2 I Ad Feature Essex Free Press I Thursday, September 8, 2022 Prices in effect from FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 to THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Fresh, Local Pork From Weston Abattoir, Maidstone RibsSide Reg. $4.99 TBQ Style Ribs Reg. $9.99 $599lb. $299lb. Made In Store • Frozen SausageBreakfast Reg. $4.49$349lb. Made In Store • Microwaveable Chicken, Broccoli, Cheese Casserole DivanChicken Reg. $6.49 $499ea. Made In Store • Oven Ready This Fancy Meat Loaf is stuffed with Bacon and BBQ Sauce then wrapped in Thick Cut Bacon. ExplosionBacon Reg. $9.99 $799lb. Made In Store • Oven Ready CheeseCreamChickenDreams Chicken Breast stuffed with Seasoned Cream Cheese and wrapped in Bacon. $999lb. Chocolate Swirl Cherry Strawberry Elite Sweets • 500 g • Frozen CakesCheese Reg. 7.69$599 Made Fresh In Store 6 Pack Reg. 4.99 Devilled Eggs $449Pkg. Frozen, Seasoned 2 Flavours TilapiaCrusted Reg. $16.99 $1499lb. &SausageSummerGerman Salami Reg. $13.99 $1099lb. FREE COFFEE WITH SANDWICH PURCHASE Deli Fresh Sandwich $5 Grilled Sandwich ................. $6 THURSDAY SPECIAL Hot Corned Beef Sandwich $6 FRIDAY SPECIAL Hot Pulled Pork Sandwich $6 Chicken Salad Sandwich ... $5 Egg Salad Sandwich $5 Frozen 3 kg PITTED Black Sweet Cherries $32/Pail Place Your Thanksgiving Order! FRESH TURKEY FRESH HAM FROZEN TURDUCKEN #1. Charles Wesley (C.W.) Roberts originally opened his butcher shop down town Essex in 1912. #2. October 1, 1963, Gerry & Herman Schinkel opened the doors to the newly purchased Robert’s Meat Market. #3. Schinkels’ exterior in the late 1960’s #4. In 1975 the brothers expanded the store and renovated. To celebrate our 60th anniversary this year we will have six weeks of anniversary ads with some blast from the past photos. This week we look at some of the different store fronts over the years starting with Roberts Meat Market. C.W. Roberts started the business in 1912, his sons sold to the Schinkel brothers in 1962.
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submitted to EFP OFA submitted formal comments to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada in response to the federal government’s discussion paper and consultation on fertilizer emissions reduction. With the right level of supports and investments from the federal government, OFA sees an opportunity for our farmers to remain leaders in the efficient use of fertilizer inputs without compromising our position in the world as producers of sustainable, nutritious food. The submission emphasizes how fertilizers are an essential input on a modern farming operation. While some farmers choose to operate without synthetic fertilizers, the vast majority of food production in Canada relies on fertilizers to maximize crop yields for domestic and international markets.OFA makes direct mention of the vital input and feedback received from our membership on the fertilizer emissions reduction target. It was relayed in our submission document that the introduction of this ambitious target is causing added mental stress and anxiety on top of the already high stress caused by significant supply chain disruptions and global political instability.
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I love living in the county. I am, at heart, a county girl. I love being a good distance from neighbours, the sight of fields growing crops, and the sounds of nature in the background. Though most days are pretty typical, when it comes to spotting those wild animals and birds going about their day, every once in a while, we get a surprise visit from something different, and those experiences are pretty cool.
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Last week, in the early, still dark hours of the morning, I got up to use the bathroom, and through the open window heard a ‘who, who, whowhowho,’ chime through the otherwise quiet of the night. The sound caught my attention, but I was sure, being half asleep, I was likely hearing a dove, of which there are many around my house. But then I heard it again. I have covered the Owl Prowl ERCA puts on quite a few times, so I was sure I was hearing a Great Horned Owl. But, before I got too excited, now wide awake with curiosity, I pulled up some recorded sounds posted online and yep, I was right. How cool!Ican’t say I have ever noticed a Grey Horned Owl on the property before, but I certainly heard one the other night. I get excited when I come across a form of wildlife I do not get to see everyday. That probably comes with my upbringing, where my family spent a lot of time up north. Because of that, I came to appreciate nature and all its inhabitants. I still have a porcupine quill found on a walk my dad and I took while up north when I was younger. I would say I was probably around ten-yearsold. It was a keepsake I treasured for years, and still have to remind me of those fun times experienced enjoying nature when I was a kid.
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submitted to EFP The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex County Detachment would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone that children are returning to school. As with years past, it is a busy time for everyone settling back into the routine of school time. So let’s make this school year a safe time of year for everyone. Parents please talk with your children about being safe when going and coming from school. Listed are a few reminders.
conforms to the Zoning By-Law, on September 1. All STRs in Essex must be licensed by December 1. The By-Law details licensing and fees, a demerit point system to support enforcement, and highlights where STRs can be Afterlocated. hosting public open houses in March to gather public feedback on the matter, in May Councillor Jason Matyi’s motioned to host an open house to connect with the community on the file.The Town implemented the By-Law to help keep some peace in the areas where STRs are located, which are most common in Colchester and along County Road 50. “The whole reason behind this is to try and keep everything fair between the owners and the residents,” Matyi said. In addition, the policy and By-Law provides residents tools they can use to help offset arise,operatorsforlackinflneighbourhoods,establishedsaturationwithCommoninconveniences.issuesSTRscanincludelevelsinresidentialpotentialuxofnewSTRs,ofinformationSTRownersandwhenissuesandnuisancesfrom noise, trespassing, and lack of onsite parking. The open house was a way residents could learn how they can proceed if they have concerns, and provided owner/ operators a chance to become informed about the changes they will need to comply with when the By-Law comes into effect. He said it was a wellrepresented open house, with representation from Council, Town Essex, Ontario, N8M 2W4 TALBOT RD. N., ESSEX, ON 224 Talbot St. N., 519-776-4222Essexwww.countychevroletessex.com The is a 4-year old who came in as a stray. He’s a big guy who is looking for a new home. He is happy, friendly, social, and energetic. He loves going for walks and is eager to work with his people. He is focused and waiting for your direction. gets very excited with other dogs. Some dogs much. he good buddies with another dog and you! Fill out an application Windsor-Essex County Humane Society shelter is at 1375 Provincial Rd., Windsor. Ph: 519-966-5751. To start the adoption process online, please go to: windsorhumane.org/adoptable-animals
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“We would like for our Council to ask for more reliable products from Hydro One, so that we don’t have to replace appliances or have to call them repeatedly,” she Melochesaid. said many have brought messages forward like this, and Council is working diligently and asking questions of Hydro One and setting up meetings to do so. He has asked Hydro One if the percentage of outages on that feeder line are higher than what it is on other feeder lines in the province. Another resident shared her experience with numerous outages, some lasting a longer length of time. Since 2018, she and her husband have been recording the outages, the types they are, and the weather conditions. In 2018, there were 32 outages. In 2019 there were 31, in 2021 there were 24, and there have been 32 outages this year so Hydrofar.One has responded to the info she sends, but she said its reps do not provide concrete info on how to correct the situation. “We are frustrated and tired of reporting the outages when little or nothing is done to correct the situation,” she Beforesaid. future developments, she said the energy supply needs to be looked at. Bondy motioned to invite the reps from Hydro One to a follow up meeting in September with more details on the matter. In a recorded vote, all members of Council supported the motion. “This is just the tip of the iceberg of what we deal with as elected officials on a daily basis,” Bondy said to the Hydro One reps.
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In the past, she would call to report power flickers. She got tired of calling and nothing happening. Since the beginning of the year, she has documented power flickers. In that time, she claims to have caught 38 power outages. She asked what the Hydro One reps could do. She asked how electric cars can be accommodated in the future when there are power flickers now. Meloche noted residents were there to talk to the Council members, and it is asking Hydro One to listen in on questions and concerns. Council was asked to follow up on her matter.
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by Sylene Argent After garnering plenty of staff and community support for Essex Home Hardware’s first Stuff the Bus event on Saturday, August 20, representatives of the local business were pleased to load up and deliver the school supplies they were able to collect to six local schools last forwardingbythroughsaidEssexOwner/DealerKimberlyWednesday.Seguin,fortheHomeHardware,$2500wasraisedtheevent,justpeoplegenerouslydonations.
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Young helper Trevor, Kimberly Seguin Owner/Dealer of the Essex Home Hardware, Joe Oldridge, Principal of EPS, Lennard Bickford, Manager of Essex Home Hardware, and Tammy Scott, Vice Principal for EPS, unload a delivery to Essex Public School raised through Home Hardware’s recent Stuff a Bus event. Kimberly Seguin Owner/Dealer of the Essex Home Hardware, young helper Trevor, Lennard Bickford, Manager of Essex Home Hardware, and Holy Name Catholic Elementary School Principal, Lisa Liles, unload a delivery to Holy Name raised through Home Hardware’s recent Stuff a Bus event.
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Another $970 was raised through a 50/50 draw, which helped purchase more crayons, notebooks, backpacks, headphones, and other items students may need this school year.In addition, two large boxes of school essentials were dropped-off at the event.Last Wednesday, Seguin and a few staff members, including Manager, Lennard Bickford, who organized the Stuff the Bus event, divided the items up and distributed them to Essex Public School, Holy Name Catholic Elementary School, St. Mary’s Catholic Elementary School with French Immersion, Colchester North Public School, Gosfield North Public School, and Essex District High School. In addition, each of the schools received a bag of non-perishable foods to support students in need through lunch programs.“This is wonderful,” Lisa Liles, Principal of Holy Name Catholic Elementary School, said. “We have a lot of families in need with the high costs of food [and other essentials] to live.” She said often, school supplies can become unaffordable, to families struggling. She was pleased to receive the donations, knowing they will help students in need. Tammy Scott, Vice Principal for EPS, is new to the school, but said the donation is very much appreciated.
The “Stuff the Bus” event was an idea Essex Home Hardware Manager Lennard Bickford had, and he, and Seguin, were pleased with the outcome and the impact they were able to make in helping local students in need kick-off the school-year on a positive note. Hardware’s “Stuff a Bus” raises nearly $3500
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8 I Community Essex Free Press I Thursday, September 8, 2022 Craig Ramsay hosts Amazing Race viewing party with Harrow supporters 224 Talbot St. N. Essex (Next to Essex High School) 519-776-4222 SERVICE: 888-265-1791Mon - Fri 7:30am - 5:00pm, & Saturday 8am - 1pmSERVICEHOURS: www.countychevroletessex.com YOUR ELECTRIC VEHICLE HEADQUARTERS TESLA, BOLT, KONA, PRIUS, MACH ESLA, MACH ETE SAY GOODBYE TO HIGH OurPRICES!FUELEVexperts are here to answer all your questions DRIVE ONE TODAY! My hometown.
“Luckily, I have had those checkmarks,” he said. His motto is to be bold. To go big, or go home; and home is not so bad.
The cast, this season of the show, he said, is “Beyond strong in every aspect of the word,” and he and Wreford Ledlow were pleased to be included. The duo saw the opportunity as a way to get Wreford Ledlow’s story of having terminal brain cancer out there.
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by Sylene Argent Growing up in Harrow, Craig Ramsay always felt support from those within the community. Even when his acting and fitness career took him out-of-town, and even out-of-county, his heart never left his hometown.Thatis why he chose to celebrate his participation in the eighth season of the Amazing Race Canada with a viewing party to watch episode eight, amongst friends, family, and supporters, last week at the Beerded Dog Brewing Co. “I am just so thrilled to have this opportunity to be back here and share what I experienced tonight in leg eight, with all the people [who] have supported me from day one,” Ramsay said. “I don’t think I have ever felt this much support, authentically, because these people have been here for my whole life.” In speaking of Harrow, he said, “I never really left.” Ramsay noted he stayed close with the friends he grew up with, in addition to members of his community and church. “My work definitely took me out-oftown, but I always felt this is myRamsayhomebase.”noted he got into acting because, “I was always a character in school. I always loved performing. I was always really well supported here in Harrow, Essex County, and eventually Windsor. I feel my foundation was so strong and I had a lot of confidence, thanks to that support, that it encouraged me to explore whatever the possibilities are.” In his youth, he wasn’t shy, and believed he could tackle any situation. He admitted he set his goals high. He wanted to be on Broadway, he wanted to be on soap operas, he wanted to be on film and TV.
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“She is a medical miracle,” Ramsay said. He noted the show’s producers asked them to do the show, after the vetting process, two-years ago, before the pandemic. “Our situation was so unique, the likelihood of Catherine still being with us, was not great. But, she beat the odds. Now, we have the opportunity – I hope – to really motivate anyone out there who has any kind of medical obstacles or diagnosis.”Healso hoped he well represented the support system of those who are facing medical issues by supporting Wreford LedlowRamsayappropriately.used last week’s viewing parties as a fundraiser for The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada as a way to show Wreford Ledlow is loved, supported, and cared for. The group connected with Wreford Ledlow online during the event. For the past 22-years, Ramsay admits he has spent most of his time across the border. That made him a little insecure, getting involved with the Amazing Race Canada. I needed to brush up on geography, Canadian history, Francois,” he said. “There was such a wide-variety of Canadianthemed necessities I needed to study.”Hesaid he knows his country, and has had the opportunity to travel across it. “I know Canada, and it was thrilling to come back and prove that I do,” he said.He joked he had to call his grade five teacher at Harrow Senior School, after admitting his “grade five math sucks,” which is something he wished he would have been better at for theRamsayshow. said there is no other reality show that is more real than the Amazing Race Canada. “They simply follow you in your journey and your good, bad, and ugly decisions; and I make themRamsayall.” is looking forward to moving back to his hometown in the near future with his husband. Harrow native Craig Ramsay was thrilled back in town last week viewing parties showcasing his involvement with Amazing Race Canada. is excited move back Harrow with his husband in the near future.
Ramsay was excited to get onto season eight of Amazing Race Canada. In 2019, he said he and his best friend, Catherine Wreford Ledlow, had the opportunity of a lifetime to return back to The Royal Winnipeg Ballet, where they both trained previously, to guest star in “Romeo and Juliet.” “It was such a spectacular moment in our life, and we thought together afterwards, ‘This was so great, but what can we do that would come close or top that?’” That is where the idea of putting their names forward for the Amazing Race Canada came about. He noted the vetting process was pretty gruelling to get on the show, and lucky, they made the cut.
by Sylene Argent Local classic rock cover band “The Stiff Joints” wrapped-up the Town of Essex’s Arts, Culture, and Tourism (ACT) Committee’s 2022 edition of the Tune Up the Parks summer concert series last Wednesday evening on a high note. This was the second time the band performed at the Heritage Gardens Park, with its first appearance taking place in 2021. Ed Clairmont, bass player for the six-piece band, noted “The Stiff Joints” has been around the local music scene for the past 12-years, with a couple lineup changes taking place along the way. “The Stiff Joints” was previously known as the “CC New Band.” With new members added to the roster, a new name emerged.The band plays primarily throughout Essex County, but has played across Ontario, as well. As far as bringing its brand of classic flavoured rock of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s to the Heritage Gardens Park, Clairmont said, “I like the venue and the whole vibe, and the way it is set up. Everyone pulls up a lawn chair and enjoys the Thoughmusic.”the band has been entertaining crowds for over a decade, Clairmont said this year has been extraordinarily busy for “The Stiff Joints,” which he believes is likely due to everything opening up this summer after the pandemic.Atthe beginning of the year, the musicians in the band typically develop a core set, and will move five to-ten songs around throughout the months to change things up and suit the setlist to the crowd the band will play for. “We love it,” Clairmont said of performing live gigs. “It is a great stress release and we just enjoy it when other people get joy out of what we are doing.”
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Tune Up the Parks brought a performer or band to Essex Centre every Wednesday evening and Colchester every Monday evening during the months of July and August as a way to offer a form of entertainment residents.
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Elvis tribute artists – and Harrow Native – James Gibb, on the Thursday, Buck Twenty on the Friday, and Wes Mack on the Saturday. All of Harrow Fair’s music entertainers are Canadian. Denotter was pleased to announce the annual Harrow Pie Auction on the Thursday evening of the event raised nearly $50,000, with the proceeds going to the John McGivney Children’s Centre, which by far surpassed the total raised in 2019 of Local$32,210.Businessman, Jeff Sylvester of Lakepoint Homes, outbid everyone on the top pie, which brought in a recordbreaking $6100. In addition, he bought the next two top pies to support the cause, as well. Lonie Kady of Harrow’s Hometown Family Pharmacy also bought a dozen pies during what would become an exciting auction. Area residents were definitely excited the Harrow Fair was back in full swing, Denotter noted as a reason why there was so much support for the Pie Auction. With the Harrow Fair having to get cancelled in 2020 and 2021, due to the pandemic, she believes area residents and business owners wanted to support the Harrow Fair and the John McGivney Children’s Centre the best way they could. “It was pure excitement,” Denotter said of the bidding that went on in the auction. “And, the proceeds are going to such a great cause.” Denotter believes the 2022 Harrow Fair likely broke attendance records, judging by the fairgoers she watched file through the front gates and out along the fairgrounds, enjoying all the event had to offer.“It has been so busy.” In speaking about Saturday’s parade, she said she was excited to see so many smiling faces along the parade route, eager to wave at the individuals on the floats and collect candy.
The Harrow Fair’s family atmosphere is what attracts people out to the event every year, Denotter said of the ongoing success of the local Labour Day tradition. “It is a place you can go to see friends you haven’t seen in years and it feels like no time has passed at all. You just pickup where you left off.” She added the Harrow Fair is definitely a great agricultural showcase for Essex County, where attendees can see the animals and tractor displays. On behalf of the volunteer Harrow Fair Board, Denotter thanked everyone for the support they offered to the Harrow Fair to ensure it was a top-notch event. sets records...
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submitted info to EFP The John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area was honoured to welcome Métis artist Tracey-Mae Chambers to open redcrochet,Canada.artofbyNovemberR.thatart#hopeandhealingcanadaherinstallationexhibitwillbeattheJohnParkHomesteaduntil25thTheproject,createdMs.Chambers,consistsaseriesofsitespecificinstallationsacrossEachismadeusingknit,andwovenyarns.Thisongoing body of work is used to illustrate connections between Indigenous, Inuit, and Métis peoples with Canadians, while also addressing the decolonization of public spaces. Once dismantled, the work will be returned to Ms. Chambers and will be reworked and repurposed at another site somewhere else in the country. The stories gathered from each participating venue will culminate in a book and traveling“Overexhibition.the last number of years and with significant guidance from valued partners, we’ve worked hard to tell a more full history of the site, and recognize the Original People who inhabited this site from time immemorial,” explained Tania Jobin, Chairperson of the Essex Region Conservation Authority. The John R. Park Homestead’s recently updated Strategic Plan identifies the importance of deconstructing colonialism in the museum space by building on Indigenous Voices and Representation, creating opportunities for access, input, and content curation by Indigenous voices and including Indigenous art, culture, stories, traditions, and knowledge into the interpretive narrative.
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“We are so incredibly thankful to Ms. Chambers for selecting the John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area as one of her NorthAmerican locations for her acclaimed Hope and Healing Canada sitespecific art installations,” JobinTracey-Maecontinued.Chambers is a Métis artist and a member of the Métis Nation of Ontario. Her family is from, and some still reside, in the traditional Métis community in Sault Ste. Marie and Penetanguishene, Ontario. Learn more at www. traceymae.com.
photo courtesy of Wayne Miller The annual Harrow Fair was held over the Labour Day weekend, bringing back thousands of visitors, after a two-year COVID-19 shutdown. The Harrow Fair’s 27th Annual Pie Auction, to raise funds for John McGivney Children’s Centre, in Windsor, was part of the opening events on the schedule for Thursday night. A record-breaking $49,600 was raised, at this year’s auction, for the John McGiveny Children’sPicturedCentre.above is Mary Jane Kozicki, who baked a Cherry-Raspberry pie to capture the Grand Champion placement and bring in $6,100 for this year’s pie auction.
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Pictured with Mary Jane is Jeff Sylvestre, of Sylvestre Enterprises, who was the high bidder of Kozicki’s pie as well as an additional eight of the auctioned pies this year.
John Cherwak of Windsor is pictured with his 1975 Bricklin. He spent one-year restoring the car and began attending local car shows this year. The Bricklin was manufactured in New Brunswick during the mid-1970s and is recognized for its sporty look and gullwing doors.
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On Sunday, September 4, the Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village (CTMHV) hosted its annual Fun on Wheels Car Show. Despite the cloudy skies and risk of rain, enthusiasm ran high among the hundreds of exhibitors and spectators who attended this one-day event.For Les McDonald, a CTMHV Director and Co-Director of Car Shows, it was a relief to have the show return to its regular operations. The show was cancelled in 2020, due to the pandemic. It returned in 2021, but had social distancing and other COVID-19 measures in place. 2022 marked the first time in three-years the show was held without restrictions.“COVID put a big strain on our organization. It’s great to see people coming back to this event,” he said.Before the pandemic, McDonald added, attendance at the event in past years was around 1,000. He noted the preliminary morning attendance numbers for this year’s show were very strong and despite the chance of rain, expected “a pretty good turnout.” Despite the impact of the pandemic and some lingering clouds, the community’s support for this annual event remained strong. There were over 200 classic cars on display. It also included ten food vendors and several local businesses, as well as some classic automotive parts dealers.The cars themselves Fun on Wheels Car Show revs up
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Ken Mailoux of Comber with his 1934 Plymouth Coupe. He purchased the car in 2021 and added $15,000 in upgrades. He has been actively involved in classic cars for 15-years and has attended the show at Heritage Village for just as long. Continued 14
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Essex Christian Reformed Church submitted by Beverley Van Huizen Celebrate with us in-person or online, each Sunday at 10am. Visit www.essexcrc.ca for a link to our social media page for upcoming services, information, and updates. Nursery supervision or Sunday school is unavailable at this time. Enjoy our ‘Take-a-book-Leave-a-book’ library located in front of the church. Come be part of the community. Join us on Saturday mornings from 8:45-9:30 am for a time of prayer for one another, the church, community, and the lives of those living around us.
SEPT. 24 - AUTUMN FEST BAZAAR 9am-3pm at Visitation Church Parish Hall, 5407 Comber Side Rd., Comber SEPT. 24 - CAR SMASH FUNDRAISER -for Lola’s Roundtable from 9am - 12pm at Onyx Fitness. 35 Victoria Ave Unit 3.
SEPT. 14 ESSEX BLOOD DONOR CLINIC At the Essex Centre Sports Complex, 60 Fairview Ave W. To book an appointment, visit: blood.ca or call: 1-888-236-6283.
Essex United Church Keep cool in our air conditioned sanctuary! Ian Phillips be leading us in worship on Sunday, September 11 at 10:30am. Everyone is welcome. Keep up-to-date here: www.essexunitedchurch.ca. and social media pages. The Essex Food Bank is open - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30am – 11:45pm. The phone number is: 519-776-4070.
Antioch Christian Ministries Submitted by Karen Chaulk Antioch Church, located at 455 County Rd. 34 W. Essex, invites you to join them for their Sunday Services at 10am - Children’s Ministry Classes are available during service for ages 18 month - Grade 6, beginning at 10:30am. Youth meet on Fridays at 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm). Young Adults meet every other Saturday at 7:30pm. For more information about other meetings and service times, please go to: antiochcanada.ca
There is a BBQ Rib Dinner planned for September 24. Take out only from 3:00 pm- 6:00 pm. For more information or for pick-up time contact Kelly at 519791-7064.Westill host Coffee Hour on Thursdays, at 10 am. Come and join us.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church submitted by Sandra Lypps With September here, we have returned to our regular service time of 11am on Sundays. All are welcome to joinPastaus! dinners are back and our first one of the fall is on Friday, October 14th. We look forward to seeing you! Our next Vendors Market will take place on Saturday October 29th. We are always looking for donations of gently used clothing for our Clothes Cupboard. Visit online: www.stpaulstrinity.org, or social media. Call the office at 519-776-7111.
Looking for someplace to worship? You’re welcome to join us here at Trinity. Sundays at 9:30am with Rev.’d Hilton Gomes. Woodslee United Church submitted by Sue Holman Regular church services, in both churches, returns on September 11 at 10:45am. This Sunday, is our Memorial Sunday where we honour our church family we lost from 2021 to 2022. We welcome the family members who have lost their loved ones. Rev. Carl will lead the service. You can also view the service and read the bulletin on our website at: WoodsleePastoralCharge.ca.
Our regular activities will resume on Tuesday, September 13th with SA Connections starting at 10am -1pm. Drop in on this free community program which offers fellowship, interesting programs, and lunch. It’s a great way to spend Tuesday morning. Then at 1p.m. Major Hann will continue Bible Study, exploring the Book of Luke. Anyone can attend and enjoy this interesting hour. Our Food Bank gratefully accepts your donations of non-perishable goods on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 9a.m. - 2p.m. For information, call the church office at 519-776-4628.
Watch for folks from Trinity in the Fall Festival Parade on Sept. 18th. An evening of Healing Through Music and Prayer will take place on September 28th at 7pm. All are welcome.
Bethel-Maidstone United Please join us as we welcome back Rev. Paul. All are welcome, the service begins at 10am. Our building is air conditioned and wheelchair accessible. We are planning a Fall Bazaar that will take place in the church hall on Saturday, November 19th. We will have a planning meeting after church on September 11th. There is a UCW Meeting on Monday, October 17th at 1pm in Simpkins Hall. All ladies of the congregation are invited and welcome to attend. There is no Sunday School or Children’s Drop-In Centre available at this time. The secretary is available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am to 1 pm, at (519) 723-2284 or email bethelmaidstone@gmail.com. We are located at 933 Talbot Road, Maidstone, near the corner of Manning Road and Talbot, or visit online: www.bethelmaidstone. com. 2022 I Essex Free Press Fresh food. Friendly 519-776-4255neighbours191TalbotSt.S.,Essex by:
SEPT. 18 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF FAITHFUL SERVICE TO GOD & CANADA St. Simon & St. Jude Parish, Belle River. 10:30am mass & 1pm Banquet. Open to the public. For info: 519-728-2275.
HIATUS HOUSE: offers counselling services in Essex County. Women’s Fresh Start group therapy is once a week. For info or to schedule an intake appointment, call the 24-hour Hiatus House helpline at 519-252-7781.
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Essex Baptist Church Our congregation is open and welcomes you to join us for Sunday worship at 10:30am. Recorded messages are on our website at: www.essexbaptist.com We contiue to pray for God’s blessing on all of Essex County. Let us know how we can, more specifically, pray for you. East.com).pastor@essexbaptist.(email:71MaidstoneAve
SEPT. 10 KINGSVILLE FIREFEST 2022 In Cottam & Downtown Kingsville. 8am breakfast, 11am parade of apparatus, 11:30am displays and family activities.
SEPT. 25 LASALLE NIGHT MARKET At LaSalle Civic Centre, 5950 Malden Rd. from 4-8pm. For info: www.lasalle.ca/markets.
Central Essex County Catholic Family of Parishes Essex, Maidstone, McGregor, and Woodslee news Next THRIVE for teens is on Sunday, September 11th at 7pm at Holy Name of JesusWoodsleechurch.K of C is hosting a steak bbq on September 10th at 5pm at St. John’s Hall. Purchase your tickets from any of their members. Essex K of C is hosting a Euchre night on Monday, September 19th at 7pm at Holy Name of Jesus parish hall.New office hours are Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm. If you have a garden, please share any extra produce with our local food banks. For up to date news please visit our website or find us on social media or at: centralessexcatholic.dol Please keep all the shut-ins and sick in your prayers.
Mark your calendars! GEMS and Cadets will begin on Monday, September 19 from 6:30 – 8:00pm. This is a great club for girls and boys from Grade 1 – 8 where we participate in bible studies, crafts, and games. All are welcome to attend.
“An archaeologist is the best husband a woman can have. The older she gets, the more interested he is in her.” ~ Agatha Christie
SEPT. 16, 17, 18 - AMHERSTBURG UNCOMMON FESTIVAL - Be curious! Expect the unexpected! For all info on the event: visitamherstburg.ca/uncommon SEPT. 17 LITTLE TOMATO CHILDREN’S THEATRE “FROZEN JR.” AUDITIONS At Leamington United Church, 9 John St. For info: littletomatochildr.wixsite.com/ ltctwebsite or social media.
Salvation Army Essex Church submitted by Carolyn Barnett Join us for Family Worship Sunday, September 11 at 10:30a.m. Major Jim Hann’s sermon topic is “We Are An Innovative Partner.”
Trinity Anglican Church Thank you to all who donated backpacks and school supplies. These will be welcome at the school.
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Learning how to cope with stress in times of adversity is a valuable life skill for kids. Here are some simple techniques you can teach your child: breathing techniques — get them to focus on their breathing and take deep breaths as they count to 10; visualization — have them close their eyes and picture something that makes them feel happy and calm, like a place or person they love; journaling — encouraging them to write their thoughts down on paper can help them sort through their feelings when they’re backtoschool.experiencetoyouFindoverwhelmed.everythingneedtomakebackschoolapositiveatstaples.ca/
Managing back-to-school jitters OFFICIANT / MINISTER
Being prepared can also help ease anxiety, so find things you can do together like setting up a workspace, organizing supplies or planning lunches and snacks. Not only can these activities be fun, but they can also help kids feel more proactive and less overwhelmed. Teach them managementstress
If your child is feeling a bit anxious, try to shift their focus from the things they’re worrying about to the things they’re looking forward to. Maybe they’re excited to see old friends again, buy new school supplies or get involved in an after-school activity.
Community / Business Directory I 21Thursday, September 8, 2022 I Essex Free Press Chartered Professional Accountants Tyler Hicks HeatherLindsayMacPhersonIatonnaTimDriedgerAshleyMeyer P.O. Box 189, 49 Erie St. N., Leamington, Ontario N8H 3W2 Phone 519-326-2681 • Fax 519-326-8044 • w w w. h m i d . c www.hmid.caa HICKS, MACPHERSON, IATONNA & DRIEDGER LLP. BAKER TILLY TRILLIUM LLP 39 MAIDSTONE AVE. E., ESSEX, ON N8M 2J3 VANESSA MULLINS, CPA, CA MANAGER T 519.776.6262 X304 F 519.776.1293 E vmmullins@bakertilly.ca W www.bakertilly.ca PLUMBINGACCOUNTINGLAWYERACCOUNTINGFINANCIALACCOUNTINGACCOUNTING•GASFITTINGWINDOWS&DOORSINSURANCE (NC) After a summer off, going back to school, homework, exams, and the unknowns of teachers and classmates can all be sources of anxiety. Add to that the uncertainty of hybrid learning models, pandemic protocols and the fact that many kids have been learning remotely for so long, the thought of going back to school can quickly become overwhelming. Help your kids manage back-to-school jitters and set them up for success with these three simple tips: Rest their minds and bodies Sleep is restorative, and it can be one of the most powerful ways to improve mental and physical wellbeing. When kids are well rested, they can think more clearly, make better decisions and reduce anxiety.Long summer days can mean later bedtimes, so start to ease them back into an earlier schedule and make sure they’re getting a good night’s sleep. That way they’ll be in a good routine and ready for early-morning start times once the school year begins.
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