for high speed connections across all areas of Ontario, especially rural. Reliable internet is necessary to support farmers and rural communities – without it, our businesses, residents, and schools are at a competitive disadvantage. Farmers rely on proper broadband connection to make business decisions, operate on-farm technology, look for marketing options for farm products,
access continuing education, gather farm management information and communicate with the community. OFA agrees with the Auditor General’s report recommendation that says the federal government should set a standard for the minimum amount of internet connectivity Canadians can expect in different parts of the county, and work on a plan from there. Two years ago, the Canadian Radio-television Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) declared broadband internet an essential telecommunications service. OFA believes this basic service needs to be accessible to everyone, no matter where you live. OFA will continue working with all levels of government to prioritize rural and remote access to reliable high speed internet. We need a better broadband plan for rural Ontario and we need it now.
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Essex Centre BIA provides a little financial help headed into the holidays by Sylene Argent As a way to give back to the community and show support to two great causes that are extra busy around the holidays, the Essex Centre BIA forwarded monetary donations to the Essex Area Food Bank and the Essex Salvation Army last Thursday afternoon. This annual show of support provides a bit of a financial boost to these two local organizations that offer programs and services to area families and individuals in need throughout the year. Major Sam Roberts
of the Essex Salvation Army gratefully received the donation amidst the church’s annual Christmas Kettle campaign that was officially kicked off at the November 23 Essex Centre Tree Lighting event. The Salvation Army and Essex Centre BIA teamed-up to present the event to the community. Roberts said the Essex Salvation Army is looking to collect $80,000 this holiday season through its Kettle and Letter campaigns. The funds collected will be used to support area families and
individuals in need through a variety of programs, including its food bank, throughout the year. Essex Area Food Bank volunteer Gerry Belanger was also grateful for the donation. He said the Essex Area Food Bank volunteers are as busy as elves right now, putting together holiday bundles for its Christmas program. Food Bank volunteers rolled up their sleeves to prepare 90 toy and gift card bundles for area youths and thirty-three Christmas meals for families and individuals facing
economic stress. The beginning of the holiday season is a popular time for donations to get forwarded to the Essex Area Food Bank. Those donations add up and help the Food Bank continue to feed its clients throughout the year. Donations to the Essex Area Food Bank and Salvation Army are welcome throughout the year. Donations made outside the holiday season helps rejuvenate the stock on its shelves so its clients can continue to get served throughout the year.
Some of the Board Members of the Essex Area Food Bank proudly display the cheque the Essex Centre BIA provided to help contribute to its Christmas program.
Students spread holiday cheer with kind gesture submitted to EFP Pictured right are Colchester North Public School students, who handmade 70 Christmas cards. The Grade 6 students then took the cards and delivered them to Iler Lodge to distribute to residents and help put smiles on many faces. The girls’ teacher, Dawn Gerard, could not be any more proud of her students for their act of thoughtfulness, especially at this time of year.
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Helping hands at the Essex Area Food Bank by Kyle Reid With the holiday season comes a desire to lend a helping hand to those in need. Nowhere was that more evident than at the Essex Area Food Bank on Saturday,
where Essex Rotarians and volunteers from the Union Gas Helping Hands in Action program volunteered to pack up a huge contribution, which will feed 125 families in need this holiday season.
The Essex Rotarians, with the help of a grant from the Union Gas Helping Hands Program, made a huge contribution earlier lostweek to the Food Bank’s annual Christmas Basket Program. Volunteers from both organizations gathered at the food bank on Saturday to help pack up the goods for those who will utilize the program. The contribution will provide 125 area families facing financial distress with Christmas Baskets. The Rotarians, through fundraising and community contributions, provided many of the items for the program, including canned fruit, turkeys, potatoes, and a variety of other staples for a family to have a holiday meal. Jeff’s No Frills provided much of the food at a discounted cost to help out with the cause. Dawn Docherty, who coordinates the Christmas program for the Food Bank, called the contribution significant. “It means everything,” Docherty said. “They supply all of the food for us.” While the supply of food was certainly of help, the Food Bank likely wouldn’t have been able to distribute the bulk of the food items without some serious extra manpower. Rotary and Union Gas volunteers were eager to roll up their sleeves to help, and there were plenty of smiling faces at the Food Bank on Saturday, despite the hard work. Many hands make light work, or so the saying goes, and the food was quickly packed up to be sent out, to the delight of Food Bank volunteers. “We’re very grateful for all of the help,” Docherty said. “We wouldn’t be able to do it without [the help]. We’re just sort of the middle guy, it’s the people who donate to us and help out.”
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Colchester North collecting needed items for Hospice
` Grade 7 Leadership Candidates, Alexa Soucie (L) and Keaton Seal (R), collect items for Hospice.
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by Adam Gault With the season of giving and sharing upon us, students at Colchester North Public School are collecting toiletries and select non-perishable items for donation to The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. Grade seven Leadership Candidates, Alexa Soucie and Keaton Seal, are spearheading the charitable endeavour to collect a wide-variety of sundries and consumables for direct donation to Hospice. The items being collected include toothpaste, toothbrushes, juice, Jell-O, pudding, and meal replacements, such as Ensure or Boost. The decision to support The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County was made earlier this fall when the Colchester North grade
seven class attended its annual Leadership Camp at Gess†wood Camp and Education Centre. After learning more about what Hospice means, and how it supports people, the students decided that it would be the organization they would collect donations for during the 2018-19 school year. “It’s a good organization to help out, because not a lot of kids know what it is, as opposed to other foundations,” Soucie explained of their decision to collect items for the organization. “I didn’t know what hospice was.” This year’s charitable collection has also been a learning experience for many surrounding the role and duties of hospice care, with the leadership students using the opportunity to educated fellow peers at the school of the important role the organization plays in the community. “Our teacher is really
pleased with us, and the students like helping out,” Soucie said. “We did an assembly about this, addressing the school, and we had the kids in our class make posters, and they really loved doing
that.” Looking not just at their immediate student body and extended families for donations, Colchester North is also
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Belle River Lions Ladies Auxiliary donate locally
Pictured above: Julie Curtis (CSC Manager of Community Support), Rick Anderson (President Rochester/ Belle River Goodfellows), Janet Parent (President Ladies Auxiliary Legion Branch 399), and Tracey Bailey (CEO of CSC).
submitted to EFP The Ladies Auxiliary of Belle River Legion,
Branch 399, were out spreading cheer to two local charities on Friday,
December 7. Janet Parent, Ladies Auxiliary President, delivered cheques to the Community Support Centre of Essex County and the Rochester/Belle River Goodfellows for $1000 each. “These donations are made possible by the hard work of our volunteers,” Parent said. “We are so thankful for this donation and are happy that these funds will remain local,” said an appreciative Julie Curtis of the CSC. Rick Anderson, of the Goodfellows agreed, “These funds will go a long way in helping local families in need.”
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Essex family reflects on War Amps 100th Anniversary
submitted EFP The War Amps 100th anniversary year-long celebration is coming to a close. What began as an Association to assist war amputee veterans returning from the First World War, has expanded its programs over the years to support all amputees, including Neleh Cichon, 9, of Essex. Neleh was born a partial left hand amputee, and as a member of The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, is eligible for financial assistance for artificial limbs and recreational devices. She also attends regional CHAMP seminars where “Champs” and their parents learn about the latest in artificial limbs, dealing with teasing and bullying and parenting an amputee child. “The War Amps has been an incredible support for Neleh and our family,” says mom, Jayne. “The seminars have given her the opportunity to meet kids just like her and to know that she’s not alone. It’s amazing what The War Amps has done for amputees over the last century.” Executive Director of the CHAMP Program, Danita Chisholm says, “Although The War Amps has provided 100 years of innovative programs, there is still much to do to ensure amputees have the artificial limbs they need to lead full and active lives. With the public’s support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service, our vital programs for amputees will carry on long into the future.” The War Amps receives no government grants and its programs are possible through public support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service.
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by Kyle Reid The John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area celebrated the days of Christmas past last Sunday, decorating the farm and pioneer home as it would have been centuries ago for the annual Christmas in the County event. The Homestead has been organizing
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holiday-themed events for some three decades now. This year’s event was an educational and thrilling demonstration of old-fashioned holiday fun, with homestead staff and volunteers decked out in traditional pioneer outfits to educate guests on 19th century Christmastime traditions. The event featured
hands-on activities, like stringing popcorn, baking cookies over an open fire, and wreathmaking. Visitors could warm up from the brisk, but fair, weather over a log fire, while sipping on a mug of hot cider and snacking on traditional roasted chestnuts. “If you’ve never had chestnuts roasted on an open fire, now’s the time,” Homestead staff member Jess Rose said. There were also demonstrations of pioneer work life, like woodworking and blacksmithing, to the delight of homestead visitors. Undoubtedly, however, the most popular attraction of the event was the horse-drawn carriage rides, which took visitors on a small tour of the homestead area.
Colchester North collecting needed items for Hospice... seeking donations from the general public to support the hospice, with a goal of collecting 1000 items for donation. “I feel like it’s doing good, and that we’ll raise a lot of donations for the Hospice,” Seal said, adding the school’s Holiday Concert on December 19 would be a great opportunity for families to
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bring an item to the school for donation. Colchester North will accept items until the winter break, and will resume collections in the new year until spring. Any items from the list can be dropped off in person, with the collection specifically seeking additional meal replacements and non-slip socks.
German folklore figures, and Santa Claus’s historic counterparts, Ruprecht and Belsnickel, also visited the homestead to share their naughty and nice lists with guests. The duo also showcased their white mare-the traditional sleigh animal before Santa’s reindeer, Rose explained. “I’ve heard quite a few celebrations from children who were happy to know they were on the nice list this year,” Rose said. “We had one name on the naughty list though, on a special request from his partner.” The event was surely entertaining and informative for the hundreds who attended. Smiles were plenty among guests who learned and experienced pioneer-style Christmas traditions. As for the many volunteers and staff at the homestead who helped organize the event, the annual Christmas events are an engaging way to connect people to a simpler time and spirit of holidays gone by.
“The holidays get quite busy,” Rose said. “I think the pioneer pace of life is a nice way to relax
and get to enjoy some of the traditions in a different way.”
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Thrive program hosts first Christmas event
Local youth enjoy making gingerbread houses during a Christmas-themed event as part of the intergeneration and interdenominational “Thrive: A Living Manual for Families” program.
by Sylene Argent Last Wednesday evening, Essex United Church and St. Paul’s Anglican Church teamed up to host another “Thrive: A Living Manual for Families event;” this one with a Christmas theme. Everyone, any age, was welcome to celebrate the holiday season at this fun event, which took place inside Essex United Church’s hall. Those who attended were able to play a trivia game, make gingerbread houses, and enjoy treats and holiday music. Earlier this year, Essex United Church
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and St. Paul’s Anglican Church teamed up to offer the unique “Thrive: A Living Manual for Families” program to the community to create a platform where young children, pre-teens, teens, and adults could have some fun, prepare a tasty dinner, and discuss difficult topics and navigate through challenges. The program is administered through the website www.facebook.com/ ThriveFamiliesManual/ Reverend Chris Brouillard-Coyle, who is of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, said the opportunity to discuss current issues takes place on the Facebook page. Topics could include, should youth learn to write cursively or current news issues. “It is interesting to see how the conversation goes,” she said. “Sometime, [the topic] seems to hit home.” Both churches were fortunate to get a grant to launch this program. It is hoped it will be able to carry forward, and that other groups in different areas will start similar forums. In the near future, fundraising events will be held to help raise donations so the program can continue. Recently, gift boxes were made and decorated, which were sold at a recent St. Paul’s Anglican Church pasta dinner as a fundraiser for the program.
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by Sylene Argent The doors to the historic Essex Railway Station were opened to the public on Sunday as the annual Victorian Christmas Sale & More was hosted ahead of the holiday season. Several vendor tables were setup inside the railway station for those in search for a perfect holiday gift for that hardto-buy-for individual on their Christmas shopping list. Visitors could also support a bake sale the Bryerswood Youth Optimist Camp hosted, or hop onto the caboose onsite to play with a few train sets that were operating, while decorated for the holiday season. Hosting events at the historic Essex Railway Station is always a good fundraiser for Heritage Essex, which maintains the facility. Opening the doors for an event also gives area residents and visitors a chance to see the inside of the building and view the items on display.
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Santa makes a stop for breakfast at CTMHV
which is hosted in his honour. The Museum has organized this annual event for around a decade now. This year’s traditional breakfast was well-attended, but had slightly lower participants than last year’s event, due
to conflicting events in the County. Nevertheless, the museum was packed in the morning, with many of the children barely able to contain their excitement about meeting Old St. Nick. And while the many eager children were thrilled
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the dancers who usually perform at the annual event. The ‘ancient relics’ sparked the curiosity of many of the young children. “A lot of kids have never seen those machines before, so they had some interest in them and seeing how they worked,” Emily Atkinson said, who is the CTMHV Media and Events Coordinator. Like most CTMHV events, proceeds from the breakfast went towards
funding supplies for the Museum’s Children’s Education Program. The Breakfast with Santa is one of the three major buffetstyle fundraiser events organized by the museum every year. “They’re really good income generators for us, and they’re a lot of fun for families,” Atkinson said. “It’s a great opportunity to spend some time with your family, have breakfast with Santa, and do some crafts.”
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Cottam dancer earns gold, silver, and bronze at World Dance Championships
Photo submitted: ten-year-old Jamieson MacNeil, a member of the Team Canada Dance Children, returned from the World Dance Championships as an international champion.
by Sylene Argent Jamieson MacNeil returned back home to Cottam a champion last week, taking home a piece of hardware in all three colours. The local dancer recently competed in the World Dance Championships, which took place in Poland between November 29-December 4. Competing in the children 11-and-under division as a part of the illustrious Team Canada Dance, MacNeil and his team earned the gold in Ballet Formation and a silver in Jazz Formation. The young performer, who dances with All That Jazz Dance Company in Chatham, also wowed the international judges to earn a bronze in the men’s solo event. MacNeil performed in character as a matador and used a cape prop during his solo performance. Team Canada, his mom, Annajayne, said, selected her son to perform a solo during the competition. She noted 26 countries were represented at the international competition. His team just missed the podium in the Jazz Group division (which was comprised of six of the team’s dancers), having earned a fourth-place finish.
MacNeil was pleased with the results he and his team earned on the dance floor, especially for having earned the top place finish
in Ballet Formation. He said his teacher drilled the team pretty hard to ensure the routine was perfect, and all that hard work paid off. Performing on the international stage was nerve-wrecking, MacNeil noted, especially when he and his teammates first stepped onto the dance floor, which was a lot more slippery than he anticipated. The team, however, managed to pull off a great routine. In addition to participating in the international competition and being able to learn from watching other experienced dancers perform, MacNeil also enjoyed touring Poland. MacNeil said he is extremely grateful to everyone who showed support while he prepared to represent his county on the international dance stage. Already, MacNeil is looking forward to his next competition.
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Border Cities Polish Club donates to Salvation Army
by Sylene Argent While the holiday season is a time for giving, Border Cities Polish Club former President, Fred Pernal, and former Vice President, Paul Pearz, took the time to forward a generous $2,000 donation to the Essex Salvation Army last Friday evening. Major Sam Roberts of the Essex Salvation Army The Border Cities Polish Club’s former President, Fred was pleased to accept the Pernal, and former Vice President, Paul Pearz, presented donation amidst the local Major Sam Roberts (pictured Centre) with a $2000 donation Church’s Kettle and Letter for the Essex Salvation Army last Friday evening. Campaigns, where there is non-profit organization. It had a mandate a goal to raise $80,000 this holiday season to provide social and cultural interactions to support its Christmas Hamper project, in with the Polish community and help others addition to the programs it provides for local through charitable donations. individuals and families in need all year Both the representatives of the Border long. Cities Polish Club have ties to Essex, so The $2,000, Roberts said, will go a long they were especially pleased to make the way in helping to fund the Essex Salvation donation to Major Roberts. They noted Army’s Christmas Hamper program, which other donations would be made throughout provides a Christmas meal and toys to area the region as well. families and individuals facing economic Though Pernal is the immediate former stress. President of the Border Cities Polish Club, Pernal and Pearz noted the Border Cities Pearz held that position for several years Polish Club was established in 1931 as a previously.
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Ancient Spirit Temple Kung Fu hosts martial arts open house in Essex
by Kyle Reid The art of Kung Fu was on display at the Essex Community Centre on Sunday, as members of Ancient Spirit Temple Kung Fu organized a martial arts demonstration to kick off the opening of a new school in town.
In a showcase of punches, kicks, and throws, members of Ancient Spirit Temple Kung Fu demonstrated their knowledge of the ancient Chinese martial art to the delight of friends, family, and anyone interested in getting to know more about the fighting style.
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Ancient Spirit Temple Kung Fu, operated by Sifu (Cantonese for ‘teacher’) Nicholas Waite, originated in Lakeshore in 2004. After nearly 15 years teaching Kung Fu, Waite is now expanding his martial arts program into Essex with the goal of sharing the art of Kung Fu with anyone who is interested. Students at Ancient Spirit Temple Kung Fu practice a form of Kung Fu known as Northern Seven Star Praying Mantis. The form teaches self-defence techniques through fluid, dance-like movements. Grappling, joint locks, and holds are also taught in a system known as Shaolin Chin-Na, Waite explained. Emphasis is also placed on the historical side of the art, with higher ranking students practicing proficiency in classic Chinese weaponry handling. Waite, who teaches alongside Sifu Gilles Vachon, has a diverse martial arts background, with almost 30 years of training in Kung Fu and Tae Kwon Do. However, Waite said there is no experience necessary to give it a shot, and students can begin learning as early as five years old. “In class is where everyone learns and you’ve got to do it from the beginning,” Waite said. “I went from learning [Tae Kwon Do], and after doing that for almost 15 years, I started fresh with Kung Fu.” Sunday’s demonstration featured a
number of Waite’s students, from beginners to advanced Kung Fu practitioners, showing their skills. Students measure their progress in a traditional coloured belt system, or in this case, a sash, with a variety of colours indicating higher or lower ranks of proficiency in the art. However, the benefits of practicing Kung Fu go far beyond obtaining a high rank or learning new techniques, Waite said. “Everybody learns at their own pace,” Waite commented. “It’s about understanding yourself and building that confidence.”
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by Sylene Argent The Maidstone Bicentennial Museum and its Junior Historical Society is on a mission to collect mittens in an effort to keep others warm this winter. Museum Curator, Victoria Beulieu, is asking anyone in a position to give, to think about picking up a pair of mittens or gloves to support the
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Museum’s mitten drive. The donations can be dropped off at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or placed in the drop off box in front of the building, anytime). Donations can also be dropped off at the Essex Home Hardware or at Trepanier’s Fuel and Automotive Centre in Saint Joachim.
“They offered to help. I thought it was nice of them,” Beaulieu said of the participation of the local businesses. All of the mittens, or other warming wears, donated through this collection program, will be donated to the Essex Salvation Army, which will then be forwarded to local families and individuals in need. Any
by Sylene Argent Before the Essex Centre Santa Claus Parade officially kicked off on Saturday evening, families were able to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at Essex United Church. The Essex Centre BIA sponsored the event, with help of the volunteers at the local church. Those who attended not only had a chance to talk to Santa about their holiday wishes, but also had the opportunity to enjoy sweet treats and hot chocolate, play, and colour in an activity book provided to them for attending.
size of mitten will be accepted. The Maidstone Bicentennial Museum will drop off the donated items on two different dates; one before Christmas and the other nearing the end of January. That way, youth who may lose their first pair of mittens can have a replacement for the remainder of the winter. Warming wear will be collected until January 15. “It is going pretty well so far,” Beaulieu said of the collection. “We want to collect as many pair of mittens as possible.” The Maidstone Bicentennial Museum is a not-for-profit organization, and its members are always working to support its programs to ensure the Museum can be enjoyed
Victoria Beaulieu, Curator at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum, is pictured with the pairs of gloves and mittens the local historical club has been able to collect to date. It is hoped many pairs will be forwarded to the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum to warm as many local individuals and families in need as possible.
by as many as possible. “It is nice to work for others,” Beaulieu said of collecting mittens for the Salvation Army. “We teach the kids [in the Junior Historical Society], you have to reach out into the community
and help others as much as possible.” The Maidstone Bicentennial Museum chose to collect mittens as they are a needed, yet easy to pick-up, warming item.
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submitted to EFP The eighth meeting of the 4-H Cloverbuds focused on small animals. The meeting began with the roll-call, which included members talking about their pets and any funny stories about them. Cloverbuds members have lots of pets including cats, dogs, fish, ponies, and birds. Some members have only one pet, but others may have as many as eight pets. It was fun hearing about the variety of pets and some of the funny things that pets do. We did an activity to
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Essex/Southpoint Atom AE drop a pair categorize our animals into species. We have the canine species and our list of types of dogs was long. There are many dog breeds from beagles to great danes and lots in between. Then we went on to the feline species and named some breeds of cats like Burmese and Siamese. The cavy species includes guinea pigs. Other species include birds and rabbits. Types of birds include parrots, parakeets and canaries. Rabbit breeds include Flemish Giant and Holland Lop. We did a dot-to-
dot activity to see what the mystery pet was, as well as some colour by number pets. Rayne, Charlotte, and Jack made some “Human Puppy Chow” for us to nibble on during our meeting. It was determined that they had all the ingredients, utensils, and time required to make it. And, it turned out delicious! Charlotte G brought a yummy snack for everyone and Rayne passed out his boxes of juice for everyone. It was a fun meeting talking about small animals.
submitted to EFP The Essex Ravens Atom AE dropped a pair of weekend contests in the Bluewater Hockey League. On Friday, the first place Belle River Canadiens, were the visitors to the Unico Rink in Leamington and skated away with a 5 to 1 victory. The score wasn’t indicative of the play as it took three late, power play goals, by the visitors, to put away the pesky Ravens. The score was tied at 1-1 heading into the third period before the late surge by the Canadiens. The gang will need to learn to stay out of the sin bin to be able to compete in future contests. The lone goal scorer by Essex was James Sonoski with his initial tally of the season. He fired a hard wrister from just inside the blueline that beat the Belle River goalie through the five hole. Congrats James. On Sunday, the the gang visited the Adie Knox Arena to take on the Windsor Jr. Spitfires. The Spits closed the margin between themselves and the Ravens in the Bluewater standings with a hard earned, 6-1 victory. Again, in this game, the Ravens played great hockey early in the contest, but couldn’t keep applying any pressure on Windsor as the game went on. Windsor pulled away with two goals in the second
period and two goals in the third. Essex scored early in the contest on a nice passing play when Nicholas Brophey set up Ryan Reid for their only marker of the game. The Ravens are going to have to regroup and play more as a team as the regular season winds down and the playoffs begin. The effort put forward in previous weekends needs to return for the squad to achieve the success we know can be attained. The Ravens thank the Leamington Flyers for honouring them Thursday evening for winning the Southpoint Capital Cup and allowing the Essex Atom AE players to help in the collection of the teddy bears after the Flyers’ first goal. Also thanks to the Leamington Kinsmen Club for its wonderful donation to the team on this evening.
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COX, Reitta K (nee Ellis) - (99) at PeopleCare Oakcrossing, London, Ontario. Surrounded in spirit and in truth by the love and support of many family members, friends and loved ones. Predeceased by her husband, Reverend George Cox (2011) who was the love of her life for 68 years; by her son Sterling Victor Cox (1997) (Margaret); and by her siblings Sterling, Frances and Murray; Mother of Katheleen Ellis (Kathryn Forester). Grandmother of Richard Cox (Siân) and Suzanne Uren. Great-grandmother of Zachary, Emma, and Luke Cox, and Timothy and Jonathan Uren. She was also beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Reitta graduated from Essex Ontario District High School, was very active in her church and a Brownie Leader before entering the Salvation Army Theological College in Toronto. She graduated in 1941 and after serving churches in Wingham and Dunnville she married Captain George Cox in 1943. Together they ministered in Listowel, Brockville, Toronto and Cobourg before leaving for South Africa in 1949 with their 2 children to do missionary work. In Johannesburg she was in charge of a young men’s hostel and also worked as the Salvation Army’s court worker assisting women attending the courts (many of them sex workers with alcohol and addiction issues) and finding them shelter and employment. In Cape Town she actively participated in and supported all aspects of the ministerial requirements of the churches served by her husband. She also worked with child welfare services. After 20 years Reitta returned to Canada with her family and continued to support her husband in several pastorates. Living in Essex in retirement she remained active in church work. Music was always a great part of her life and she formed Ladies Vocal Trios whenever possible. At Corunna United Church an LP record was made, selling hundreds of copies (all proceeds were donated to missionary work). Keeping in touch with family and friends was very important to her and writing letters was a pleasure. After George’s death, she remained active at PeopleCare, participating in residents’ councils and committees until failing health required her to curtail her involvements. She and George were among the first residents of PeopleCare and during her years there, she befriended many of the staff and residents regaling them with stories about life in South Africa and providing a wise and loving “listening ear.” Appreciation is expressed to the wonderful staff of PeopleCare for their thoughtful care of both George and Reitta in their final years. Memorial donations can be sent to Colborne Street United Church, Essex United Church, 53 Talbot Street South, Essex, ON N8M 1B1 or the charity of your choice. Visitation will be held from 1-2 pm at Colborne Street United Church, 711 Colborne Street, London, ON on Saturday, December 15, 2018 where the funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Interment to take place on December 17, 2018 at 11 am in Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville, Ontario. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com. ______________________________________________________
COLCLOUGH, Richard Neil - Aug 23 1942 - Nov 30 2018 - Richard went home to God peacefully on November 30, 2018 at the age of 76, after a brief illness, surrounded by family and much love. Cherished husband to Barb. Loving father to Albert and Tracey (Randy). Dearest step father to Amy, Tami (Noel), Caroline (Clint), and Thomas (Amy D.) Special Papa to grandson Rhys. Grampy Rich to Ashley, Katie, Alec, Chandler, Derek, Dylan, Bella, Trent, Claire, Emma, Lillia, and Link. Beloved brother to John (Paulette) and Bob. Uncle to Ann and Nancy. Will be missed by good friends Bob L., Marilyn and Vern K., and many cousins, neices and nephews, friends and associates. Predeceased by parents Albert and Alice, sister Barb and first wife Bonnie. Richard graduated U of W Teachers’ College and despite being a natural teacher, went on to become an entrepreneur. Partnering with friends for C & M Moldfinishing, Whitfield Welding, Canadian Mold Transport, and Confidence Tool & Mold. He retired in his early 50s and spent winters in Florida where he met Barb. He volunteered for Lions Club in Essex and Englewood. Past president of PWP, FL and proud board member of Essex Condo Corp. He dearly loved his family, a good meal, and a great deal. He was our rock of support and will be sorely missed. As per his request, cremation has taken place and a memorial party will be held on Sunday, January 13 from 2 - 5pm at Manchester Pub, Windsor. Obituaries continued on Page 19
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MYERS, Donald Earl “Don”- was born on January 13, 1945 and spent his entire life raising Hell in Gesto, while building his home and family. We sadly announce he passed peacefully surrounded by our family on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 73 years of age. Don lost the love of his life, Brenda, in 2003. Loving Dad of Debra “George” Myers and Tim, Terry Myers and Ruth Ann and Shari Freeman and husband, Darren. Proud Papa of Brandon, Steven, and Courtney Taylor, Kyle (Courtney) and Jessica Myers, Cole, and Kierra Freeman and Great-Pepe of Emma Taylor and Kaylee Dubois-Taylor. Dearest son of the late Grace Miller and Earl Myers. Dear brother of Bob and late wife Florence and late Larry and wife, Sandy and brother-in-law of Patricia Meloche (late Garnet), Bob Cote (Pat), Roger Cote (Arlene), Doug Cote (Janet), Michelle Cote (Eddie) and Rochelle Cote. Don will also be remembered and missed by his numerous nieces and nephews, Daeca Renaud and his many friends. Don retired as a beloved custodian from Colchester North Public School and is remembered each year at graduation with the Don Myers Service Award given to the student that exemplifies responsibility, dedication, and school pride. Don had an honorary life membership with K of C Council 2844 McGregor. He enjoyed spending time on the golf course with his buddies and left his empty chair at the legion in Essex Royal Canadian Legion Br. # 201. He will be remembered for his love of beer, loyalty to family and friends, humour, sarcasm, and his genuine kindness. Family and friends were invited to visit at the Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-776-4233) on Saturday, December 8. The celebration for Don took place on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Br 201 Essex (103 Talbot Street North, Essex). AT DON’S REQUEST, visitors were asked to wear their favourite jeans and T-shirts (Free beer case shirts acceptable). Anyone who arrived in a tie had to buy a round (Legion hat rules applied). Don was always dedicated, sharing his smile, as he sold poppies each year. In his memory, if desired, it would be appreciated if memorial donations could be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Br. #201 Poppy Fund or the Quilts of Valour Fund. Family and friends are invited to share their memories online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca _________________________________________________________
DIEMER, John Mark - Sadly, we announce the peaceful passing of John on Thursday, November 22, 2018 at WRH Metropolitan Campus at 72 years of age. Beloved husband of Helen (nee van Wezel) for 51 years. Proud and loving Dad of Dave and wife Stacie, Brian and wife, Jody, Jeff and Joe and wife Krista. Cherished Papa of Shaelyn, Abigayle, Bryce, Jerah, Zackary, Mitchell, Julia, Rubie, Carson, Hudson and Opal. Dearest brother of Geraldine Heil (Larry), Theresa Curtis (Murray), Patrick Diemer (Theresa), Angela Hartley, Rita Walpole-Martin (Norm), Margaret Lafferty (Larry), Mary Reeb (Rick), Edward Diemer (Elaine), Timothy Diemer (Christine), Betsy Moison (Hermas), Christine Herniman (Rick), Robert Diemer (Brenda), Richard Diemer (late Debra), Roger Diemer, Nora Srigley, and brother-in-law of late Leo van Wezel (Andrea) and late Marcel van Wezel. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. John was a 2nd generation farmer, having farmed his whole life in Woodslee. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and relaxing at the cottage. John and Helen spent their time together, often at their children and grandchildren’s activities. He lived his life to the fullest, making every day an adventure. Family and friends were invited to Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Ave. E., Essex (519-7764233) for visitation. Visiting continued on Monday, November 26, 2018 at Essex Gospel Community Church 335 Talbot St. South, Essex until time of Funeral Service to celebrate John’s life. Cremation has followed. If desired, memorial donations made to Bethel Christian Church or the Essex Food Bank would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their memories or make a donation online at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
Tuesday afternoon Pepper had Carolyn McCarthy and Floyd Cascadden tied for the most peppers. Tom Dewhurst had high score and Virgery Cascadden had low score. Peter Starzacher had high score at Wednesday night Pepper. George Diesbourg earned the most peppers and Katie Starzacher had low score. Thanks to all who attended our Christmas Bazaar on the weekend. We appreciate your support. submitted by Sue Holman
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Thanks to all who volunteer to stand at the kettles. Your help is appreciated more than you can imagine. Funds from the kettle help those in need through our Family Services Program. We still have spots to fill, so if you can spare 2 hours, please call the church office at 776-4628 to sign up for a shift. Join us on the third Sunday of Advent at 10:30 for Family Worship led by Major Sam Roberts. Stay for refreshments and fellowship after the service. Mark your calendar that our Christmas Eve service is at 6p.m. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. “Jesus is the Reason for the Season!” All weekly programs have concluded until January 2019. Thank you to the Essex 73’s Hockey Club for hosting the toy and canned goods drive recently. Your generous donations will bring smiles to the faces of many children.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church St. Paul’s Holiday Market will be Saturday, Dec. 15th from 10am - 2pm, this will be the last market until Spring 2019. The monthly communion Service at Iler Lodge will take place on Thursday, Dec. 20 at 10:30 am. Blue Christmas Service is on Dec. 20 at 7pm for those who find Christmas difficult for whatever reason. This is an opportunity to bring our struggle to God and feel God’s presence through music, prayer, reflection, silence, and candlelight. Christmas Eve Services is at 7pm at St. Paul’s, 9 pm at Trinity A celebration of this holy night with readings, prayers, Communion, music, and candlelight. Please visit our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org or our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org.
The Warming Tree: you are invited to bring in donations of hats, mittens, socks, scarves, gloves, and shawls. These items will be delivered to the Downtown Mission for distribution to their clients. White Gift Sunday is on December 16. You are invited to bring in new, unwrapped toys. They will be given to the Essex Fire Department for their toy drive. The Christmas Eve Service is December 24 at 7pm. This will be a joint service with Belle River United in Belle River. Coffee and Conversations is on Thursdays at 10am. Everyone is welcome.
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St. Mary’s youth choir will sing at the 7p.m. Christmas Eve Mass. Youth from Grade 3 - Grade 12 are invited to join. Please meet in the church right after school on Fridays. Please sign up at the back of the church. K of C meets on Thursday, December 13th at 7:30 p.m. at the Maidstone Rec Centre. Church decorating for Christmas takes place on Monday, December 17th at 6p.m. The Sandwich South Cultural & Resource Centre is open every Saturday morning from 9a.m. - Noon. It will also be opened on Friday, December 21st from 1 - 4p.m. to mark the 52nd Anniversary of the school bus accident. Everyone is welcome to drop in. If you wish to stop by during the holidays, please contact Wendy at 519-890-9120. Please keep in your prayers and all the people who are sick, shut-in and in Hospice.
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We would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to attend our third Sunday in Advent, December 16th morning worship service beginning at 10am with Mr. Dave Gourley, from Windsor ON. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. Visit us online for service times and directions or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
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Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us Sunday mornings at 10 am for worship. Coffee hour to follow. Rev. Catherine will conclude, “The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem” Dinner Series on Monday, December 17th. We will have dinner at 6pm with a discussion of Chapter 5 to follow. Preschool Play Time has started and will continue every Thursday from 9:30am 12noon. Caregivers & kids 0-4 are invited to drop in. There will be toys and crafts, circle time, and healthy snacks. Last Thursday of the month is gym day and lunch! A special Christmas Party is planned for Thursday, December 20th. The UCW Christmas Gathering will be held Monday, December 10th at 1pm in Simpkins Hall. We will support the Children’s Aid Society. No cash donations please. Cheques made payable to the Children’s Aid Society will be forwarded. All women of the congregation are invited. The 2018 Ministerial Series, Singing Through Advent, continues on Wednesday, December 12 at Church of the Redeemer, 15545 County Road 8, Essex. “O How a Rose e’er blooming” led by Pastor Jim Hatt. The service begins at noon and is followed by a light lunch. Free-will offering gratefully accepted. All are welcome. Please join us on Sunday, December 16th at 10am for a Christmas Cantata. A worship service of music celebrating the Christmas story, with lunch to follow. If you would like to bring a dessert, that would be appreciated. White Gift Sunday and Communion is on Sunday, December 23rd. Bring nonperishable food items or monetary donations for the Essex Area Food Bank. Our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service is Monday, December 24th at 7 pm. You can find us on the web at www.bethelmaidstone.com. Our email address is bmuc@xplornet.ca and the office number is (519) 723-2284.
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Pastor Gerrie shared on how the atmosphere changes when we worship. The longer we worship God, the more we move into His glory. Early prayer & worship is on Sundays at 8:30 am. The Young Adults Christmas Party will be held on Saturday, December 15th. On December 16th, the Children’s Ministry is hosting Adventure Camp. Please have your children wear clothes that are okay to get a little messy! The Youth Christmas Party will be held on December 21st at 6:30pm. The Christmas Celebration will be held on December 23rd at 6:30pm. Volunteer Appreciation Night will be held on January 18th. For more information, visit our website at antiochcanada.ca. Be Blessed! Essex Retirees’ Social Club Shirley Stiers won high score at Euchre on Sunday afternoon. Evelyn Vivier and Mavis Law tied for second and Anna Dobson had low score. Monday night Pepper winners were Anna Dobson with highest number of points, Judy Kelly with the most peppers and Mavis Law had low score.
What’s Going On... . DEC. 15 - HOLIDAY MARKET at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 92 St. Paul St. (behind Essex Appliance) 10am - 2pm. Call: 519-980-4942 for more details. DEC. 18 - ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave W. from 1- 7pm. For more info: www.blood.ca. DEC. 20 - HARROW BLOOD DONOR CLINIC at Camoes Portuguese Club of Harrow, 390 Sinasac Street, West from 1- 7pm. For more info: www.blood.ca. SUN COUNTY LYME AWARENESS SUPPORT GROUP offers monthly support for Lyme disease patients,family,& friends. If you are looking for info or connection, come join the discussion, learn, and share. Meetings are held the last Wednesday of every month (with exception of July & August) @ 6:30p.m. in the Cactus Room at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. Look us up on Facebook for updates. HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. The primary goal of the program is for the client to take responsibility for her physical & psychological safety. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781. COPING WITH ANGER GROUP - Wednesdays at Erie Shores Healthcare. For more information, contact Community Partnership at 226-348-4548 or email info@ cupartner.ca.
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Continued from Page 19 The Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Victor & Marie Van Belle, given by Archie & Vicky Van Belle and Howard and Marg Brackell. Thank you to everyone for supporting the pie ladies with all the orders received and to everyone who helped in preparing all those pies, 339 of them. This was a huge success and we hope you all enjoy them. We will be back in the spring! Don’t forget to put your favorite song in the box. It will be fun to see what favourites get voted in. Christmas services are getting closer. The Blue Christmas Service is on December 20 at 7pm at St. Paul’s. Christmas Eve Service will be at 9pm. Join us Sundays at 9:15 in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. Essex County Library - Essex BRANCH CHRISTMAS COOKIES AND BOOKS - Children are invited to the Essex Library to decorate & take home Christmas cookies. *The Library will provide cookies & a variety of frostings & edible decorations. Saturday, December 15 at 10:30 am. Ages 5 & up. Register online or at the library. Golden Years Golf Report A strong performance, by 48 golfers, delivered 86 aces last Thursday. Sharing the lead, with 4 aces each, were Armand Decaluwe, Cathy Dewhurst, Andy Orsini, Moe Scratch, and Colleen Pearse. The highlight of the day was by Team 6, carding three holes-in-one on hole 3. Shooting 17, over 9 holes, were Tom Sasso, Armand Decaluwe, Cathy Dewhurst, Moe Scratch, Andy Orsini, and Betty McManus. Leading over 18 holes, with a score of 37 were Andy Orsini, Bob McWilliam, Betty McManus, and Julia Kos. A strong showing by Julia Kos gave her the lead over 36 holes with a score of 75. Team 15 (Pete Daudlin, Bob Martin, Lloyd Honey) took first place, with a combined score of 238. Second place, with 239, was captured by team Aces (Armand Decaluwe, Tom Sasso, Dorothy Cascadden). Team 9 (Laurie Hylton, John Murphy, Betty McManus) earned the third place spot. The annual Christmas Buffet breakfast begins at 9:00 am next Thursday, followed by the last golf adventure of 2018.
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K of C Fish Fry is on Dec. 14, from 4:30 - 7pm. Tickets at the door and take out available. Proceeds to Squires. The Giving tree is up for Christmas in the Gather Space. The gifts support seniors at the nursing homes, Holy Name School, Children’s Aid Society, and our Parish families. Please take a tag and return the gift by the specified date. Life Night Christmas Party is for grades 9 - 12. They will celebrate with dinner and fun after 6pm mass on December 16 until 9:45pm. Semi-formal attire. Euchre Night at the K of C is Monday, December 17 at 7pm in Meeting Room A. Proceeds to St. Vincent de Paul Society. Holy Name Christmas Mass Schedule: Thursday, Dec. 20: 5 - 6:15pm, Saturday, Dec. 22: 3:30 - 4:30pm, Christmas Eve: 5pm, 7pm, and 9pm, Christmas Day: 9:30am, New Year’s Eve: 5pm, and New Year’s Day: 9:30am. We have new lights in the church! Thank you to everyone who made this happen. God bless you all and have a great week!
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1968 Camaro goes to new home
Neil Wigg with his tomato red 1968 Camaro, the perfect colour for a Leamington car!
Neil Wigg of Leamington, Ontario, is the proud new owner of a tomato red 1968 Camaro hardtop purchased from a woman in Kingsville who owned it for 34 years. The Webster Motors dealer plate on the back suggests that the car was sold new in Windsor. This Camaro is a factory fresh original with its 250 cubic inch six cylinder engine and automatic transmission with “His and Hers” floor shift. The odometer reads slightly over 60,400 miles. No metric system in Canada in 1968! I met Neil and his friend Shannon Dresser (who arrived in his 1986 Camaro) recently at McDonalds for a photo shoot. As we were lining up some pictures, a young man and a young woman came over to admire the car. Figuring he would be too young to know much about Neil’s Camaro (50 years old this year), I asked the young man to guess the year of the car. He took another look at it and asked: “Late ‘60s?” “Yes!” we replied. “You’re getting warm!” Then he said: “1968?” Bingo! Right on! Neil actually had a ride in the car about a year ago, courtesy of the previous owner. When she asked him recently if he would like to buy it, he didn’t hesitate. The car came with two brand new replacement bumpers still in the box and a new floor pan for the trunk in case the original should ever need replacing. The car has no power steering or power brakes, giving the driver some exercise when parking or slowing down. The original radio does not work but the original heater does. The engine compartment with the six cylinder engine provides lots of room for servicing. The first Camaro came out in 1967 as GM’s answer to the Ford Mustang, which arrived in April 1964. The new Camaro with its sleek and stylish lines was well received and came in several versions, including R/S (Rally Sport) and SS (Super Sport) as well as a variety of V8 engines in addition to the six cylinder. Neil’s Camaro is the second year of the first generation of Camaro, and all these Camaros are highly collectible today.
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by Garrett Fodor This past week, the Essex 73’s were in for a test as the team faced its rival on Tuesday, the Lakeshore Canadiens. Entering the game, the Canadiens were reeling after two losses and were looking to end the losing streak. The Canadiens started on the right note, beating goaltender Connor Meyerink just 43 seconds in, with Dylan Bradley doubling the lead just five minutes later. William Stadder responded 29 seconds later. The Canadiens, however, managed a third goal on Meyerink. In the closing seconds of the first period, Stadder converted his second after a burst of speed. The 73’s used the momentum, from the end of the first period, to its favour as Adam Gaiarin beat Nolan Hakr with the man-advantage. Closing out the frame, Stadder then beat Hakr for the third time. Essex had its first lead of the game going into the third period.
Quinn Fazekas doubled the 73’s lead just four minutes into the third, before Tycen Chittle fooled a screened Connor Meyerink. Fortunately for Essex, it shutdown the Canadiens offense and added an empty netter to prevail, 6-4. Closing out the week, Essex was on the road to face the Petrolia Flyers. Petrolia opened the scoring of game, five minutes in, with the man-advantage. Jacob Cruickshank responded four minutes later. Mark McNally then beat 73’s goalie, Connor Meyerink, to restore the Flyers’ lead. Closing out the frame, Essex netted three unanswered goals in as many minutes from Jack Sanko, Michael Vieira, and Adam Gaiarin. After 20 minutes of play, Essex outshot the Flyers, 16-7, and held a 4-2 lead. In the second frame, Essex continued to use its momentum to set the tone and pace of the game, using its speed to get behind the Flyers’ defence. The home team
scored two more goals in the period from Michael Ruttinger and William Stadder to chase Flyers’ goalie Chaska Thiel. Petrolia opened the scoring just 3:40 into the third period, when a turnover behind the net was forced. The puck got lost between Meyerink’s skates. From then on, however, the game was all Essex . Goals were scored by Riley Meyerink, Josh Pope-Ferguson, and William Stadder, who netted his second of the night. Essex prevailed 9-3 and outshot the Flyers, 43-26. The win setups up an important game for Tuesday as Essex hosts the first place Dresden Jr. Kings with the winner obtaining the first-place spot in the standings.
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73’s recognize Yellowjacket Midget travel team for its win record
by Sylene Argent Every athlete, no matter the sport, has his or her eyes set on winning the next championship and breaking personal records. It takes dedication from every member of any team to make it to the top. And, when that championship banner is earned and further raised, other athletes from the same hometown are sure to want to help celebrate that achievement. Before the puck dropped to begin the Tuesday, December 4 matchup against Lakeshore, the Essex 73’s took a moment to recognize the Essex Yellowjacket Midget Travel Team for having won the most Ontario titles of any age group in Essex Minor Baseball history. In total, the Essex Yellowjacket Midget Travel team, which is comprised of 16-yearold players, has won five provincial titles to date. The Essex 73’s, it was noted during the ceremony, was especially impressed with this baseball team’s accomplishments, including that it moved up a division to play teams from larger cities. In the 2018 baseball season, the Essex Yellowjackets Midget travel team won the “AA” championship, defeating teams of large cities, such as Barrie, Halton Hills, New Market, Ottawa, Leaside, and Ancaster. This was after defeating “AAA” teams in exhibition and tournament
the difference. During this on-ice ceremony, Essex 73’s President Gord Andry and Vice President Kris Wojnarowski presented each member of the local championship baseball team with a certificate of appreciation, in honour of the team’s 2018 Ontario Baseball Association All-
Photo submitted by Tim Law play of teams from Sarnia, Toronto, Windsor, and AJAX, information from the 73’s noted. Essex Yellowjacket Midget Travel Team Coach Glen Harnadek said moving up a division, or more, is unique. He said most towns similar in size to Essex stay in the “C” division, even if they win. Playing against larger centres often means playing against teams that host annual tryouts, where the Yellowjackets team players return. Harnadek said the majority of the athletes on this ball team have been together for eight years. The 2018 season, Harnadek said, was the first year this group of players played in the Midget Division, which includes up to 18-yearolds. “That is something else special. Even as a16year-old team, we almost won our regular season and we won our playoffs in the Sun Parlour League.” When competing at the provincial level, the local team played other teams of 16-year-olds. When the Essex Yellowjacket Midget Travel Team started playing the larger centres, no one knew were Essex was, Harnadek said, but he noted they do now. The Essex Yellowjackets Midget travel team was described as a tight-knit group, comprised of respectful athletes. “It is just a good group of ball players,” Harnadek said, adding the majority
of the team’s athletes are from Essex, with a few from neighbouring towns. “They work hard. They are well behaved. They get along really well onand-off the field,” the Coach said of the players on the Midget travel team. “They listen well and are respectful. We have never had a bad seed.” When one of the athletes on the team is struggling, “They pick each other up. No one gets down on them,” he noted. Harnadek said the players on the Midget travel team were really happy to learn the 73’s
wanted to recognize their successes. “It was nice of them to think of us. We are thankful to the 73’s for recognizing the team.” Though some of the ball players had other commitments, such as part time jobs, they were so moved by the recognition, every one of the baseball players made the ceremony, Harnadek said. For the 2019 season, the Essex Yellowjackets Midget Travel Team will lose a few players to the Selects. Harnadek said the team will pick up a few new players to make up
Ontario Championship on behalf of the Essex 73’s Junior Hockey Club.
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