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Essex Legion to celebrate 85 years PAGE 3 ________________ U of W recognizes local historian PAGE 10 _______________ High school auto show benefits Kingsville food bank PAGE 11 ________________ Sports Roundup - Byrne to coach Lakers PAGE 22 ________________ Open house allows discussion on June 8 Car Show PAGE 23 ________________
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by Sylene Argent The sound of gun fire stretch far and wide over the weekend as the 9th Annual War of 1812 Encampment was hosted, and enjoyed by many, at the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum. A packed itinerary was enjoyed by Museum
guests who learned about the war and some of the battles that took place locally. The War of 1812 celebrated its bicentennial anniversary just a few short years ago. Fort Malden National Historical Site Interpretation Officer Alex Dale spoke of the
Caldwell Rangers over the weekend. Dale explained the Caldwell Rangers were raised in Essex County and Kent County from the Essex Militia as a Ranger unit to raid into the United States to disrupt supply lines, steal supplies, raid farms, and “cause general
mayhem and havoc for the Americans,” he said. Those who made up the Caldwell Ranger roster, Dale said, were of the area, fit, agile, and independent minded. They were also individuals who could survive in the frontier without a lot of supplies.
“It was an interesting unit because [its members] were only issued one uniform in basically the spring of 1813-a green coat with a shortened shako, or what we tend to call a bucket cap, gray trousers, and a flintlock musket. And,
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Be a part of your blooming community! Essex CIB Committee announces 2016 Front Yard & Balcony Contest submitted to EFP The Essex Communities in Bloom (CIB) Committee invites you to enter the 2016 Front Yard and Balcony Contest by nominating yourself, a friend, a neighbour, or any beautiful front garden or
balcony you notice as you travel through the Town of Essex. Submissions can be made by simply emailing a photo to jaloisio@ essex.ca. Please provide information on the person or property and use
the subject line “2016 Front Yard and Balcony Contest.” Nomination forms are also available on the Town of Essex website, at Town Hall, at Town of Essex recreation facilities, and at other select locations.
“Communities in Bloom is a national program that the Town of Essex proudly participates in each year,” CIB Committee Chairperson Paul Tonon said. The Essex CIB Committee actively pursues projects that enhance and beautify the community, including the Legacy Tree Planting Program that had six new trees planted at six elementary schools in Essex on Earth Day. The annual Front Yard and Balcony Contest is designed to encourage residents and businesses to maintain and enhance their properties. Entries are evaluated on a 5-Bloom scale and 5-Bloom property owners are recognized at a special appreciation night that will take place this September. “It’s easy to participate,” Tonon said. “It’s simply a matter of taking pride in your property and sharing your efforts with the community. Plus, it also gives residents an opportunity to nominate someone else who deserves recognition for their efforts.” Entries in the contest are judged based on five criteria: curb appeal, tidiness and maintenance, variation and balance, stimulation of senses, and originality. The deadline for this year’s contest is Friday, July 15. Judging begins shortly thereafter. To find out more, visit the Town of Essex website (essex.ca) and search for Communities in Bloom.
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Essex Legion to celebrate 85 years
Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) President Dan Gray and long-time member Marc “Kinger” Adams gear up for the local Legion’s 85th Anniversary.
Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) was named for Captain Brien. He was a doctor who served in WWI, and he was instrumental in establishing the Legion in Essex. This photo was taken in 1918.
by Jennifer Cranston On June 9, the Essex Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 201) in Essex will mark its 85th Anniversary, and on June 10, its members will celebrate this milestone with the community. The Legion in Canada was formed in 1921 and named the British Empire Service League. The Essex Branch received its charter in 1931, and given the name Captain Brien Branch 201. Captain Brien was a local doctor who served in WWI. He was a founding member of the Legion in Essex. Originally, there were 15 members and meetings were held in their homes and in the office of Captain Brien. Since then, the Royal
Canadian Legion and the Essex Branch has gone through many changes, but the foundation remains the same. “The Legion was formed by veterans for veterans,” current President Dan Gray said. From its inception until not long ago, one had to be a veteran to be a member. Then, in the last generation, the rules loosened to allow family members of veterans. Recently, membership was opened to anyone. Service to veterans is still the main purpose. At one time, only men could be members, and only men could drink in the bar. According to Essex Legion records, it was in 1958 when women were finally allowed in the bar. As the story goes, a
woman who happened to be a veteran walked into the Essex Legion Bar and ordered a drink. The president of the day, who happened to be the bar tender, refused to serve her. The woman left the bar, and made a phone call. Immediately, the phone in the Legion was ringing. Orders were given that the woman was to be served – she was a veteran, and she deserved the same respect as her male counterparts. “That really opened the gates,” Gray laughed. Captain Brien Branch
201 is now very much a coed organization, boasting 830 members. It is the largest in Southwestern Ontario, Gray explained. “We are always trying to bring in new members,” he added. There is a misconception that Legions are only for veterans of WWI and WWII. The Royal Canadian Legion serves all Canadian Veterans. Gray explained that even Afghan veterans don’t realize in many cases that the Legion is for them, and that they don’t have to be members to get assistance. The Legionnaires will help veterans with a broad variety of things. From help with government paperwork to financial assistance for medical needs. They visit nursing homes and hospitals. They also serve their community with scholarships, bursaries, and support for minor league sports. Legionnaires in Essex are inviting the community to come out and celebrate with them on June 10. There will be food and live music. “It’s nothing formal,” Gray said. “It’s just a casual celebration for the entire community.”
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From the C orners of My Mind ••• Comment by Jennifer Cranston ••• Bad advice
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Life is full of bad advice. Sometimes it comes from friends or family. Sometimes it comes from “experts,” and sometimes it comes from the nameless and mysterious “they.” It wasn’t long ago that “4 out of 5 doctors recommended” a given brand of cigarette. Many a grandmother has recommended “a shot of whiskey in a baby bottle,” to help the little tyke sleep. I actually know a woman who ended up with a two year old alcoholic, after following this sage advice daily. “They” are still recommending killing “99.9 percent of bacteria.” That sad truth is that if you say anything with enough authority, people will believe you. Common sense be damned. Since the discovery of fire, people have known that smoke inhalation can kill you. The alcohol thing is selfexplanatory. Alcohol addiction, developmental delays: need I go on? Many of those bacteria you’re killing canto protect and strengthen
your immune system. The truth is exposure to many germs builds immunity. Ask Native North Americans about the dangers of never being exposed to various germs, only to be suddenly introduced. This brings me to my most recent exposure to what I believe is bad advice. In the ladies’ room at the Essex Civic Centre, on the back of the stall door, is a notice informing the user of the perilous dangers of toilet splash. It asks you, “Is your toilet making you sick?” It goes on to explain that germs can spray as high as “10 inches” over the toilet seat when flushed. It strongly encourages people to flush with their feet. I personally see several problems with this advice. First there is the fact that as far as I know, there has never been a health epidemic caused by public toilet splash. Then there is the obvious – who puts their face 10 inches over a public toilet while flushing? Okay, children might, but their feet aren’t
going to reach the handle anyway. Which leads to the next problem: not everyone is able to balance on one foot with the other in the air. So while those who are able bodied and tall enough are diligently flushing with their shoes, everyone else is now exposed to those menacing toilet germs as well as whatever everyone else has walked in. Aged, young, physically disabled persons, basically those most at risk, are now theoretically at twice the risk. Some of them will be so inspired by fear that they will attempt the physical feat, and possibly hurt themselves, or fall. To make this particular advice even worse, when the user turns around to flush they are greeted by a second notice that reads, “Just hold the handle down for a little longer than you normally would. It’ll go down. Promise!...” Seriously!?
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Let’s Talk About... by Evelyn Couch Tubs of flowers Did you enjoy those tubs of tulips here and there along the main street? They were pretty, but failed to create an artistic, or even attractive touch, in my viewpoint. It will be interesting to see what is in those tubs when the tulips fade and die. Aren’t the hanging baskets more attractive? Perhaps we will have those as well. I wonder if the tubs of tulips were the idea of the Business Improvement Area or council. The gap where the building was torn down because a few strips of siding fell off it remains an eyesore, again in my view. Were you as happy as I to see the street poles were painted? We know how important it is to make our town appear attractive, especially if we expect to interest tourist. We need a lawn mower repair service in this town, although a local business maintained it would do that for us. It is taking so long the grass is growing beyond easy
cutting and the little toads have so much trouble trying to jump out of the way in all that grass that I will have to be very careful to avoid chopping them to pieces. I like to see them there and to watch them as they think they are hiding if they remain perfectly still. Do toads think or do I just think they do because they seem to be trying to hide? I digress again. That topic is far from the original one about tubs of flowers. No toads there.
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New look for essexconnect.ca program registration system submitted to EFP Essexconnect.ca is being refreshed and updated as part of a product migration to a new registration and booking system for Town of Essex recreation programs and facility bookings. As of May 13, registered users of the current system will be asked to logon to essexconnect.ca and reactivate their account. The website address remains unchanged. “We’re switching to Active Network because our current
registration system is being discontinued,” says Cynthia Cakebread, Manager of Recreation and Culture. Active Network is a leader in recreation technology and handles nearly 100 million registrations a year. “We think users will find the new system to be user friendly and more complete, with detailed information on programs that was not available in the past.” The facility availability lookup feature is also improved,
allowing members of the community to identify a Town-owned rental facility suitable for an event of any type or size. To reactivate an account, the user simply needs to sign in with their current username, click “Forgot your password?” and then enter an email address to obtain a new password. To open a new account, simply click on “Create
an Account” in the upper right hand corner of the screen and complete the requested information. For more information or assistance in activating an account, contact our Recreation Department at 519-776-8992. Online registration for summer programs begins May 13. Registration in person, by phone or by fax begins May 26.
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Our Disney is a senior gal but very puppy-like. She has the most wonderful smile. She is sweet and affectionate and is a very quiet pooch. She loves to play with her person and gets excited when she has you to play with. That is when she will show you that great smile. Disney would really love a home with no cats. Please don’t miss a chance to meet this wonderful gal. Drop by the Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter to visit at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph.: 519-966-5751. The adoption center is open everyday at 11am.
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History brought to life with annual 1812 Encampment... they were told anytime they needed a piece of kit replaced, they were to replace if from enemy dead.” The unit really didn’t end up getting used that way it was originally intended, mostly because the Battle of Lake Erie lost the British fleets. The unit did fight in the Ohio campaign prior to the Battle of Lake Erie. It was also involved in the Battle of Moraviantown. It was also involved in the 1814 campaign in Niagara. Dale noted Fort Malden National Continued on Page 8
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Lisa dresses in period costume during the Maidstone Bicentennial Museum’s 9th Annual War of 1812 Encampment over the weekend.
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Members of the Junior Historical Society display a campfire used for cooking.
Historic site opened over the weekend as well. Attending the Encampment in Maidstone was a great way to promote the national site, and Parks Canada, to visiting
history buffs. In addition to the information Dale presented to Museum guests on the Caldwell Rangers, Jim Wellheiser also presented information about
Mohawk Chief John Norton. He told a group of intently listening youth to always thank veterans for their service because it is their efforts that gave them the freedom to sit and listen to him speak over the weekend. Museum visitors had the opportunity to visit and explore onsite encampments over the weekend. They were able to learn about tools and items that would have been used not only by those serving in the War, but in everyday home life. Reenactors dressed in period garb to enhance the experience, and offered to share their knowledge about the past. Each encampment
focused on a different theme, including blacksmithing. Other encampments displayed Voyageur or Native life. A campfire demonstrated outdoor cooking efforts, and the Junior Historical Society members displayed furs in a tent that would have be hot commodities to the fur trade. Youth visitors were able to participate in military drills to get a sense of military history, and all visitors looked on during artillery demonstrations that the reenactors safely presented. Members of the Provincial Marine reenactment group explained what life on a tall ship, like the ones used in the Battle of Lake Erie, would have been like, and taught the art of rope making. Each day of the event offered visitors a chance to watch a skirmish that allowed the reenactors to demonstrate some of the tactical maneuvers that would have been used in this era, and display some of the weaponry and uniforms. One of the last activities of the weekend was a pie auction. The weekend encampment began on Friday as the Maidstone and area Historical
Society welcomed a couple hundred youth from area schools to take part in its educational day. Museum volunteers noted the participating youth always enjoy this hands-
on learning experience and really embrace the opportunity to learn about the War of 1812 and what life would have been like before electricity.
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My time at Harrow High began in the early 1950s, and my memories are still very vivid. As an 81 year old now, I still keep in contact with many schoolmates. Although many of my classmates have passed on, I still have fond memories of them. I didn’t attend the new part of the school, but like my mother, I went to the two-story building with eight classrooms. My siblings and their families also attended Harrow High over the years. Many memories come to mind, such as the fun we had taking snapshots of kids and teachers, and the year we had our commencement at the Town Hall. I was in
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the choir and our music director, Mr. Smith, led us in a song on the stage. We also had cadets. The boys were in uniform and the girls wore skirts and white blouses. There were our bus trips to Kingsville for Home Economics and Shop. A fun time was had playing basketball at an old hall around the corner from the school. We had lots of laughs when someone would shoot the ball and it would end up down the steps and outside. The pot belly stove inside got hit many times and the chimney was almost knocked down. I don’t know if that building is still there, but I do have memories.
Voice Of Inspiration “Nobody can hurt me without my permission.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi
The neighbours I passed walking to and from school always greeted me, especially my grandparents, who would knock on their window to have me come in for a cup of tea and a sugar cookie on my way home from school. A highlight for me, years later, was helping put on the 100th anniversary reunion in 2004. Meeting old friends and making new friends made the weekend very special for me. I could go on and on with my memories of this great school, but life goes on and everyone has their own memories to hold dear to them. This is not, “Goodbye,” but a celebration of the time we had there. So when you think of Harrow High School, and I know you will, reflect, and then smile. Happy memories and good luck to everyone.
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U of W recognizes local historian
Chris Carter accepts a Community Heritage Medal in recognition of his work in local history from U of W History Department Head Miriam Wright and History Professor Natalie Atkin.
by Jennifer Cranston Local Historian Chris Carter is an author, public
speaker, historical tour guide, teacher, and hardworking volunteer. He
has spent years collecting, compiling, preserving, and sharing the history of Essex County. Last Tuesday, the University of Windsor recognized Carter for his ongoing contributions to local historical preservation. Miriam Wright, Head of the History Department, explained her department presents five Community Heritage Medals to regional historians who work to preserve our regional history. “We are looking for people who go above and beyond in the preservation and creation of local history,” Wright said. “It’s important to bring attention to these people. They are doing really important work and they often go un-noticed.” She said awards are given to people in
Windsor-Essex, ChathamKent, and some in Michigan whose historical work encompasses Essex County and Windsor. She said that this program has also improved partnerships between the University and various community historical groups, and facilitated more student interaction in the local community. Wright was impressed with the variety of work Carter does. “The range of activities that he does: books, speaking engagements, research, historical tours, teaching at Elder College -he’s like the renaissance man of local history.” Two separate organizations, The Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village and The Essex County District Historical
Local Historian Chris Carter shows some of the old books he has had reprinted. Carter has taken several historical books with local significance and had them reprinted to preserve their content. Some are more than a century old and many were written by local authors.
Society, nominated Carter for the award. This is the first time this has happened. “It is a testament to how hard he works to preserve local history,” History Professor Natalie Atkin said. Carter thanked everyone in the audience
at the CTMHV that afternoon. Many of his colleagues were present as well as representatives of the organizations that nominated him. “What’s nice about this is that everyone who is sitting here has helped me along the way,” he said.
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Be mindful of noise restrictions submitted to EFP With the warmer weather finally upon us, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind the citizens of Essex County to be cognizant of your actions and the noise you create while outside enjoying the sunshine. Whether your interest lies in jogging quietly or hopping on your motorcycle for a leisurely ride, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are not impeding anyone else’s enjoyment of the outdoors when it comes to noise. All municipalities have noise by-laws that differ from community to community. Most though, specify times when quiet must be adhered to. Failure to adhere to these bylaws could result in fines that vary in amount. There is also a section under the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario which relates to unnecessary noise, which states “a person having the control or charge of a motor vehicle shall not sound any bell, horn or other signalling device so as to make an unreasonable noise, and a driver of any motor vehicle shall not permit any unreasonable amount of smoke to escape from the motor vehicle, nor shall such driver at any time cause the motor vehicle to make any unnecessary noise.” This refers to such things as squealing tires, loud stereos, louds exhausts and revving of engines. The fine for failing to comply with this is $110. It is everyone’s responsibility to keep our communities safe and enjoyable for our neighbours. Be mindful of others while you partake in the outdoors yourself this spring or it could cost you.
High school auto show benefits Kingsville food bank by Jennifer Cranston The Kingsville District High School Auto Expo is a fundraiser for the local food bank, but it is much more to the students. Grade 12 student Erica Lajoie is a tech student at KDHS who studies everything from automotive technology to wood shop to welding. She is proud of what she and her classmates do and proud of the Auto Expo
that they put on. She is exceptionally proud of a 2003 Chevy Impala that they completely restored. It was on display at the car show and was later given to a local family in need. “Everything is new, even the paint,” she said. “It’s a nice project for our classes.” What she likes about the Auto Expo is that it
Continued on Page 12 Grade 12 student at Kingsville District High School Erica Lajoie poses with two of the projects she and her classmates worked on this year: an antique tractor that will go to a private collector and a completely restored 2003 Chevy Impala that will be donated to a local family.
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Rob Brando and Wayne Newbury check things out under the hood of a 1970 Chevelle at the 8th Annual KDHS Auto Expo.
gives tech students a rare opportunity to shine. “It’s a chance for tech students to showcase what we do,” Lajoie said. Teacher Gord Osbourne is proud of his students and their achievements. He explained that the students organized the entire auto show. “This is for the students to connect with the
community,” he said. He said the auto show is a building block to help the students develop professional communication skills. It gives them the opportunity to interact with members of the community and members of the automotive industry. After a few years in a
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row of rainy weather, the sun shine on Friday was a gift, helping to make the Auto Expo a success. Lajoie estimated over 150 entries had registered to be a part of the car show at around 10 a.m. that morning, and classic cars were still rolling in as the event continued.
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Essex County OPP grateful for the Auxiliary Officers and all they do submitted to EFP The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Essex County is extremely fortunate to have one of the
best OPP Auxiliary Units in the entire province. What is an auxiliary officer? Auxiliary members assist OPP
officers. Their duties may include patrols with regular members and assisting with community events, seat belt clinics,
Live music ready to launch annual festival for cancer centre by Sylene Argent Live tunes will light up Co-An Park on Sunday, June 12 as the 27th annual installment of the McGregor Music Festival will take place to bring entertainment to music lovers and raise funds for the Windsor-Essex County Canadian Cancer Centre Foundation. The event will offer its patrons a car show to mull over, cash bar, raffles to take part in, food to enjoy, and a little bit of friendly competition with the annual pig auction. The McGregor Music Festival offers a full roster of musical entertainment. With the event raising funds for the WECCCF, the bands donate their time to support this meaningful cause. The C2C Entertainment and Friends will be the first act of the
event. This entertaining group will take to the stage at noon. A new band will take over the entertainment every hour after that until 8 p.m., including Jammin 4 Wellness, Bad Moustache, Rio Michael’s Band, Brand X Live Band, Lookin Back, Daniel Rush Band, and Exit 31. Music Entertainment will only pause at 4 p.m. so eventgoers can offer their bid in the annual pig auction. The event will wrap up at 10 p.m. With the support of the community and sponsorships, the McGregor Music Festival typically raises over $20,000 annually for the WECCCF. For more information, call 519-2533191, extension 58559#, or log onto windsorcancerfoundation.org/event/ mcgregor-music-festival/.
RIDE initiatives, safety displays, presentations, victim assistance and ceremonial duties. Members perform many duties outdoors, often in unfavorable weather conditions. Here in Essex County, our current complement is 28 members. Each year, Essex County OPP Auxiliary members dedicate in excess of 10,000 hours in Essex
County alone. All new members attend one week of training in Orillia followed by ongoing training twice per month for 10 months of the year. There are several current members who have between 10 and 20 years of service with the OPP Auxiliary Unit. One retired OPP dispatcher has over 30 years of service and is still active! Police Week was
celebrated across the Province from May 10th through the 16th. This is an appropriate opportunity for the front line officers to extend a heartfelt thanks to the men and women of the Essex County OPP Auxiliary Unit. For further information on becoming an OPP Auxiliary officer, visit www.opp.ca and enter Auxiliary Officer Program in the search line.
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IN LOVING MEMORY
Robson, Ron
The family of the late Ron Robson wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to all of the family, friends, and neighbours for your overwhelming generosity and support of cards, food, visits, flowers, and donations. We are blessed to live in such caring communities. ~ The Robson Family
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God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts. But still wish everyday, That you were still with us. ~ Loved & missed everyday ~ Sisters & Brothers, Stister In-Laws, Brother In-Laws, Neices & Nephews
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EDWARDS, Marjorie E. (nee Hastings/ Lavery) - Passed away on May 20, 2016 at Royal Oak LTCC, Kingsville with her family by her side at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Murray (Spunky) Edwards (2003). Dear mother of Gordon and Cheryl-Lynne Edwards, Elizabeth and Herman Van Grinsven. Dear mother-inlaw of Janet Edwards. Predeceased by David (2010), Margaret (1999) and Douglas (1968). Loving grandmother of Aaron (Brigitta), Amy (Steve), Gordon (Jennifer), Melissa (Frank), Cody (Jessica), Douglas. Loving great grandmother of Connor, Morgan, Sofia, Juliana, Amedeo, Domenic, Noella. Dear sister of Bert Hastings (2005), Edith Biehn (2003). The family would like to thank Dr. Kelton and the staff of Royal Oak, Kingsville for all of the compassion and care shown. Visitation at the Reid Funeral Home and Reception Centre, 87 Maidstone Avenue East, Essex (519-776-4233) on Friday, May 27, 2016 from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Family and friends are asked to gather at St. Mary’s Church, Maidstone, on Saturday, May 28, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. until the Mass of the Resurrection at 10:00 a.m. Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to Leukemia Research Foundation of Canada, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Share an online condolence or make a donation at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
Voice Of Inspiration “Art has always been the raft onto which we climb to save our sanity. I don’t see a different purpose for it now.” ~ Dorothea Tanning
In Loving Memory of
Daisy Miner Kendrick January 25, 1900 - May 25, 1966
Gone but not forgotten. ~Sadly missed by daughter Eleanor
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BERTRAM, Jean (nee Alexander) - Entered peacefully into eternal rest on May 18, 2016 at the Royal Oak LTC in Kingsville in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of the late Orville Ray Bertram (1996). Dear mother of Brad Bertram (Judy) and Keith Bertram (Cora). Treasured Grandma of Adam and Dane Bertram (Jenn), Megan Block (Jason) and Robyn Murray (Scott). Greatgrandma of Jonathan, Daniel and Benjamin. Sister of Margaret Barnett (Late Bill). Predeceased by her siblings Earl Alexander (Christine), Ross Alexander (Edith), Grace McDowell (Orville), Dixie Shaw (Wilbur), Don Alexander (Nellie) and Ina Tofflemire (Blake). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jean was a member of the Essex United Church for over 55 years and the Essex Retiree’s. She worked most of her life as a bookkeeper. Jean enjoyed golfing, lawn bowling and wintering in Lakeland, Florida. The visitation and funeral was held at the Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd. (519-776-7378) 128 Talbot St. N, Essex. Pastor Jim Hatt officiated. Interment followed at Greenhill Cemetery, Kingsville. Donations may be made to the Diabetes Association or the Windsor Regional Cancer Centre Foundation. You may send your condolences online at www.kennedyfh.com.
MOYES, Doug Feb 3, 1949 – May 27, 2015
Thinking of you every day and missing you always. ~ Love, Sandy, Dean, Kim, & families
What’s Going On... MAY 28 - LAND & SEA FUNDRAISER A McGregor Squirettes of Mary fundraiser. At the K of C McGregor, 9560 Walker Rd. ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY: 519-726-6494. MAY 28 -ONTARIO PURPLE MARTIN ASSOCIATION MEETING At 2643 County Rd. 20, Harrow. At 9am - Bring lawn chair. Call Paul: 519-738-3476. All welcome!
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May 28 - BAKE SALE & LUNCH BBQ - Olinda Unitarian Universalist Church, 2953 Olinda Sideroad, Ruthven, From 9 to 2. JUNE 3 - PASTA DINNER AT ST PAUL’S ANGLICAN CHURCH - From 5-6:30pm. Proceeds to Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth. For more info: 519-776-7711. JUNE 5 - ESSEX LIONS CLUB ANNUAL PURINA DOG WALK - At Sadler’s Pond, from 10am-3pm. Special needs dog training fundraier. For info: 519-776-8880. JUNE 11 - YARD SALE / BAKE SALE and BBQ at Essex Retiree’s Social Club, 32 Russell St. Everyone welcome. JUNE 15 - CWL LUNCHEON & COUNTRY STORE, at St. Anthony Church Hall, Munger & Victoria St. in Harrow, from 11am-1:30pm. JUNE 21 - CANADIAN BLOOD SERVICES CLINIC At Essex Legion Hall, 103 Talbot St. N. From 1-7pm. For more info: www.blood.ca. JULY 8 & 22 NOONTIME MEDITATION at Essex United Church, 53 Talbot St. S., Essex, from 12-12:30. Take some time for yourself.
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EVENTS _____________________ KITTENAIDE ADOPTION DAY: Sunday, May 29, Noon-3pm at Petzown, 1715 Manning Rd. Kittens & fixed cats. 519324-2729. 21-1t _____________________
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REAL ESTATE _____________________ Buying or Selling a farm? Do you know the right questions and answers? Farm Experienced Realtor Carl Idzinski, Real Choice Realty. 519-817-8891. 1-tfn _____________________ LAND FOR SALE: 1.9 acres, 90ft. frontage, water, gas, on paved road. Call 519-7768089. 16-tfn _____________________
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FOR SALE _____________________ FOR SALE: FRESH ASPARAGUS WRIGHTLAND FARM. 1000 Ridge Road, Harrow. Open 9am-5pm, Closed Sundays. 519-738-6120. 20-2t* _____________________ FOR SALE: 14” Electric Lawnmower 2 in 1 mulch or bag. $80.00. Call 519-7766269. 19-1t* _____________________ FOR SALE: Antique dressing table, dbl. bed with mattress, mattress is like new $250. Antique dining room suite, china cabinet, buffet, table and 6 chairs $500 obo. Old school desk solid wood $85, antique wicker chair $85, solid wood coffee table with real marble top $85. Please call 519-776-9576. 20-2t*
SERVICES _____________________ KENNETH YARD WORKS - Spring Clean Up. Sod, mulch, eavesthrough cleaning, and repairs, power washing. Trees & bushes trimmed or removed. Business and residential. Fully licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Kenneth 519-982-0362. 11-tfn
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NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS REGARDING NOXIOUS WEEDS The main purpose of the Weed Control Act R.S.O. 1990, is to reduce the impact of noxious weeds on the industries of agriculture and horticulture. Primarily this act applies to agricultural and horticultural lands that generate income or other benefits to agriculture; this excludes lawns, gardens and private areas for personal enjoyment and leisure. Under the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter W.5, Sections 3, 13, 16 and 23, you are requested to destroy all noxious weeds on your property. IN URBAN AREAS: Sections 3, 13, 16, and 18 do not apply to noxious weeds or weed seeds that are far enough away from any land used for agricultural or horticultural purposes, as they do not interfere with that use. All properties within the Municipality of the Town of Essex are hereby requested to be in compliance with the Weed Control Act by the 8th day of June, 2016 and throughout the season. Dan Boudreau, Weed Inspector Town of Essex 519-776-7336 ext. 1450
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HELP WANTED: Greenhouse and Packing line Labour. General greenhouse labour, duties include pruning, picking, planting and cleaning of greenhouse. Packing line labour, duties include inspecting, weighing and packing produce on assembly line. Lifting, bending and standing is required. Must be able to work all shifts. Rural area. No public transportation available. Rate of pay$11.00. To apply please email tammy@ policellafarms.com Or Mail to Domric International, PO Box 218, Ruthven ON N0P 2G0. 12/15 _____________________
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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL) O most beautiful ower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of heaven, blessed mother of the son of God, immaculate virgin, assist me in my necessity. O star of the sea, help me in and show me that you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to help in my necessity (Make your request). There are none that can withstand your power. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to you.â€? (Three times). “Holy Mary, I place this prayer in your hands.â€? (Three times). Say this prayer for three consecutive days and then publish it and it will be granted to you. With grateful thanks. V.O. 21-1t*
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LEGAL NOTICE SALE BY TENDER House and Lot 204 County Rd. 27, East, Cottam, Ont. 2.99 acres.
Owner: Fernand Roy, by Power of Attorney, Diane Jahraus and/or Vivian Cormack. Packages are available for pickup at the address below. OpenHouse June 5, 2016 from 1-4pm. Sealed Tenders will be accepted by the undersigned until June 10, 2016.
DRIVERS WANTED: AZ or DZ Clean record. Will train qualiďŹ ed applicants. Fax resume to Quinlan Inc. 519-723-2336. 1- tfn
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friends and enjoy the presentation “King’s Faith.” This is a free event, open to all. SA Connections will be finished until fall on Tuesday, May 31. Join us from 10 - 1 for fellowship and a year end BBQ! Bible Study follows at 1 p.m. Our final Community Care Ministry services for the summer will take place at Iler Lodge on Wednesday, June 1 at 10:30a.m. and at Country Village Woodslee on Thursday, June 2 at 6:30p.m. The Salvation Army has been serving 2000 meals a day to First Responders in Fort McMurray, as well as 5 sets of clothing per person to those displaced by the fires. Thanks to those who are donating cash or cheques to
help those in need. Trinity Church Keep in your prayers Debbie, Bill, Paul, Liz, James and Lorna. Our Sanctuary Lamp burns to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Edward & Virginia Paluch, given by Ed & Mary Paluch & family. Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 4th. Trinity will host a bake sale from 8am to ?. Ladies, start your ovens! Your yummy baked goods are needed so we have a great variety for customers. This year we will include a COUNTRY FAIR for the enjoyment of all who come. Games, prizes and vendors are only a part of what we have in Continued on Page 20
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Pastor Jay spoke on how we’re in an hour where the Lord wants to get us whole and healthy, spirit, soul and body. Titan Ministries Yard Sale/Barbecue/ Car Wash/fundraiser, is on Saturday, June 4th. Prophetic Arts Workshop is on Sunday, June 5th, 1-3 p.m at ACM. Bring your own art supplies and a lunch. Restoration House Healing Rooms, is
open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For further information, go to: www. acmrevivalcentre.com. Be blessed! Salvation Army Essex Community Church News submitted by Carolyn Barnett
We invite you to join us for Family Worship Sundays at 11 a.m. led by Major Sam Roberts. Coffee and fellowship follow the service. Movie Nite at the Army is Sunday May 29 at 6p.m. Bring your family and
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by Sylene Argent Capes and tights, and tiaras and gowns, were the popular style of fashion on Saturday afternoon as Essex’s Enchanted Adventure Parties invited all the young princes, princesses, and superheroes to St. Paul’s Anglican Church to enjoy its 2nd Anniversary Ball. The event offered its young guests a fun filled afternoon with plenty of enchantment and opportunities to Continued on Page 19
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The Voice Of Experience by Evelyn Couch ~ Seeds for the fair ~ I wonder how many of you were involved in a school fair. They were known as rural school fairs and several schools were involved in each one. A school was numbered. I attended SS#2 North Oxford, which was about five miles west of Ingersoll. At this time of year the teacher would tell us we could order seeds to plant and grow for competition in the fair that would be held in September. We could have the packages without charge and I do not remember who provided them. About all I remember is asking for Bachelor Button seeds. I do not remember exhibiting them at the fair, although I always took a lot of exhibits because I was trying to win the T. Eaton trophy. When do Bachelor Button plants flower? Are they blue? Obviously I didn’t do well with those seeds. I was more interested in preparing crops for exhibit, such as a small sheaf of wheat. I wonder how long it has been since rural school fairs ended. Actually not many of my 28 school comrades were interested in the competition. There must have been some of the fairs around here because I saw a T. Eaton trophy at a yard sale and I wondered why anyone would want to part with that. I didn’t want to make anyone feel guilty so I didn’t ask, but I wondered if the seller knew its source. The trophies were not the usual type, but rather something useful like a compote dish or a candy dish, with an inscription on it. Those are long ago memories.
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discover their own hidden superpowers. Event organizer Sylvia Ward was pleased the event sold out. She received a lot of positive feedback from the young guests, who were thrilled to meet some pretty cool superheroes and princesses onsite. The youth could even take a photo with their favourite characters. The young eventgoers were treated to lunch and treats, sing-alongs to some of their favourite tunes, dancing, craft making, games, and hearing enchanting and thrilling stories. The young eventgoers were urged to dress up as their favourite movie characters or superheroes, but even some of the
adults joined in on that fun. The McGraw family won the award for best dressed family. A special silent auction was hosted during the event that raised proceeds for the Little Hands for a Cause program as a way to give back to the community.
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Sundays at 9:15 AM in “The Little White Church” in the cemetery in Cottam. Everyone welcome!
Continued from Page 17 store. Helpers are needed for that day, if you can help out at all, it would be greatly appreciated. We are still taking pie orders for June 11th., by calling Sharon at 519-839-4579 or Brenda at 519-839-5184 or a message with the Church office at 519 776 7711. Look us up on facebook or visit our web site at www.stpaulstrinity.org. Join us
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All are welcome to join us for Sunday Worship service at 10am. Sunday School is available at 10:15 am. Our Elder on Duty for Sunday, May 9 is Margery Reeb, Door Greeters Doris Izsak and Irene Grant, Church Lock-up is Bill Manning. We are playing BINGO on May 27, at 7 pm. Bring a Foodbank donation for admission. Baked goods and door prizes are always appreciated. The Ladies Dinner is on Monday, May 30th, 6pm at Kingsville Golf Club. Sign-up sheet is posted in hall and car-pooling from the church will be at 5:30. Payment is now being accepted for our June 4th Detroit River Cruise. The next Iler Lodge Service is on Tuesday, June 7, at 2 pm. Volunteers are encouraged to come and share their faith.
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Join us for 11:00 am Sunday Service, Sunday School is at 9:45 am. Sunday morning message recordings are available at our website: EssexBaptist.com. Kid’s Club is offered for children ages SK-Gr. 3 and Youth Night for Grades 4+ on Monday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm. Join us for a Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesdays at 7 pm.
Essex Retirees’ Social Club Monday Night Pepper winners were, Louise Perault with high score, Betty Fields with the most Peppers, and Tom Kelly was low. Donna Eyruad and Marion Fuerth tied for first place at Tuesday Afternoon Pepper. Judy Lane had the most Peppers and Evelyn Vivier was low. Doug Fields had high score at Wednesday Night Pepper. George Diesbourg had the most Peppers and Tom was low. Edna and Colleen had high score at Thursday Night Bridge. Watch for info regarding our yard sale, bake sale, and BBQ coming on June 11.
Essex United Church Join us at 10:30 am for Sunday morning services. Pastor Jim is doing a series of messages this spring about how our beliefs have changed over the eons. Come and listen and discuss! Congratulations to everyone who made our Spring Yard Sale a great success! We will see you all in the fall. Our Friday Meditation Series is back. Throughout the summer, Six Noontime Meditations will be presented in our sanctuary. Take some time for yourself, Come and pray, Come and meditate, come and offer thanks, come and be quiet, come and
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(BAS Eucharist); Sunday School also takes place during the 11:00 a.m. service. Please check out our website at www.stpaulstrinity.org and our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/stpaulsessex. You can also reach us at 519-776-7711 or by email at office@stpaulstrinity.org. Essex Christian Reformed Church
be with God, come and enjoy! Our next Mediation is Friday, June 10 at 12 noon. Our 3rd Essex Scouts are having a Can Drive at the church June 1, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. They are collecting pop cans, empty wine/liquor bottles, and beer bottles to help send them to the Canadian Jamboree (CJ) in Nova Scotia in 2017! The Gess†wood Camp and Retreat Centre Annual Golf Tournament will be Sunday, May 29th. If you are interested in being part of this event, please contact the church office. Fiddler on the Gym Roof! The next concert will be Friday night, June 3rd. It will be a variety show. Tickets will be available this week. Call the church office. Our annual Broasted Chicken dinner and Strawberry Social on Saturday, June 18. Tickets are available from the church office.
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welcomed! Our next movie night is scheduled for Friday June 24, 2016. Visit us online for service times and directions, or just to listen to a sermon or two. www.essexcrc.ca.
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We invite you and your family to attend our Sunday morning worship service beginning at 10:00 am with Pastor Aaron Thompson. Nursery supervision and Sunday school are provided. Join us afterward for a cup of tea or coffee. All are invited to our next Free Movie Event on Friday, May 27. We will feature Toy Story 2. Doors open at 6 pm, the movie begins at 6:30 pm sharp! All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. A canned good donation is
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St. Paul’s Anglican Church Starting June 11th and continuing on Saturday mornings throughout the summer, we will have a Farmers/Crafters Market at the church grounds. We are still looking for vendors to sell produce and baked goods. Please call 519-980-4942 for information. The monthly Communion Service at Country Village is Tuesday, May 24 at 10:30am. On Sunday, May 29 the Essex Retire’es Seniors Choir will join us at our 11am Service. Coffee hour/lunch will follow the service. Our next pasta dinner will be held on Friday, June 3 from 5 - 6:30pm. Proceeds to the Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth. The Essex Deanery Golf Tournament is on Wednesday, June 22. Contact the office for more details. Regular Sunday morning services are at 8:00 a.m. (BCP Eucharist) & 11:00 a.m.
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1927 Essex Super-Six at Canadian Transportation Museum The Canadian Transportation Museum Heritage Village is located a few miles south of Essex, Ontario. Among the over 40 historic vehicles on display is a 1927 Essex Super-Six 2-door coach, which you might think was built in nearby Essex. It wasn’t. The Essex was built in Detroit by the Hudson Motor Car Company from 1919 to 1932, when a branch 1927 Essex Super-Six Coach donated to the museum by plant opened in Tilbury, Robert and Nancy Patterson of Essex, Ontario. Ontario. “The Essex name was chosen by Hudson officials who wanted to relate the car to high standards by giving it a high-class English name,” says Don Butler in The History of Hudson. “They found it by poring over a map of England. The Hudson family name had also come from England.” Hudson cars first went into production in 1909, taking their name from J. L. Hudson, a department store magnate in Detroit who put up most of the money to get the company started. In 1919, Hudson entered the low-price field with the Essex, which quickly became famous for its speed and endurance, and the new car sold very well. The 1927 Essex Super-Six 2-door coach on display at the museum was the most popular model of the whole Essex line. Among its noteworthy features are the doors that open at the front and swing on piano-style hinges. The windshield is cranked open slightly at the bottom for an early form of air conditioning, and the cowl vent also directs fresh air into the interior. The front and rear bumpers were optional. The roof is covered with fabric material and tended to leak as these cars got older. Not until the mid-1930s could you buy a new car with a steel roof. Under the hood is the Super-Six flathead engine with 144 cubic inches cranking out 55 horsepower. The transmission is a 3-speed floorshift. The brakes are mechanical and only operate on two wheels. In 1928, Essex and many other makes switched to the much safer 4-wheel brakes. The price of our feature car was $735 at the factory, and the 1928 version was also $735. The wooden spoke wheels were typical of cars from that era. As the car aged, the wood dried out, the spokes shrank, and the wheels started to wobble. If you parked your car in a shallow river up to the hubs, the wood would absorb water, the spokes would swell up, and your wheels would be as good as new again! You can visit the Canadian Transportation Museum Heritage Village almost every day of the year. Well worth a visit! I’m always looking for more stories. Email billtsherk@sympatico. ca or write Bill Sherk, 25 John St., P.O. Box 255, Leamington, Ont. N8H 3W2. Everyone whose story is published in this column will receive a free autographed copy of my book: “OLD CAR DETECTIVE FAVOURITE STORIES, 1925 to 1965.”
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Byrne to coach Lakers by Fred Groves Essex’s Joe Byrne Jr. is the new head coach of the Wallaceburg Lakers of the Great Lakes Junior ‘C’ Hockey League. Byrne and his father, Joe Byrne Sr., recently took over ownership of the team. • EDHS Red Raider Lucia McElwain is heading to the OFSAA west regional track and field meet once again. At the recent SWOSSAA meet, she won the senior girls’ triple jump, with a leap of 11.34 metres, and was third in the 400m. Kim Orton was second in the 80m midget girls’ hurdles, Jessica MacPherson was fourth in the senior girls’ javelin, and Kayne Hearns finished seventh in the senior boys’ hurdles. • Coach Glen Mills of Essex, celebrating his 20th year of coaching football, guided the Essex Ravens to a 17-6 win over host London Mustangs on Saturday to kick off the OVFL season. • The EDHS boys’ baseball team beat Sandwich 8-4 in WECSSAA playoff action last week, but fell 4-0 to St. Anne’s. • Still with baseball, the Madonna Crusaders wrapped up its university baseball season, and Essex’s Mitch Hudvagner ended up starting 10 games behind the plate and finishing with a .333 batting average and nine rbis. Outfielder Jeremy Orton was redshirted for
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the season. • The EDHS Red Raiders girls’ slo-pitch team beat General Amherst 18-2 and then lost 24-9 to Leamington. • James Morgan of Essex had an assist for the Windsor Clippers as they downed London 16-4 in Junior ‘B’ lacrosse action on Thursday. • In Essex County Senior Baseball League action the Essex Seniors were beaten 11-1 by the Amherstburg Seniors,
while the Essex Juniors dropped a close one, 8-7, to the Essex Seniors. • It was another great outing for a local horse as Sportsonthebeach, owned by South Woodslee’s E Thomas Knight and trained by Essex’s Gord Mcdonnell, won the fifth race at Western Raceway on Friday. If you have anything for the sports roundup, please contact Fred Groves at FredGrovesgrover54@ hotmail.com.
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Open house allows discussion on June 8 Car Show
by Sylene Argent Councillor Randy Voakes invited area businesses and merchants to attend a public open house last Wednesday evening to discuss the upcoming Essex Rocks & Rolls Car/Motorcycle Cruise in event, which will be held in conjunction with the Essex Summer Concert Series on June 8 inside the Heritage Gardens Park. “We want to do something unique in Essex,” Voakes said, and he wants this event to
serve many purposes. He wants to create an event that will allow car and motorcycle enthusiast an opportunity to show off their rides, allow families to spend time together in a venue with a variety of activities and entertainment, and most importantly, get traffic into the downtown business core to help bring attention to the area businesses and all the products and services they provide. “I’m hoping for a good turnout,” Voakes said.
And that includes those willing to park a vehicle onsite, those who want to attend the event to look over the displays and participate in all it has to offer, and those willing to set up a booth to display all of what their businesses have to offer. Voakes is optimistic the show will go over well because “I have a good team behind it,” he said. The meeting last Wednesday opened the floor to any questions area businesses and vendors
may have had. Voakes would like any businesses who would like to set up a booth to connect with the public to contact him before June 1. There will be two lists for interested vendors, and existing businesses will be given priority, but they will have to let Voakes know they are coming or that space will be opened up for someone else. There is no charge for a vendor space. Voakes envisions the show’s layout to line up ten or so vehicles and
then have a vendor booth. He is expecting some neat additions such as a motorcycle simulator and race car displays. The Essex Centre BIA will man a table that night that will hold business cards or menus for any businesses who cannot be onsite. Voakes’s vision of the car show is an event that families can enjoy. “I want this to be an event for everybody,” he said. To confirm a vendor space, contact Voakes or the event’s Facebook page. Voakes has received a
lot of positive feedback on the show so far, but he still wants to get in touch with more food vendors. Voakes is planning to host a 50/50 draw, with 50 percent of the proceeds going to the Canadian Arthritis Society. In conjunction with the ACT Committee’s Summer Concert Series, area band “What’s Up Doc” is planned to take over the musical entertainment after 7 p.m. If the June 8 event goes well, Voakes hopes this can become a monthly event.
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