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Top Lanark County award to Gord Patterson “P by Jeff Green eople in Lanark County have a way of doing things behind your back,” said Gordon Patterson about the fact that no one had told him he was nominated for the 2011 Lanark County Award of Excellence. He found out about a week and a half ago that he was going to receive the award in recognition of a lifetime of volunteer work with farm groups and a 16-year stint as a municipal politician. Gord Patterson has lived on the farm his whole life. He bought a farm next to the family farm where he was raised when he was still a young man, and he took over the family farm as well when his parents couldn’t run it any more. His property is located on the Kingston Line, right where Central Frontenac, Tay Valley and Lanark Highlands meet. “I always say that if I don’t like what they are doing in Lanark County, I will just head over to Central Frontenac to see if they are doing any better,” he said. He became involved in the Lanark County 4-H club as a child and went on to become a leader for 36 years. As for his involvement with the Maberly Fair, that started without his knowledge. “Way back when I was about 28 years old the next-door neighbour came along as I was cutting some trees along the road. He said ‘You may be mad at me because we put you on the Maberly Fair board last night,’ ” he recalls. He is still on the fair board, as well as the Lanark County Agricultural Advisory Committee and the Lanark County Federation of Agriculture. He was a founding director of the Lanark County Cattlemen’s Association, where he served as president in 1979 and 1980 and was a director of the Ontario Cattlemen’s Association for several years as well. When he talks about the reason he has been so involved in public service, he tells the story of a time when he almost lost the fingers on one hand while working on the farm. “A new member of the community, someone I had met but did not really know at all, showed up at my place and helped my wife and kids with the chores. I don’t think he had held a shovel in his life, but he kept with it until the syruping was done in the spring. So I figure if a stranger can do that, I can
put the time in when I have a chance.” The man who helped Gord Patterson when he injured his hand was George Braithwaite, who served on council himself for many years and was one of the people who wrote letters in support of Gord’s nomination for the award. “Gord’s service to his community as a local and countylevel politician is arguably his most important legacy,” Braithwaite wrote. “His success in politics attests to his sense of community and reputation as a respected leader who functioned for the general benefit of the wider population … his leadership skills, powers of persuasion and patience became the vital ingredients during the challenging amalgamation experience.” Gord Patterson was a municipal politician in the years leading up to municipal amalgamation, and was instrumental in giving form to both Lanark Highlands and Tay Valley Townships. “A lot of people say it ruined the country but we couldn’t carry on as small townships the way we had been,” he says, looking back. “The problems that we have faced since then were because of the downloading, not the amalgamation itself. Fourteen years later we still haven’t gotten out from all those downloaded costs.” Gord and his wife Beverley continue to run their cow-calf operation and they tap 1,300 trees each spring, with the help of other family members. While there are a lot of people who enjoy his syrup, he has a special interest in a smaller number, his grandchildren. “The grandchildren like the syrup so I try to make some extra so they will still have some left after I’m gone,” he said. The awards ceremony took place at a meeting of Lanark County Council on Wednesday, November 23. A number of Gord’s colleagues from the agricultural and political realm, as well as family, were on hand to mark the occasion. It was enough to swell the head of just about anyone, but ever the resourceful farmer, Gord Patterson has worked out a solution to that problem. “I certainly had to put on some heavier boots to get me back to earth after all that,” he said.
am Naish, the owner of Naish’s General Store, brought some of his marketing savvy to the South Frontenac budget process this week. Township staff had presented a budget that, based upon a set of calculations they had made, would bring a 3% tax
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North Frontenac Council gives New Energy project the cold shoulder by Jeff Green uth Noordegraff is the part time program manager for the New Energy Project, an initiative that is being supported by Frontenac County, the Kingston Economic Development Council (KEDCO), the City of Kingston, Queen’s University, St. Lawrence College and others. Noordegraff visited North Frontenac Council on Nov. 28. She said that the project is interested in and can provide resources for economic development initiatives that promote a sustainable economic and environmental future. “You have already had some successes here, with the waste management program of the township and the Frontenac Transportation Service. The dark skies tourism initiative is one that could be very important as well. We can help you to look at solar and wind energy, or micro-hydro.” Noordegraff said the main reason for her visit was to introduce herself and the New Energy Project, and to let Council know that there are resources available to help with new initiatives. “What do you want and is it a viable project are the key questions for any initiative,” she said. After her presentation, John Inglis, who as a member of Frontenac County Council sits on the county’s Green Energy Task Force, said that the New Energy Project needs to develop a new vision statement. “The vision statement is very off-putting, very airy fairy. It is very difficult to understand and accept,” he said. “I understand what you are saying,” said Noordegraff. The New Energy Project Vision statement starts, as follows: “This is the dawning of a new day, fresh light reveals a living landscape wild with possibilities and progressive action. People inspired, inspiring others. We grow greener with every season. Breathing deeply, we draw in the future, then release the energy and ideas that move us forward, that will sustain our success … “ Lonnie Watkins then pressed Ruth Noordegraff over the Ontario Hydro Micro-Fit program, which has resulted in a large number of solar panels sprouting on rooftops and on ground-mounted frames throughout Frontenac County and Ontario as a whole. “How can a system that pays 80 cents to a producer for power that it sells at 7 cents be a sustainable project?” he asked. “I understand your opinion,” said Noordegraff, “but the New Energy Project is broader than the Micro-Fit.”
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A complaint that was aired at a meeting of the Joint Fire Board that North Frontenac shares with Addington Highlands Township led North Frontenac Council to rescind a motion that they passed at their November 14 council meeting. The motion said that no firefighter under the age of 19 may attend any ‘incident’ for any fire service that is funded by North Frontenac. “The problem is that the Joint Fire Service is funded by both North Frontenac and Addington Highlands, so our motion tied their hands, which is not something we should be doing,” said Councilor Wayne Good, one of the North Frontenac representatives to the Joint Fire Board. Council agreed to rescind the motion and will hear from the two fire chiefs involved in both services, Steve Riddell and Casey Cuddy, about what the existing protocols are for firefighters between the ages of 16 and 19.
Pine Lake island names - The Ministry of Natural Resources has accepted the township’s recommendation for the name of one island on Pine Lake, Priest Island, but another island, which the township wanted to name Millie’s Island, has been named Shingwak Island, the name that the MNR had initially put forward. Shingwak is an Ojibwe word
for Pine according to Warren Upham in his book “Minnesota Place Names”. Cenotaph task force – Council has appointed Gerry Martin, Wayne Good and Bud Clayton and staff member Cory Klatt to a task force that will be looking into establishing a cenotaph somewhere in the township.
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said they needed someplace to bring their hazardous waste. This is a great thing to bring to our township,” said Councilor Ron Vandewal. Councilor Larry York asked when the recycling of baler wrap will commence, because a number of farmers he knows are starting to stockpile their wrap in anticipation of a recycling depot. “It’s closer than it’s ever been,” said Segsworth, “I’d say early in the new year.” (Editors note: Our regular South Frontenac Council reporter, Wilma Kenny, chose the attend a concert by Leon Redbone in favour of covering the Councl meeting, Somebody has their priorities right!)
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2011, $1.51 million was drawn from reserves, and in 2012 that figure is down to $1.18 million. “We are working, over time, at weaning ourselves from using the reserve funds. It’s something we have to do,” said Orr. Council will adopt the budget numbers at their December 6 meeting. The budget bylaw will not be approved until sometime in 2012, when the Education and Frontenac County levies are known. But for South Frontenac Council itself, the 2012 budget process is over. This is the earliest, by several months, that any Frontenac Township has been able to complete their budget. The preliminary Frontenac County budget will be presented to County Council on December 14. Household Hazardous Waste - Public Works Manager Mark Segsworth brought a report to council about what he called “a very successful first year” of operating a hazardous waste depot. Success, in the hazardous waste collection business, translates into higher costs, however. The estimated cost of running the program for one year had been around $17,000 for operating the depot and $18,250 for the transport and disposal of material. The actual costs were $12,500 for operations and almost $41,000 for transport and disposal. “The transport and disposal costs are significantly higher because much more material was collected than originally estimated,” said Segsworth. However, Segsworth also reported that he is close to completing an agreement with Stewardship Ontario, the government/industry body that oversees recycling in the province, and once the agreement is signed the township will be eligible for a 50% rebate of total program costs. Segsworth also reported that the township is in the process of altering its Certificate of Approval with the Ontario Ministry of the Environment to allow for the collection of hazardous waste from outside of South Frontenac. Central Frontenac Township has expressed interest in using the site and once the new Certificate of Approval is in place, South Frontenac will be in a position to formally enter into negotiations with Central Frontenac. “I know this is expensive, and hopefully we will be able to get some money back, but when people have talked to me about this they have not talked about price, they only
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Portland Community Caring by Jeff Green very Tuesday for about 30 years, the old Hartington schoolhouse has been open for business, as volunteers sell clothes and small household items at a very reasonable price to any and all who stop by. The price is right – some items are individually priced, but for most items it is $5 a bag. With a steady crowd combing through the store, the sales add up, and since all the items are donated and the labour to clean clothes, prepare them for sale, fill the shelves and deal with customers is all done by a crew of volunteers, those sales add up to some real support for people in need. In the early years only Portland Township residents received support from Community Caring, but ever since municipal amalgamation, the money has been spread throughout South Frontenac Township. So far in 2011, over $17,000 had been raised. Out of that total, $4,250 has been donated to the Food Bank that is managed by Southern Frontenac Community Services (SFCS), and $4,000 has gone to a Community Caring fund to provide emergency assistance by paying for heating fuel, hydro and phone bills on a one-time basis for residents in need. This fund is also administered by SFCS. The rest of the money has been split between a number of local organizations, including the Alzheimer’s Society, Loughborough Christmas Committee, the Salvation Army, Almost Home, New Leaf Link, Interval House, and the Volunteer Firefighters Association. “We decided this year that we wanted most, if not all of the money to stay in the
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Dedicated volunteers working on a Tuesday - (L to R) Sally Young, Cheryl Kellar, and Doris Veldman. The store is open Tuesdays from 9-12 and 1-4, most Mondays and Friday mornings and whenever the Open sign is up. In the coming months Community Caring is hoping to make another major change by moving their operation to the Princess Margaret Building, which is located next door to the schoolhouse. Both buildings are the property of South Frontenac Township. A room in the Princess Margaret building that is about the size of the schoolhouse recently became vacant when the local literacy program lost their funding. The Princess Margaret Building is warmer than the schoolhouse, and has the added benefit of running water and flush toilets. It is also the home of the Hartington Branch of
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bingo for 2011. The next bingo will be January 10, 2012. · The TOPS Club Inc. would like to invite you to join their club. They meet every Tuesday at 8:30am in St. Luke’s United Church basement at Denbigh. If you join before Dec. 31, the membership fee is only $30 with $1 dues per week. This club offers lots of weight loss information along with tremendous moral support. For info, contact Evelyn, 613-333-2291.
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Jean Campbell 613-374-5718 · Many friends of the late Ernie Boss of Rochester, N.Y. were saddened to hear of his passing this past week. Ernie and his late wife Lena spent their summers at their cottage on Thirty Island Lake. Condolences to the family. · Sisters-in-law Joan Scales of Kingston and Janet Wright of Ottawa arrived home safely after a week in Las Vegas. Cathy Murphy of Bobs Lake and daughter Jackie arrived home safely following a trip to New York City to visit daughter Lesley. Tip this week – Antifreeze your laundry: As long as the air is dry, clothes will dry outside on the coldest of days. To prevent garments from freezing (which can weaken their fibres), add a handful of salt to the final rinse.
MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula
613-325-1354 karenprytula33@gmail.com
· CALLING ALL YOUNG MOMS in the area: Local resident, Lesley Flynn, would like to meet with other young moms at the ABC Hall to enjoy companionship, share stories of raising children, and create opportunities to learn new crafts and skills. If you are interested, please call Lesley at (613) 273-7855. · The Tay Valley Community Choir will hold their Country Christmas Concert on December 3, 7:30pm at the Maberly Hall. Joining the choir will be the Glen Tay Girls Group from Glen Tay School, and Beryl Stott returns with her flute. Admission is by donation at the door. Food Bank donations are also welcome. Refreshments will be served following the concert.
HARROWSMITH Kelly Calthorpe
613-372-1655 kdcalthorpe@sympatico.ca
· Ho! Ho! Ho! The annual Harrowsmith Christmas Parade is this Saturday, December 3 at 10am. Warm up first at the Harrowsmith United Church, where they will be serving a free pancake breakfast from 8:30am until the parade. Warm up after the parade at the Harrowsmith S&A Hall where the club will be hosting their annual Open House and serving hot chocolate, hot dogs and goodies. Perhaps Santa himself will need a cup of hot chocolate after the parade. · Sunday, December 4 is the annual Nativity display in the Parish Hall at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Railton. Come on out and share/see the variety of nativity displays
december 1, 2011 from 11am until 3pm. There is no charge for admission, but donations will be accepted for the Loughborough Christmas Basket Committee. · Head back to Railton on Mon. Dec. 5 for the Turkey Bingo! The Knights of Columbus will begin the early bird at 6:50pm with the regular bingo beginning at 7pm. · Bevan Lambert recently celebrated his 90th Birthday at Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. He is the proud grandpa of our local celebrities, Jenna and Natalie Lambert. “Ring in the New Year” at the Golden Links Hall on Dec. 31, 8pm. There will be a D.J., lots of prizes, a hot buffet at midnight and a bus ride home will also be available. $30 a person, call Terry at 386-8854 or 329-0257.
HENDERSON Jean Brown 613-336-2516 Georgina Wathen 613-336-9641 · Henderson United will host a Christmas Community Celebration on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. at the hall, which will feature local talent and area children taking part, and of course there will be some snacks to share. Entertainers are welcome and needed. Give a call if you can take part. There is no charge - folks already have so many expenses. · The community is invited to gather for a service of commemoration and closure of the Harlowe United Church building, on Saturday, December 3, at 2 p.m. · Great to see the fabulously decorated street containers in Arden and all the lights - reminds us that Jesus Christ is the light of the world. This Sat. Dec. 3, Arden United Church folks are hosting a Christmas lunch with tasty treats and also some items to sell - so be sure to check that out – Jean. · Our family celebrated an early Christmas at Henderson with 19 commuting in from Toronto and Huntsville area. Our son had a slight fender bender but is better. – Georgina.
MOUNTAIN GROVE Marilyn Meeks
613-335-4531 email: marilynarchie@sympatico.ca · Sympathy to the family of Diane and Rev. Vernon Scott at the passing of Diane’s father · Don’t forget to attend the Santa Claus parades --Sharbot Lake on Dec. 3, 1pm, departing from the township offices, and Parham on Sunday Dec. 4 leaving Tichborne at 1pm · Thanks to those who offered jigsaw puzzles to me; they’re for a friend. I am still saving Campell soup labels, pop
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tabs, bread ties. Eventually a wheelchair will be purchased. · Happy birthday to Viola Webster, 89, Jessie Antoine, Freda Burke, Glen Fox, Lisa Hamilton, Sammy Fox, Jean Brown, Jean Steele. · Thinking of Karle Amey, Madelene Howes, Fraser McEwen, Dorothy Simpson, Joe Foller, Marjorie Reeves, Betty Tarney, Urlla Judge, Frances Badour, Bill Teeple, Alma White, Martha Brouse, Andy Armstrong, Doris Forbes, Ralph Steele · The Bantam Frontenac Rep Hockey Team played in a tournament in Pembroke Nov. 25-27.The team did very well · Many attended the gospel sing at the Parham Free Methodist church, featuring "The Frizzells" and local talent. · Quotation: The most efficient water power in the world is a child’s tears.
MISSISSIPPI Pearl Killingbeck
613-278-2127
· Our Christmas turkey dinner for the Sharbot Lake Diners was on Nov. 23 at The Maples – delicious. Bob Fisher gave a talk on the many faces of Alzheimer’s: types, symptoms, and risk factors and the ways you can help – very interesting. · All you people who get your Christmas baking from The Rising Bun be sure to get it before December 24 as it will be closing for the season. · Get well wishes to Ruth Jackson. · The Abrams Brothers in Perth played to a packed house, as usual. Great toe-tapping music. A great evening. · The snowmobile club had its first breakfast of the season at a new and improved clubhouse. Looks fantastic. They fed 113 people. The next breakfast will be Jan. 14. The Fire Safety seminar at the club was very informative and interesting. A good crowd attended. There will be another next fall. · Smile – Nothing is a waste that makes a memory.
PLEVNA Katie Ohlke ohlkek@limestone.on.ca
613-479-2797
· The Ompah & Plevna Santa Claus parade was held 1st time in the evening and the lights were amazing! 1st place went to the Ompah Conservation Association, 2nd to the Pioneers Club and 3rd to Lookout Home Hardware! After the parade, Santa was greeted by 70 children and their parents at the Clar-Mill Hall. Thanks to all the businesses and individuals and volunteers for their donations and for making it a magical time for our children! Special thanks to Santa! · It’s that time again! The Annual Cookie Walk is happening on December 3 from 10am to noon. Buy a box for $5 and choose which delightful home baked goodies you fill it with! There will also be a silent auction. This event will be at the Clar-Mill Hall. Come early, as the cookies go quickly!
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Saturday, Dec. 3 at 1 p.m. in Sharbot Lake Village All businesses, community groups and residents in the area are encouraged to enter a float or display, or march in the parade. Parade marshalling at 12:15 pm on Elizabeth St For more information contact Ian at 613-279-2329 Parade Organization by Sharbot Lake & District Lions Club on behalf of the Central Frontenac Recreation Committee
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· Clar-Mill Community Volunteers invite everyone to attend a Christmas Potluck Supper on December 17 at 5 p.m. Over the Hill Gang will entertain, and, Santa will make a surprise visit. See you there. · Do you want Santa to visit your home on Christmas Eve and surprise the children? You need to contact Bernice Gunsinger at 479-2270 or Ina Watkins at 479-5592 by December 20. Sponsored by Clar-Mill Community Volunteers. · Plevna Joke of the week: Bill “What does Santa clean his sleigh with?” Wendy “Comet!”
OMPAH Linda Rush lindarush@yahoo.com
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· As I went out to enjoy the Christmas Parade on Saturday night I wondered what an after dark parade would be like. Well, it was wonderful. Each float was lighted up and decorated beautifully, and it was very magical to watch them go by in the dark. The parade has always been enjoyable to watch, but I think the idea of having it in the evening was a very good one, and hope that this tradition continues. And I would like to add my thanks to the many people who work together to make the parade and children’s party so special. · From Jean Brown: Ompah United Church rocked last Sunday with the fantastic Ompah Community Choir leading and singing some very inspiring songs. The concert included bell ringing, sing-alongs, scriptures, solos, and was an allround wonderfully spiritually inspiring happening.
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· St Pat's Church in Railton is holding a turkey bingo on Monday, Dec 5 at 7 p.m. · Remember to drop off your Canadian Tire money to Loughborough Public School. They are collecting it to pur-
PAGE 5 chase playground equipment. · Community Christmas Dance at the Legion on Sat. Dec. 10, music provided by Stage Fright. Tickets are $15 each. · The Legion is putting on a New Year’s Eve Dance also tickets are $25 each and the Jaywalkers will be performing. · Sydenham High School is hosting its annual Syd’s Cafe on Friday, Dec. 2 with various acts put on by students. This is a fun and entertaining evening. · Wing Night tonight (Thurs. Dec. 1) at the Legion from 5 – 8 p.m. Everyone welcome. Sydenham Holiness Church is holding an evening of music and song on Dec 11 at 7pm. A freewill offering for SFCS. Come out for a community evening of food and fellowship.
VERONA Debbie Lingen
613-374-2091 debbie@lingens.com
· It was a perfect evening as Verona residents celebrated the Christmas Tree Lighting last Friday. Hundreds of happy people gathered to sing Christmas carols with Ross Clow and enjoy horse drawn wagon rides through the village. Even Santa Claus made a surprise visit to the delight of the youngsters. Kudos to Ross and all the volunteers who helped make this evening a great start to the Holiday Season. · A "Christmas Homecoming Celebration" Country Gospel Concert featuring Ross Clow, the Old Hims and Crooked Wood will be held in the Country Church, Hartington on Friday, Dec. 2, 7 p.m. Freewill offering and refreshments. · The Community Choir presents "Spirit of Advent", a Christmas Choral Concert at the Verona Trinity United Church, Friday, Dec. 2 starting at 7:30 p.m. Free admission. · Start your Saturday morning in Harrowsmith with a free pancake breakfast at St. Paul's United Church, 8:30 to 10 a.m. All are welcome. Then head outdoors for the annual Santa Claus Parade, which departs Centennial Park at 10
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Addington Highlands Public Library Denbigh Branch
IS ON THE MOVE The Township of Addington Highlands and the Addington Highlands Public Library Board were successful with their Ontario Trillium Foundation application for $72,500 to relocate the Denbigh Library to the new Addington Highlands Community Centre. This funding provides the means to completely renovate one and a half of the existing classrooms, install a unisex accessible washroom and accessible entrance. The new location will provide patrons and visitors with a fully accessible, air-conditioned library. The renovation includes opening the classrooms into one bright room which will enable us to provide a new children’s area, youth and teens their own space, and adults will be provided with an area to sit and read, visit with friends, use computer workstations or their own laptops. When finished we will have height appropriate shelving, (graciously donated by the Tweed Public Library), custom designed computer work stations, an accessible computer workstation, seating areas in all sections, a number of laptop stations and a long awaited drop box. The new Denbigh Library is sure to provide a public service which will be a source of community pride for many years to come. The Ontario Trillium Foundation is an agency of the Government of Ontario
Council of the Township of North Frontenac wishes to Thank All North Frontenac Ratepayers for their ongoing support in furthering our Recycling effort! Remember, the blue “I Recycle” Tags you accumulate can be used as payment toward all waste that is subject to a “bag tag fee” or “bag tag volume fee”. Recycling is the fastest way to make a positive impact on the environment. It only requires you to sort your waste; a quick and simple process that is part of your daily routine. Recycling reduces the amount of waste in landfill, reducing the risks of water and air contamination. When you recycle, your children learn by example, and they will recycle too!
What should the future of Sharbot Lake look like? You are invited to learn more about the Sharbot Lake Community Improvement Plan Wednesday, December 14th, 2011 Soldiers Memorial Hall 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake Open House: 5-8PM, drop in anytime Formal presentation at 7 PM The County of Frontenac and the Township of Central Frontenac are working together to develop a community improvement plan for the village of Sharbot Lake. Community improvement plans are a planning tool used across Ontario to revitalize towns and villages using incentives to stimulate private sector development and municipal initiatives that help improve a community. Come learn more about what a community improvement plan is and the positive impact it can have for the residents and businesses in Sharbot Lake.
For more information please contact Peter Young, County of Frontenac, at 613-548-9400 ext. 359 or pyoung@frontenaccounty.ca
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Verona - from pg 5 a.m. After the parade, enjoy free hot dogs, hot chocolate and a visit with old Saint Nick at the Social & Athletic Club. Sat. Dec. 3. · Sisters By Heart invite us to a Special Ladies Night Out on Tues. Dec. 6. The theme is Gingerbread Friends with guest singer Lori Domen. Sisters by Heart will also be helping the Christmas for Kids project. Please bring socks and/or underwear for the children in our community. Do not gift-wrap. Tickets are $5 at the door. 7 to 9 pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. Info: 613-374-1232. · Come and join the fun - Turkey Bingo at Prince Charles Public School Gymnasium. Wednesday, December 7. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the games start at 7 p.m. There will be raffles, prizes, a canteen and, of course, turkeys. For more information call Nicky Gowdy at 613-374-3610. · The Diners Club Program for adults, ages 55 plus, takes place on Wednesday, December 7, noon at the Verona Lions Club. Reservations are required. Call 613-3766477. Rural Visions. · The Frontenac Flyers PeeWee Rep Team play a home game Saturday, December 3 at 2:30 p.m. when they take on the Loyalist Jets. Frontenac Community Arena in Piccadilly. Come out and support your local hockey team! · Ladies, attend the Self Care Program for Women Practising Wellness. Discover the benefits of meditation, good nutrition, sufficient sleep and regular exercise. Tuesday, December 6, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Verona Medical Centre. The session is free. Register by calling 613-374-2077.
North Frontenac Little Theatre Spring 2012 production will be
A Musical Production Dates are: May 11, 12, 13, 18 and 19th 2012 at Sharbot Lake High School Auditions Dates are: Mon. Dec. 12 or the 13th, 7 to 8:30 P.M. at Sharbot Lake High School cafeteria. Music Director: Christina Wotherspoon 613 279 1336 Stage Director: John Pariselli 613 279 2662 Producer: Barb Rodgers 613 374 3521 For more information check out our webpage at www.nflt.ca or contact either of the directors Annie has a large cast with roles for children, teens, adults and chorus. For auditions, be prepared to sing a short song of your choosing and to read from a section of the script. Rehearsals are every Tuesday 6:30 - 8:30 P.M. and Thursday 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. starting January 6, 2012. We also encourage people to take part in the essential back stage work that makes a show happen. If you’re interested give Barb Rodgers a call.
Join us Christmas Day for a fun packed, music filled day with a delicious Christmas feast with all the trimmings. Share our Verona Christmas Spirit! This is a free event and is open to Verona and area residents. Reserve your spot. Free tickets at Verona Hardware or Topper’s Convenience. For more details call Joyce at 613-374-3406.
PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal 613-375-6525 mrsteal2u@hotmail.com · Birthday wishes to Glenn Fox, Joel Gray, Sharon Quinn, Lisa Hamilton, Josh Neadow, Steven Steele, Lisa McLellan, Evan Pyle, Derrick Hole, Jen MacPherson, Jodi Allen, Joe Sproule Dawson McLellan, Michael Morrow, Charlie Clow, Bill Lowery, Ralph Lowery and Jim Steele. · Thinking of you and sending prayers to Vi Cooke, Reg Steele, Evelyn Bertrim and Carole Penberthy (the new owner of the former Leonard Goodberry's home) · Happy Anniversary to Wayne and Linda Lowery. · Sympathy to the family of the late Dorothy Barnett. · Donna Brown has returned home safely from a vacation with her sister and friend to Myrtle Beach...although the trip had a rough start as they hit a deer in Pennsylvania, glad the rest of the trip was enjoyable!! · The Parham United Church Sunday School conducted their White Gift Service this past Sunday they added much joy and energy to the congregation. Sarah Magie, our student minister, assisted on the piano. Items for the food bank were collected along with mittens for the mitten tree. · Many in the area enjoyed the dinner & dance to honour volunteers in our community. · Congratulations to Sandra Clow on receiving her 25-year pin for her continued service to those in the area at the Township office. · Congratulations to Jason Johnson of
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Sharbot Lake and his crew upon receiving the Canadian Coast Guard Distinction Award for helping to rescue a stranded boater on Lake Huron earlier this year. · Don't forget three Santa Claus parades this weekend - Saturday in Sharbot Lake and Harrowsmith, then Sunday in Parham/ Tichborne. Sunday is also the kids’ Christmas Shopping at the IOOF Hall in Parham from 9 am to 12 noon. · The family of Lucas Howes have been enjoying his company while he’s on leave from the air force. · News from HPS: Good luck to the volleyball team in their tournament this Friday in Napanee. Dec. 15 is the Turkey/Ham Bingo at the school starting at 6:30 pm. There will be pies for sale for $10 and a raffle table as well; proceeds to the Grade 8 Graduation Trip The Cookbook will soon be ready for sale at a cost of $10 with tried and true family recipes from the Grade 8s and their families...if you are interested in buying one contact any Grade 8 student or give me a call. · December 16th is the Turkey Bingo at the IOOF Hall in Parham. · The grandchildren and I were listening to Fred Penner's song "From the Heart". Remember this when giving this Christmas: "Give the gift of laughter, Give the gift of smiles, Give the gift of kind words to last a million miles. Or use your hands to make it, That's the perfect place to start, A gift is one of a kind, when you give it from the Heart."
Ompah Plevna United Church he Presbytery folks came once again to the two United Churches and we reached T a decision that with God's help we will remain open into the future. We will be offering some varied forms of worship for Christmas and into 2012 and are excited to serve God in this way. This Sunday, Dec. 4, morning worship at both Ompah and Plevna United Churches will be cancelled and then in the afternoon at 2 at the Plevna site, a country musical gospel worship will happen with musicians Ralph and Carol (James) McInnes and Rev. Jean Brown leading. Everyone is welcome - and it will be a real fun time to welcome this couple from Verona back home to help lead in a musical worship. It will be an opportunity to spiritually prepare for the busy Christmas season. Dress is casual and comfortable, as is the worship. Watch the paper for future guest musicians - including Bill and Murray White - on Sun. Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Plevna church! - by Jean Brown
OPP reportS Fatal Collision on Hwy 511 Police are continuing their investigation into a fatal collision on Highway 511 on November 27. Christopher Curran, 47, died at the scene. He was the sole occupant of a pick-up truck traveling south on Hwy 511 when his vehicle was struck by a westbound Mazda. Ronald Cooper, the 35-year-old driver and sole occupant of the Mazda, died later in hospital. Both men were residents of Lanark County.
New gift store at Sharbot Lake Country Inn By J. Druker
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ust in time for the holiday gift buying season, members of the White family, owners of the Sharbot Lake Country Inn, recently transformed the former 1200 square foot restaurant space into a fully stocked gift store. Located on the main floor of the hotel and the brainchild of Sandra White and her sister Beverly Ward, the quaint store, called The Doctor’s House Gift Shop, is lined with old antique display tables and has been festively decked out for the holiday season. Over half of the gifts for sale are works by local artisans. “One of our goals in opening the new store was to support local artisans by providing a venue for them to sell their work,” Sandra White said. Well represented here are many local artists working in a variety of mediums. Some of the unique items for sale include prints by Martina Field; wood turned items by Ken Waller; jewelry by Laurel Minutillo and Lucie Gilchrist; and functional pottery by Johanna Jansen. Kathy Martin of Dragonfly Herbs is offering her line of all-natural herbal body products and Rodger MacMunn has a line of new signs based on vintage signs found in the local area from days gone by. There are original paintings by White family member Jen White (who is also assisting in managing the store) and original oil landscape paintings by Scott White. In the fibre department are knit wearables by Juanita Belanger and skeins of alpaca wool from Hanne Quigley. For those looking for more general gift items, Beverly is offering up other items including children’s toys, candles, Christmas-themed ornaments and gifts and more. The store hours are Friday and Saturday from 11am-5pm, Sundays from 9:30am5pm but Jen tells me that she would open up the space if diners are interested in making a purchase during regular restaurant hours. In addition, the newly renovated pub called The Crossing, named after the small Newfoundland town where both Sandra and her husband Frank were born, is keeping the family pretty busy. Frank and Sandra do all of cooking on site with fresh ingredients. The décor is warm and homey, meant to remind diners of old railway towns, with the barn board pillars, exposed stone foundation and warm fireplaces. The restaurant is also quickly becoming one of the hottest spots for live music - up and coming on Dec. 10 is the Rick Fines Trio. Call 613-279-2198.
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Double fun at Kaladar Parade by Julie Druker here’s nothing in my opinion that beats a marching band at a parade and that’s how the Kaladar parade opened on Nov. 26.The RCSCC Quinte Cadets Marching Band of Belleville led the spectator-lined streets of Highway 7 at Kaladar with their festive and boisterous version of Frosty the Snowman. Numerous colorful floats, horse riders and a wide variety of festively clad vehicles followed behind, while float goers and
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New lawyer in Sharbot Lake D awn Quelch, an associate of Eccelstone and Eccelstone LLP law firm of Kingston, had a full day seeing clients in Sharbot Lake on Nov.25, proving that there is indeed a need for increased law services in rural areas. The Kingston firm was approached by Anne-Marie Langan, of Langan Family Law in Sharbot Lake, after Langan identified a need for additional law services for her clients and other potentials clients, especially, but not exclusively, in the area of criminal representation. Langan, who had studied law with the firm’s junior partner Chris Eccelstone, met him by chance at the Family Court in Kingston and the two began discussing some of the issues surrounding access to justice issues, and the affordability of counsel. She expressed a need for additional services in this area and is now helping to fill that need by offering her offices to the firm as a location to serve clients in the area. Eccelstone associate Dawn Quelch is offering clients a free half-hour consultation every Friday in areas of criminal law, real estate, wills, powers of attorney and other areas. This past Friday she discussed various issues including criminal law, estates, solicitor drafting work and more with a number of potential clients. Quelch grew up in Atikokan, a small town in western Ontario, near Thunder Bay. She received an undergraduate degree at York University and worked in publishing
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at General and Stoddart in Toronto before studying Law at Queen’s University, where she graduated in 2006. While at Queen’s she was a member of the Clinical Correctional Law Program and represented incarcerated inmates at various prisons, helping them with both street charges and disciplinary court. She articled with the Crown Attorney in Kenora, Ontario and worked at a number of fly-in reserves in the area, dealing primarily with Aboriginal issues. Married and with a young daughter, she now resides in Kingston and is thrilled to be back in eastern Ontario, where she finds it’s “a nice balance between urban and rural living.” Her goal is to provide counsel to those in need and she is encouraged by the number of clients she saw on her first day. “I want clients to get a feel for me and to make sure that I am somebody that they have faith and confidence in. It’s also a chance for me to find out the reasons they are coming to see me and to give them a preliminary outline of what they might be facing and what happens next. It’s a chance to talk about the business of hiring a lawyer, whether they will be seeking legal aid or establishing a private retainer. We really try to work with the clients as much as we can to make sure that when they are in need of representation, they are able to get it. There aren’t enough lawyers accessible to the public in rural Ontario - the Law Society has
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identified this as a problem.” Quelch’s advice for those who have been charged with a criminal offence and who think they might be eligible for legal aid, is to make an appointment, but also to get their application in for legal aid as soon as possible. They can do without having decided who is to be their legal representative. Other advice for those coming for a consultation is to: Bring photo ID to confirm identity, which is a requirement of the Law Society. 2) Bring any court papers or other documenta-
tion pertaining to the matter, and 3) bring the date of their first court appearance For wills, she advises clients to pick up a wills information package at the Sharbot lake office and to fill it out prior to the consultation. Quelch says this can save a lot of time. To make an appointment call Eccelstone and Eccelstone at 613-384-0735 and be sure to specify whether you would like your consultation to take place at the Kingston or Sharbot Lake branch at 1012B Elizabeth Street.
Hinchinbrooke PS news
in Animals as well as Habitats and Communities. Students were able to learn first hand about growth stages of fish and luckily enough, were able to witness eggs hatching. - submitted by Catherine Reynolds
n November 28, Hinchinbrooke's Grade 1-4 students visited the MNR Fish Culture Station at White Lake as part of their continuing studies on Growth and Changes
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SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER The Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac TAKE NOTICE that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on the 11th day of January, 2012, at the Municipal Office, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario K0H 2M0. The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day at 3:30 p.m. local time at the Municipal Office. Description of Lands Roll No. 10.42.040.010.67202 – PIN 36176-0105; All of the east half of Lot 31, Concession 1, Geographic Township of Barrie, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac. Minimum Tender: $18,368.68 Roll No. 10.42.060.020.00204 – PIN 36186-0005; Part Lots 2 and 3, Concession 1, Geographic Township of Clarendon, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac, Part 2, Plan 13R9672. Minimum Tender: $6,353.43 Roll No. 10.42.090.010.04300 – PIN 36213-0058; Lot 5, Concession 4, Geographic Township of Palmerston, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac. Minimum Tender: $7,114.10 Roll No. 10.42.090.010.17101 – PIN 36209-0190; Part Lot 10, Concession 11, Geographic Township of Palmerston, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac, Part 1, Plan 13R1278. Minimum Tender: $5,083.60 Roll No. 10.42.100.030.03900 – PIN 36206-0050; Part Lot 21, Concession 2, Geographic Township of Palmerston, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac, described in FR697688. Minimum Tender: $7,612.52 Roll No. 10.42.100.030.18225 – PIN 36205-0202; Part Lot 28, Concession 4, Parts 6, 8, 14 and 20, Plan 13R14271, Geographic Township of Palmerston, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac. Subject to an easement in favour of the Hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario over Part 14, Plan 13R14271. Minimum Tender: $12,938.96
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Pine Meadow news by Mallory Wionzek
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n November 22, Nancy McLeod made a 6-hour hike to Pine Meadow Nursing Home. She came adorned with boxes and bins of clothing from the time era of the 1500s. She dressed up nine staff members and residents and had us parade around the dining room for the residents. Nancy told a
story about each outfit and was full of information from that time. Did you know people back then bathed only once a year? Or that the most popular month to get married was June, because that one bath was in May? The residents cracked up and loved seeing everyone dressed up! It was a great way to spend an afternoon and we hope to have Nancy back again!
Roll No. 10.42.060.010.01401 – PIN 36191-0039; Part Lot 41, Concession 1, Geographic Township of Clarendon, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac, being Part 1, Plan 13R7357. Minimum Tender: $4,617.09 Roll No. 10.42.060.020.04700 – PIN 36188-0114; Part Lot 26, Southwest Range, Geographic Township of Clarendon, Township of North Frontenac, County of Frontenac, Part 1, Plan 13R2071. Minimum Tender: $16,239.05
Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit in the form of a money order or of a bank draft or cheque certified by a bank or trust corporation payable to the municipality and representing at least 20 per cent of the tender amount. The municipality makes no representation regarding the title to or any other matters relating to the land to be sold. Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers. The lands do not include the mobile homes situate on the lands , if applicable. This sale is governed by the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes, the relevant land transfer tax and Harmonized Sales Tax, if applicable. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender, contact: Angela Millar,Treasurer Township of North Frontenac P.O. Box 97,6648 Road 506 Plevna, Ontario K0H 2M0 613.479.2231
Horrific fatal crash on Highway 7 P
olice have charged the driver of a tractor trailer, Jaspal Singh Athwal, 26, from Brampton, Ontario with dangerous driving causing death following a fatal collision on November 23 at approximately 4:40 am. The tractor trailer driven by Athwal was traveling westbound behind a passenger bus on Hwy 7 approx. 1.5km east of Kaladar. The tractor trailer pulled out to pass the bus and struck an eastbound tractor trailer driven
by 30-year-old Jonathan Charbonneau of Horton Township, near Renfrew. Jonathan Charbonneau died at the scene. The bus was struck by one of the tractor trailers. Several passengers and the bus driver suffered minor injuries. Athwal appeared briefly in Napanee Court for a bail hearing on Nov. 24. However, he will be back in court on November 28 for the continuation of his bail hearing.
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What’s Up in the Night Sky - December 2011 T
he Sun is especially magnificent right now. It is close to its maximum sunspot level. This happens every 11 years and the maximum is predicted for 2012. We have a good number of sunspots right now and if this is before the maximum, the coming year should be quite a show! But be careful! If you wish to view the Sun you have to do it right. Don’t ever view the Sun with your naked eye or with any unfiltered binoculars or telescope. Serious eye damage can be a result of even a short look. There are several safe ways of looking at sunspots. You can project an image of the Sun through binoculars or a telescope onto a white screen. On the screen you will see a circle of light. This is the disk of the Sun. You will need to adjust the screen distance to bring the image into focus. It’s worth the patience to get it right. Another way of viewing sunspots is to use a pin-hole camera, which can be made out of two thin, stiff pieces of white cardboard. Punch a small clean pinhole in one piece of cardboard and let the sunlight pass through the hole onto the second piece of cardboard under it. It serves as a screen. An inverted image of the Sun is formed. To make the image larger, move the screen further from the pinhole, to make the image brighter, move the screen closer to the pinhole. Do not make the pinhole too wide or you will have a blurred shaft of sunlight rather than an image of the Sun. Another method is to use welder’s goggles with a rating of 14 or higher but be careful. Don’t use the welder’s filters with binoculars or a telescope. The light will be too magnified by the binoculars or telescope and heat will shatter the filter. If
you want to look at the sunspots through a telescope or binoculars you really have to use specially designed filters. These are available at stores that specialize in telescope equipment. Focus Scientific on Carling Avenue in Ottawa is one nearby supplier. A computer search will provide many more. Jupiter is still magnificent in the sky and always worth a look. Follow its moons from night to night as they orbit the planet. Binoculars are perfect. Saturn rises after midnight in December. I can hardly wait to see the tilt of its rings increase as the month passes. It’s about halfway up the sky in the southeast as twilight approaches. I will be following its progress as we move through December and January arrives. We have 2 meteor showers this month. On the 13th and 14th go out and watch for the Geminid shower. Unfortunately there will be a big moon in the sky, which will interfere with viewing the dimmer meteors. It is predicted to peak on the 14th. Go out with a pencil and paper and sketch a rough picture of the sky. The constellation Gemini, the direction from which the meteors will appear, will be high in the east around 9 pm. Every time you see a meteor, mark a line on your map. You will note that the meteors can be seen all across the sky but their paths all lead back to Gemini. On the 22nd, there is a minor shower called the Ursids. The meteors won’t be as plentiful as the Geminids but still worth a look! December 21st -22nd is Winter solstice and marks the longest night of the year. Winter starts at 12:30 am EST. The full Moon this month is on the10th and is appropriately called the Long Night’s Moon. New Moon is on the 24th, Christmas
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he holiday season is about caring, sharing, joy and the spirit of giving. It is at this time of the year when we think of those in need in our community and around the area. A clothing drive is being offered for the families of our fallen soldiers in and around the Petawawa area. Anyone interested in helping with items of clothing may drop them off at Pine Meadow Nursing Home, attention to Garry Rosenblath (in photo), Vice President of the Residents Council, who is organizing the drive. Please drop off all donations before Dec. 19. Any and all clothing items are welcome! by Barbara Ellsworth
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SOCIAL NOTES OBITUARY
CARD OF THANKS
IN MEMORIAM
Joseph J. Galinas
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Part Owner / Operator King’s Vacation & Fishing Camp Crow Lake Joe passed away suddenly at Crozer Chester Medical Center with his family by his side, on Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at the age of 53. He is the son of Raphael “Rae” Galinas and the late Joseph L. Galinas. He is survived by his wife, Anne Marie Rynkiewicz, brother Dave (Joyce), and sister Mary Perkins, and is fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, friends and cottagers. Joe was an avid hunter & fisherman and a long time visitor to Crow & Sharbot Lakes. His funeral mass will be on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Katherine Drexel Church, Chester, Pa. Arrangements are in the care of “CARR FUNERAL HOME” if you would like to leave a message for the family of Joseph J. Galinas. (http://carrfuneralhome.net)
OLIVER, SANDY MATHEW passed away suddenly at home in Harlowe on Sunday, November 27, 2011 in his 46th year. Loving husband of Roxanne (née Wood). Cherished step-father of Chris Hawley (Tracy) of Cloyne, Suzanne Hawley of Cloyne and Steven Hawley of Harlowe. Proud grandfather of Emma Hawley. He will be sadly missed by his sisters Carol of Pembroke, Sally (Brian) Pitts of Thomasburg and his brother Harold (Lisa) Oliver of Napanee. Pre-deceased by his parents Walter & Beatrice Oliver. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews and many friends. The family received friends at the MASCHKE FUNERAL HOME, 11928 Hwy# 41, Northbrook, Ont. K0H 2G0 (613-336-6873) on Wednesday from 2-4 & 7-9pm. The Funeral Service will be in the Chapel on Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Dempsey Cemetery in Cloyne. Friends desiring may contribute toward the funeral expenses for Sandy and is appreciated by his family.
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Bleeks, Barbara Joan (Brown)
Barbara passed away at Great War Memorial Hospital, Perth on November 26th, 2011. Barb is greatly missed by her best friend and husband, Barry Bleeks, after 48 years of marriage. She is survived by her daughter, Cindy (Ryan Johnson) of Toronto, and son, Craig (Dr. Marianne Stanford-Bleeks) of Halifax, Nova Scotia. Beloved grandmother of Piper & Grayer Johnson, and McKinley Bleeks. She is also survived by brothers Robert (Lynda) of Peterborough, Donald (Lynn) of Maberly, and David (partner Gale) of Bowmanville. Predeceased by her parents W.H. (Mick) Brown and Winnifred Gibson Brown of Bowmanville. An energetic person who was active and enthusiastic in all she attempted – cheerleader, majorette, ball player, skier, fisherwoman, and hunter. Barb taught in Bowmanville, Ottawa, Kapuskasing, and the Belleville area. She was well-loved by all of her students and fellow teachers. In her final years, she was active in scrapbooking, quilting, and physical activities in her Ardoch community. She touched many people's lives and will be missed by all. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations to the Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements: McConnell Funeral Home, Tweed (www.mcconnellfuneralhome.ca)
Barnett, Dorothy Ruth (née Campbell) Peacefully passed away on November 23, 2011 at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal, Canada with her family by her side. Dorothy was born on September 25, 1937 in Toronto, the daughter of the late Mary, and Andrew Campbell, sister to Andrew (Carol). She is survived by her husband of 53 years and best friend (Clifford) Jim. She will be greatly missed by her three children Reid (Judy), Daryl (Natalie), and Leanne (Raymond). Granny is adored by her nine wonderful grandchildren, Campbell, Quinn, Kelly, Katrina, Corinne, Trevor, Kayla, Brayden, and Kyle. She loved them more anything and was extremely proud of them all. She loved to bowl, square dance, play volleyball, and spent her summers with her family and friends at the family cottage in Elbow Lake (Parham, Ontario). Retired with her husband, she spent her summers at the cottage and the winters in North Fort Myers Florida where she was very active in the Forest Park community. Dorothy had an incredible will to live and survived a liver transplant in 1997. We will all miss her incredible energy, her unbridled sense of fun, and her zest for life and all it has to offer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Fund, St James Anglican Church, Parham K0H 2K0.
In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who passed away December 2, 2010. Although we smile and make no fuss No one misses her more than us And when old times we often recall It’s then we miss her most of all. We miss you, Mom, and will always love you. From Ron & Sheila, Barry & Joanne, Boyd & Arlene, and all of our families
Pat Hawley Passed away December 2, 2010 It’s lonely here without you We miss you more each day, For life is not the same to us, Since you were called away. Your resting place we visit, Place flowers there with care, But no one knows the heartache When we turn and leave you there. Forever loved and missed by daughter Cheryl (Wayne) Delore
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In Loving Memory of Neil Perry, who finished his journey here on earth Dec.1st, 2010 God called your name so softly That only you could hear And no one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near, It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you The day God called you home. Deeply missed and forever loved by Flora, Danny, Yvonne and Alvin, Gayle and Jack and families.
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In loving memory of my dear wife, Joan who passed away November 1, 2003.
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My life goes on without you And nothing is the same I have to hold the heartache When someone speaks your name. Sad is my heart that loves you Silent the tears that fall Living my life without you Is the hardest part of all. You were always there for me Your heart so kind and true, And when I ever needed something I always counted on you. Our special years will not return When you and I were together But with the love within my heart I’ll walk with you forever.
Maschke Funeral Home
Always loved, Jack xoxo
Northbrook
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A Promise for You “..you are to give him the name Jesus,because he will save his people from their sins” Matt 1:21
CARD OF THANKS
Thank You - Amey
Sincere thank you to Cheryl Downey, Constable Ducharme, Frontenac Paramedic Services and everyone who stopped to help at the accident on Wednesday Nov. 23 on Sydenham Road. Kim Amey
Thank You – Conboy
As Christmas approaches, we think of the many people who have helped us through our challenging year. The blessings arrived to us when we needed them most, and we thank all those people who were God’s hands and heart here on earth. The cards, food, phone calls, prayers and kindness all helped us as Mel moved through his cancer treatment, surgery, and now his followup chemotherapy. We have been deeply touched by the compassion of many. Best wishes to you for a healthy, happy holiday season. Merry Christmas. Mel and Joyce Conboy.
LOLCS Youth Transportation service faces closure F
By Jeff Green or almost two years now, Land O’ Lakes Community Services (LOLCS) has operated a Child and Youth Transportation Program. A Trillium Foundation grant, as well as the combined effort of various agencies in Lennox and Addington, made the program possible. “Now that the Trillium grant is about to run out, the Child & Youth Transportation Program is in danger of becoming extinct. The grant from the Trillium Foundation will be finished as of January 2012 and there are currently no funding options to staff the coordinator position,” said Cheryl Hartwick, the chairperson of the Child and Youth Committee, which oversees the program. While the transportation program raises funds to pay for rides through various activities, it needs to find some core funding to keep an office, phone, and part-time co-ordinator in place. Becky Kavanaugh coordinates volunteers and drives for the children and youth in the area. Since January, there have been 73 drives at a total of 5,838 kilometres. The program currently has four volunteer drivers (and sometimes borrows from the seniors’ transportation program when necessary). “Although 73 drives may not seem like a lot to most people, to the kids (and their families) who have been able to participate in community events and to get to appointments, it is amazing. If we cannot find sustainable funding for the staffing position, the program will end and that would be devastating to the people who utilize it,” Hartwick said. LOLCS is currently seeking a way to maintain the program and any ideas would be welcome. “Please contact Becky at 613336-8934 if you can help in any way or have any thoughts on how to keep this valuable program operating,” Hartwick said.
Fine for illegally shooting moose: Jeffrey Clark, of Glenburnie,
has been fined $1,000 after pleading guilty to hunting moose during the closed season and hunting during the period from half an hour after sunset to half an hour before sunrise. On Sept. 25, 2009, the Ministry of Natural Resources was contacted by police about a dead bull moose that was shot and left in the middle of Cruise Road in the Township of North Frontenac. Investigation revealed that Clark observed a bull moose standing in the road while driving. As Clark went to go around the moose, it ran into his truck. Clark left the truck and shot the moose with a 12-gauge shotgun. Clark felt the moose had charged his truck and himself.
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DECEmber 1, 2011
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CHILD CARE COUNTRY KIDZ CHILD CARE CENTER, two full-time spaces now available. Drop-in program also available. Please call Stephanie at 613-279-2735
COMING EVENTS JOHN LANDRY’S COMING To Mapleton House – Hardwood Lake. Fundraiser for Denbigh Food Bank. Sat Dec 17th – Concert and Buffet Meal, Advance Ticket, Info: 613.401.0856; www.northernstarmanagement.ca NEW YEAR’S DANCE at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith Dec 31. Our D.J. will keep you dancing from 8pm till 1am with music that will please everyone. There will be lots of prizes, a hot buffet at midnight and a bus ride home will also be available. The cost is $30.00 a person and you can book your tickets by calling Terry at 386-8854 or 329-0257.
EMBROIDERY & ENGRAVING UPPER FRONTENAC GRAPHICS – Custom Embroidery, Imprinting, Trophies, Awards & Engraving. Caps, jackets, golf shirts, hoodies, teamwear & more. 613-539-6340; dwedden@ aol.com; ufg@hotmail.ca
FOR RENT 1 BEDROOM APT. Village of Crow Lake, fridge, stove, washer & dryer, heat & hydro included, $895. 613-484-9663 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE located on Hwy. 7 just east of the Junction of Hwy 38 and Hwy. 7. For further information, contact Ram at 613-279-2827 SMALL CABIN-SIZE HOUSE in Denbigh Village, 1st & last, references required, $300 plus utilities. Please call 613-374-3336 THREE BEDROOM HOUSE, redecorated, Flinton corner, Northbrook area, $825 plus heat & hydro; first & last, 613-336-2661 THREE BEDROOM HOUSE located in town of Cloyne, available February 1, 2012. Call 613336-2239
FOR SALE CANOPY BED, twin, wood. 26” TV. Antique chest. Antique cream container. If interested please call 613-279-2164, please leave message. COUNTY HOME CANDLES, Buy 2 get 1 FREE. One day only, Saturday December 3. Only at Nicole’s Gifts, 6709 Main St., Verona. Phone 613-374-2323. FREE METAL LED ULTRA BRIGHT WHITE FLASHLIGHT when you spend $25 before tax. Saturday December 3 only. Verona Hardware, 6723 Road 38. 613-374-2851 FRONTENAC MODULAR HOMES. Custom built. New 1280 sq.ft. 28’x52’ home, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, delivered and on your basement or foundation, oak cabinets available. $79,900 USD plus taxes. Financing available OAC. 1-866-775-8268 www.frontenacmodularhomes.com
Wanted Part Time Meat Cutter Experienced. Must be able to work weekends (Saturdays) as required and fill in as needed. Send resumé to Sharbot Lake Freshmart.
FOR SALE SPORTSMEN’S SPECIAL: 18hp 2 stroke Nissan outboard motor, complete with tank/gas line, fully tuned, $1000 O.B.O. Hunter’s crossbow, complete package, Horton HD150 with Horton red dot, det. quiver, camo carry case, 5 bolts and numerous tips, rail lube and string wax. One-person pop up blind, $1000 O.B.O. 613-375-6354 WOOD HEAT SOLUTIONS. Instant rebates up to $1,200 on Outdoor Wood & Corn Furnaces OR Trade-out discounts up to $1,500 on the purchase of an E-Classic. YOUR CENTRAL BOILER DEALER. Frankford, ON 613.398.1611; Bancroft, ON 613.332.1613
FOUND BEAGLE, young male, found near Centreville, Amanda 613-331-3414 MALE ROTTWEILER-MIX, 8 months to a year old, found in Arden area. 613-335-4763
GARAGE/YARD SALES SPYGLASS COVE, 1016 Schoolhouse Rd. Clarendon, Hwy 509. Follow Garage Sale signs. Open Tues - Sat. 9am-5pm. Christmas village; glass punch set; CD player; large decorative fruit bowl; children’s videos; snow board; toy trucks; puzzles; hand crafted mystery novels, etc. New items every week.
HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED BUTCHER REQUIRED. Contact Sherry at Plevna Freshmart, 613-4792603
HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Firearms course: January 13 & 14. Hunter Ed: January 20 & 21. Harrowsmith. Wild Turkey license examinations. Call Bill at 613-335-2786 HUNTER SAFETY AND CANADIAN FIREARMS COURSES. Wild Turkey Examinations. Call for course dates and details. 613-3369875; cell 705-632-6004
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CF Council weighs in on property standards and strategic plan
By Julie Druker
Special Council meeting - Nov. 29
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hief Building Inspector Jeremy Neven made a presentation to council regarding the property standards by-law currently in place in the township. While Hinchinbrooke and Oso Township had by-laws in place prior to amalgamation, they were not adopted by Central Frontenac after amalgamation. Currently the Township only has basic safety standard by-laws that pertain to property issues such as garbage, fire and physical hazards. The bylaws do not concern themselves with more aesthetic issues such as derelict roofing, siding, general maintenance and cleanliness and pests. Following Neven’s presentation, Robert Pollard, a former OPP officer who lives in Central Frontenac and works as a prosecutor on behalf of the Municipality of Bancroft enforcing property standard by-laws there, recommended that council adopt a property standards by-law similar to that of Bancroft and other municipalities like Faraday, Wollaston and Carlow-Mayo. "Driving through this township you can’t help but notice all of the derelict buildings surrounded by garbage, car parts and other refuse around so many buildings in this municipality. Driving from the south to the north, at almost every intersection there is a derelict building or an abandoned trailer and garbage to the nth degree. For a municipality that is trying to encourage people to settle and locate businesses here, these impressions are lasting. And for that very reason I think you need to adopt a property standards by-law,” Pollard told council. Pollard came armed with a number of photos of “derelict” buildings in the township, but council did not want to see the photos.
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Following the presentation, councilors weighed in on the matter. Councilor Tom Dewey strongly supported adopting a property standards by-law, while Councilor Norman Guntensperger said he agreed that safety was an issue but otherwise was opposed to measures of conformity. “I think we need to tread very carefully down the road towards imposing conformity upon people in this municipality, for a number of reasons. People choose to live in the country expecting a certain amount of freedom, and secondly, a number of people who can’t afford what it might cost to replace a roof, for an example, don’t need another added stressor of being forced to do something that they cannot afford to do. For those reasons I will have nothing to do with it," After much debate council passed a motion directing staff to draft a property standards by-law and to host two public consultations on the subject. Strategic Plan: CAO Shawn Trépanier presented his outline for a strategic plan for the township, which he said would take place in five stages, with the final stage to be completed by October 2012. The plan would be flexible and be reviewed every few years in order to keep up to date with the goals of the municipality and would be based on information from all over the municipality. Following the presentation council unanimously passed a motion to begin the process of developing a strategic plan. No blank CF cheques to televison crew: After a heated debate, council defeated a motion to grant funds to The Dimestore Fisherman television program. The show’s producers requested a fee of $11,900 plus the cost of board and lodging for the six days it would take the crew to film a fishing program in the area. They said it would be broadcast 18-20 times over six months in North America. Mayor Janet Gutowski supported the motion but a number of councilors spoke against it, leading Gutowski to propose amendments designed to make it less expensive for the township, with the Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation policy covering some of the costs. Councilor Guntensperger then challenged Mayor Gutowski because she was trying to propose an amendment while she was chairing the meeting, and the original motion was put to vote and was defeated.
TOM’S MUSIC STUDIO is now accepting students for drums, guitar, bass guitar, piano, beginner banjo and theory; repairs to all stringed instruments. Tom 613-539-4659
TOWNSHIP OF NORTH FRONTENAC
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CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER. Get fit for Christmas. Bootcamps and one-on-one Personal Training. www.tcfitness.ca 613-4848293 DRYWALL AND PLASTER REPAIRS. Professionally trained. Drywall installation, old fashioned quality, three coat hand finishing. Free estimates. Call Rick at 613-375-8201. PET SITTING in Mountain Grove. Going away? Let us help. Dogs, Cats, etc. Spacious, individual accommodations. Long walks. By appointment only. Laura Mills 613-335-3658. Evenings are best or leave a message. PHOTOCOPY, FAX & LAMINATION SERVICES, The Frontenac News, rear building, 1095 Garrett St., Sharbot Lake. REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST in North Frontenac – clinic in Harlowe, also available for house calls. We have gift certificates available for the Holiday Season. Please call Timothy Christ at 613.661.4459. SYLVIA’S FOOT CARE. Providing Nursing foot care in the privacy of your own home. Registered with Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs to provide foot care to veterans who qualify. For further information call Sylvia at 613-335-2940.
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The Township will not be held responsible for damage to mailboxes, newspaper boxes or parked vehicles when the said boxes or parked vehicles interfere with the snow plowing of Township roads. In addition, any motor vehicle or object parked on any highway in the Township shall be subject to removal and impounding at the expense of the registered owner of the vehicle.
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Thursday December 1 SHARBOT LAKE – COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DINNER PLANNING meeting, 10:30am, 1241 Wagner Rd. info: Jule, 613-279-2687 SHARBOT LAKE - HAM & TURKEY BINGO, Oso hall, doors open 6pm, sponsor: Northern Frontenac Community Services, proceeds to children & youth programs.
Friday December 2 HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE, Golden Links Hall, 7-10pm for ages 9-15 call Sharon 372-1274 HARTINGTON - CHRISTMAS HOMECOMING CELEBRATION, community church, 7pm w/ Old Hims & Crooked Wood, freewill offering, refreshments, 613-374-2178 SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7 pm, Turkey SHARBOT LAKE – EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, fundraiser for CF Railway Society, high school, 7-9:30pm, $10; children & seniors $5; presented by Center Stage Café SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB Meeting, 7:30pm, 1106 Gemmills Rd. SYDENHAM - SYD’S CAFÉ, high school, musical talent, tickets at door, 6:30pm, proceeds to music program. VERONA - CHRISTMAS CHORAL CONCERT, “Spirit of Advent” by Community Choir, Trinity United Church, 7:30pm, free event WESTPORT – MOBILE CLINIC by Community & Primary Health Care, Town Hall, 9:30am-2pm, for everyone in the community: blood work, flu shots, blood pressure checks, pre-natal care & more. Info: 613-803-1710
Saturday, December 3 ARDEN - HOLIDAY LUNCHEON & CHRISTMAS DECORATION SALE, United Church, noon-2pm; lunch $6. CLOYNE - CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE & KID’S CHRISTMAS GIFT BUYING (Children buy gifts for parents/adults) Cloyne Hall, 9-1 LOLE United Church Women DENBIGH - CHRISTMAS PARADE; departs 6pm Berndt’s Garage, prizes, free hot dogs; visit with Santa at community hall after parade, loot bags, refreshments. DENBIGH-GRIFFITH LIONS CLUB - Christmas Craft Sale 10-2, Lions Hall, Griffith, baked goods, door prizes, home cooked lunch. HARLOWE UNITED CHURCH service of commemoration and closure of the building, 2pm. The community is invited. HARLOWE - CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE, roast beef & pork dinner 6pm; dance w/ Country 4 Band 8pm, dinner only $10; dinner & dance $12.50; community center, advance tickets needed: Marie 613-336-2557 HARROWSMITH - PANCAKE BREAKFAST, Free, St. Paul’s United Church 8:30-10am, all welcome HARROWSMITH – SANTA CLAUS PARADE, departs 10AM Centennial Park, hot dogs, hot chocolate & visits w/ Santa follow at S & A Club. MABERLY – TAY VALLEY COMMUNITY CHOIR, “Country Christmas Concert” Maberly Hall, 7:30pm, admission by donation, food bank donations welcome. Refreshments MCDONALDS CORNERS – Christmas Wreath workshop, MERA Schoolhouse, $35 members; $50 for non-members; may be materials fee; register 613-278-0388; MCDONALDS CORNERS - JON BROOKS CONCERT, MERA Schoolhouse, 8pm, $15 ticketsplease.ca, 613-278-2556 PERTH - “NICK OF TIME” artisan show, 10am–4pm, McMartin House, free admission, info (613)278-2712. proceeds from the sale of baked goods go to Special Olympics PLEVNA - COOKIE WALK, 10am-noon, ClarMill Hall; $5/ box. Tea, coffee, samples available for $2; sponsor: area churches
SHARBOT LAKE - CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE, Child Centre, 10:30-12:30; crafts, Santa; registration required; 613-279-2244 SHARBOT LAKE – SANTA CLAUS PARADE, departs 1PM township office; free hot dogs, hot chocolate, & visits with Santa at Oso Hall after, sponsored by Sharbot Lake & District Lions Club; info: Ian 613-279-2329 SYDENHAM - ‘MESSY CHURCH’, St. Paul’s Anglican Church, for parents, caregivers & children under five, 10-11am, story, music, crafts, play, all welcome, info: 613-376-3003.
Sunday December 4 BEDFORD HALL OPEN MIC SESSION, 1-5pm, country, bluegrass, folk, performers free, audience $1; info: 613-374-2614 HARROWSMITH – GOSPEL ONLY JAM, Free Methodist Church, 1:30-4pm, Open Mic, fundraiser for church; info: 613-376-9815 MCDONALDS CORNERS - Cake Decorating workshop $35 members; $50 non-members; may be materials fee; register Kristine 613278-0388; meraschoolhouse@bell.net PARHAM - CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS SHOPPING (up to 12yrs), IOOF hall, 9amnoon; all items new $1ea. presents for mom & dad only. PARHAM/TICHBORNE – SANTA CLAUS PARADE, sponsored by District #4 fiirefighters, leaves Tichborne 1pm; chili & coffee $1; free hot dogs & hot chocolate for kids; all welcome to enter parade; 613-375-6318 PLEVNA UNITED CHURCH, country musical Christmas gospel worship with Rev. Jean Brown, Ralph & Carol McInnes, 2pm. RAILTON - NATIVITY DISPLAYS, St. Patrick Catholic Church, all welcome to bring their own Nativity scenes to share, 11am-3pm SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB: Driver Training Clinic - Motorized Snow Vehicle Licence for age 12 & up, 9am-3pm, Clubhouse, 613-259-2698. WESTPORT - CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT CANTATA, 7:30pm, Knox Presbyterian Church w/ Westport Ecumenical & Rideau Vista Primary Choirs; freewill offering for local charity. WILTON - CHRISTMAS POTLUCK & COOKBOOK LAUNCH, community hall, 5pm. Sponsor: Women’s Institute; (613) 386-3673
Monday December 5 DENBIGH DINERS CHRISTMAS DINNER community hall, noon, turkey w/ trimmings, entertainment; $10.
Tuesday, December 6 HARROWSMITH - TURKEY BINGO Golden Links Hall early bird 7:15 books $7-$15 NORTHBROOK - FOOT CARE CLINIC Lions Hall, call Land o’ Lakes Community Services 613-336-8934 or Heather 613-335-2895 VERONA – SISTERS BY HEART, “Gingerbread Friends” Free Methodist Church 7-9pm, $5; info: 374-232; all women welcome VERONA - WOMEN PRACTICING WELLNESS, free, 10-3, Medical Centre, benefits of meditation, nutrition, sleep, exercise, presented by: K3C Community Counselling Centres; 613-374-2077
Wednesday December 7 SHARBOT LAKE - SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS of Alzheimers or related dementia disease, Seniors’ Centre, 1-3pm. 279-3078. SYDENHAM - GRACE CENTRE 150th ANNIVERSARY, 5-8pm, reception 5-6 pm, Official Celebration 6pm, cake, Christmas songs; 1-800-763-9610 VERONA - TURKEY BINGO, Prince Charles Public School, 6:30pm; info: Nicky 374-3610. VERONA DINERS, noon, Lions Hall, for 55+, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477.
For all your Christmas entertaining supplies. Hwy 38 Verona (613) 374-2112 Friday December 9 ARDEN - ROAST BEEF DINNER & CHRISTMAS MUSIC, Circle Square Ranch, 6pm; $12; 5-12yrs $6; 4 & under free; 613-335-5403; arden@csranch.ca MABERLY - RETIRED TEACHERS & FRIENDS: Luncheon at Fall River Pub & Grill, 11:30am. To reserve phone 613-279-2098 by Dec. 8 at noon SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7 pm, Roast Beef SNOW ROAD - CHRISTMAS DINNER hosted by Mississippi Free Methodist Church, held at the Snowmobile Club, all welcome. TAMWORTH - JOY OF CHRISTMAS, Christ Church, 7pm, w/ the Frizzells, Thais Lawson & Barry Lovegrove; refreshments; Please bring non-perishable food item
Saturday December 10 ARDEN - DINNER & GOSPEL SING, community center; dinner 5pm; gospel sing 6pm with the Frizells, sponsor: Arden & Community Wesleyan Church CLOYNE - “TOONIE” OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS, Barrie Hall, 1pm; local talent, goodies, Santa arrives 3pm, sponsor: Cloyne & District Historical Society. ENTERPRISE – DANCE w/ Land o’Lakes Cruisers, 8pm-midnight, lunch, $25 couple, $12.50pp at door; 613-358-2720; 613-3792952; sponsor: Tamworth & District Lions HARLOWE CHRISTMAS CONCERT Harlowe Wesleyan Standard Church, 6:30pm all welcome LANARK SANTA CLAUS PARADE, 1pm in the village of Lanark; info: 613-267-2491 MCDONALDS CORNERS - PHYLLIS SINCLAIR CONCERT, MERA Schoolhouse, 8pm, $15 at door SHARBOT LAKE - CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY, Legion, free, 10am-2pm, 11 yrs & under. SHARBOT LAKE - DANCE w/ Jeff Cota band, at Legion, 8-12, tickets in advance $10 ea. D&D available. SYDENHAM - COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS DANCE, Legion, 8pm w/ Stage Fright, late nite buffet, $15 ea.
Sunday December 11 DENBIGH – MUSIC IN THE HALL, 1pm, sponsor: Rec. Committee ENTERPRISE - CHRISTMAS JAMBOREE, w/ Neville Wells, Open Stage & dancing, 1pm, community hall, potluck supper, $5, under 12 free. 613-379-9972, food items; sponsor: Newburgh-Camden Lions Club. FLINTON - LIVE COFFEE HOUSE, Through The Roof Ministries, 6:30pm, Christmas potluck 5pm, all welcome MCDONALDS CORNERS – JAMBOREE, Agricultural Hall, music begins 1pm, dinner @ 5pm, $14; info: 613-278-2427 PLEVNA UNITED CHURCH, country hoedown worship w/ Bill and Murray White, 2pm. SHARBOT LAKE - LUMINARY CAROL SING, 1pm, Oso hall; sponsored by Relay for Life Committee, enjoy carols & hot chocolate by Luminary, luminaries available by donation, proceeds to Relay for Life. SYDENHAM - EVENING OF MUSIC & SONG, Holiness Church, 7pm; freewill offering for SFCS, refreshments, all welcome. VENNACHAR - CHRISTMAS CONCERT, Free Methodist Church 11am, all welcome; 613-333-2318.
Monday December 12 FLINTON - CHRISTMAS BINGO - Township Rec Centre, Sponsor: Flinton Rec Club. HARROWSMITH S&A CLUB MEETING,
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Thursday December 8 HARROWSMITH DINERS, noon, Free Methodist Church, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477
Thurs – Sat December 8, 9, 10 FESTIVAL OF TREES – Theme “A Western Christmas” Oso Hall, Sharbot Lake. Beautiful decorated trees, gingerbread houses, music, entertainment, draws & more. To enter a tree call Barb, 279-1139; luncheon tickets $13; contact Ann Howitt 279-2706
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7:30pm, for all members & anyone interested in membership, 4041 Colebrooke Rd, family fee $10/ year, info: Pam 613-372-1578.
Tuesday December 13 ADULT DROP-IN CHRISTMAS DINNER, Northbrook Lions Hall, 12 noon; reservations required before Dec 7; turkey, entertainment, door prizes, $12pp. HARROWSMITH - TURKEY BINGO Golden Links Hall, early bird 7:15pm, books $7-$15; call Barb 372-2315 NORTHERN LIGHTS SENIORS CHRISTMAS PARTY, Lions Hall, Griffith, noon. Turkey Dinner, Prizes, Just for Fun Choir; non-members $20, always welcome; RSVP by Dec.5: 613-333-1932 SYDENHAM – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Rural VISIONS centre 1-4pm. Info: 613-376-6477 VERONA – FOOT CARE CLINIC, medical centre 9am-noon. Info: 613-376-6477
Wednesday December 14 RURAL WOMEN’S GROUP, 2-4pm, Southern Frontenac Community Services, 4419 George St.; free transportation avail: 613-376-6477; 1-800-763-9610, all women welcome
Thursday December 15 PARHAM - TURKEY/HAM BINGO, Hinchinbrooke Public School in support of Grade 8s, pie sale $10ea
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101 plus Nativities at Cole Lake FMC I
Jean Freeman, Debbie Nimigan (seated) and Kristine Caird.
by Julie Druker
n order to harken back to the true meaning of Christmas, members of the Cole Lake Free Methodist Church, located on Road 38 just north of Godfrey organized a special celebration of the nativity on November 25 & 26. The free show was the brain child of Jean Freeman and Christine Caird, two members of the church’s congregation, who wanted to provide an outreach for the church and decided to celebrate the nativity. They invited members of the church congregation and community at large to drop off their personal nativity scenes to the church, which were then displayed in the church hall. “Our goal was to remind people of the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas is really about the birth of Christ, and we wanted to focus on that”, Jean said on Friday evening. Christine agreed. ”The real meaning of Christmas can easily get lost in the midst of everything else gong on and we wanted to remind people of why we celebrate Christmas every year, especially the young kids, and to show them what the Christmas celebration is really about.” The expansive show which included, hundreds of individuals figures, made up more than 150 individual scenes. Each scene was unique, each presented in various colours, styles and sizes and made from various materials including, clay, wood, paper, crystal, glass, fibre, coconut shells and even clothes pins. On Friday evening Napanee artist Debbie Nimigan was on hand demonstrating how to create your own clay
MERA hosts Christmas sale and meets new Arts, where he specialized in Media Arts, administrator By Julie Druker and has a film degree from the New York oliday gift buyers crammed the MERA school house in University. McDonald’s Corners for their annual Christmas sale. H Poole said he first became aware of Shoppers had a choice of an eclectic array of hand-made gifts created by local area artists and artisans. Delectable treats and beverages were available from the MERA Café and MERA members were represented at one craft table where Linda Zeisner was selling various items with all of the proceeds being donated back to the MERA coffers. Downstairs in the pottery studio, children had a chance to try their luck at a number of different crafts courtesy of three long time MERA members. Potter Molly Forsythe demonstrated how to make pots; Maria Hofbauer, straw star ornaments while Rosie Kotze helped kids and adults alike to make their very own cute and cuddly felted elves. Mingling amongst the shoppers was the newest member of the MERA group, David Rosie’s elves Poole, the recently hired new arts administrator, who was thrilled to be a part of MERA’s holiday buzz. Poole, who was born and raised and lives in Perth, brings decades of expertise to his new post. He was a former arts administrator for the Canada Council for the
MERA early on in his stint at the Canada Council (which he just retired from in 2007) and recalled that way back then it was and remains “a very high profile community arts organization.” When the opportunity arose to become a part of MERA he said he saw “an ideal opportunity to use some of my skills as an administrator close to home in a community that has a very engaged and active membership.” Poole will be working closely with MERA members and volunteers who put together the programs, workshops and events and is excited about MERA’s current mandate to try to get younger people involved in the programming. “You always want to ensure the participation of young, new blood that can bring new vitality into programming, with the aim that the organization continues to grow and thrive.” he said. Poole is confident in the experience he brings to his new post. “I believe I have what it takes on the administration sides of things but also the ability to bridge the gap between that side and the creative side of things. It’s the marriage of the two that can allow for great things to happen.” For more information visit meraschoolhouse.org.
PAGE 15 figurines for a nativity scene using white earthenware clay. She has been creating her own nativity scenes for over 20 years and has sold many of them. She had three completed fired and glazed sets in the show. “I love making them and I like the idea that they invite people to think about what the real meaning of Christmas, “Debbie said. The show’s organizers literally spent hours setting up the show which both said was a true community effort. “We are very thankful to everyone who donated their treasures and we prayed really hard when we were setting the show up that we wouldn’t break any of the pieces,” Christine said. “That was our biggest fear. When people are trusting you with their treasures, you have to be very sure to take very good care of them.” Given the overwhelming positive response that the show received, I asked the ladies if they might consider doing it again next year. “It was a lot of work but yes, I think we just might,” Jean said. “And if we do, I’d love to set up a craft area where people can sit down and have a chance to make their own creations that they could then take home with them”. Editor’s Note: For those who missed the Cole Lake nativity event, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Railton will be holding their annual Nativity display this Sunday December 4 from 11am to 3pm. The public is welcome to bring their own nativities.
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Frontenac Women’s Chorus in Bellrock by Julie Druker ood live music can send chills up the spine and more The free benefit concert was put on to support the mainteso when it comes from multiple voices singing together nance and restoration of the Bellrock hall, an ongoing project in perfect harmony. That was the case at the Bellrock com- by members of the Bellrock community. What better way to munity hall on Nov. 26 when the Frontenac Women’s Cho- encourage that support and start off the holiday season for rus, led by Betty Wagner, performed their holiday “Christmas the community than by filling the newly refurbished space Bells” concert. Accompanied on piano by the accomplished with the sounds of a highly accomplished vocal ensemble. Ian Bevell, who currently is the Director of Praise at St. An- Visit the FWC website: www.herestosong.com. drew’s Presbyterian Church in Kingston, the all-women’s choir sang a program that included 16 seasonal tunes in a wide range of different musical styles, but with a special focus on Canadian composers and arrangers. The chorus opened with contemporary composer Eleanor Daley of Kingston’s “What Sweeter Music” and the ladies definitely hit a sweet spot both in the opening and closing verses with their spot-on unison and also in the middle passages with their masterful delivery of the tune’s joyful penumbra of uplifting harmonies. In a similar vein Local: 613-336-9804 they performed “Christ Child’s Lullaby”, arranged by Anne 1-888-226-Move (6683) Eggleston, and performed the gorgeous Hallelujah chorus masterfully, with the first sopranos bringing forth the melody Fax: 613-336-8932 as shiny and bright as the North Star. 1025 Lancaster Lane, RR #2 Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0 The choir covered a wide stylistic range and their version of “I Saw Three Ships” was performed with a toe-tapping, Canadian east coast feel. Similarly their jazzedup version of the old time favorite “Silver Bells” recalled holidays of yore and the old Corporation Brokerage silver screen classics, and The Waterfront Company romantic scenes that likely took place in this very hall Call Lake District Realty – The Waterfront Company™ many decades ago. One of the highlights of today for YOUR personalized cottage tour!! the concert by far was the We have a fantastic selection of waterfront “Carol of the Bells”; a speHomes, Cottages and Lots. cial treat at any time of the year. The Chorus mastered View our properties & videos online & contact the acapella tune, gaining us today for your personal tour! force and momentum with ~Experience what it means to live on the water~ every successive phrase and building to a dramatic www.LakeDistrictRealty.com crescendo that finished with 613-279-2108 / 1-866-279-2109 / info@lakedistrictrealty.com very believable “bell peals” at the end.
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Telling the story of the Lost Highway by Jeff Green ccording to Derreck Roemer, the Lost Highway project had its impetus when his filmmaking partner Neil Graham, who was riding his motorcycle on the stretch of Highway 7 from Peterborough to Ottawa, noticed that once he passed the Tweed turnoff there was very little at the side of the road except some empty shells of former restaurants, motels and gas stations. Neil Graham knew the local area somewhat, being related to the former owner of what was then the Saylor’s Inn near Arden, and the filmmakers wondered if there was a story in the question of what happened to cause this pocket of Eastern Ontario to fall on hard times when it is located in the vicinity of the growth that has characterized southern Ontario for years and years. “There was an article in the Guardian newspaper (Guardian.co.uk) about a woman living in an old gas station on Route 66 in the United States. Neil sent it to me and said, ‘look at this woman’. It made me wonder who we would find by knocking on doors on Highway 7 between Kaladar and Perth,” Derreck Roemer said in a phone interview last week. The project was kick-started in 2009 when Roemer and
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Graham interviewed former Reeve and Frontenac County Warden Howard Gibbs at his now closed garage between Arden and Mountain Grove, and Insurgent Productions, Roemer and Graham’s production company, recently received funding from TVO to produce an hour-long documentary by the end of 2012 for airing in 2013. The project also includes a web site and a web forum to collect materials about the Arden region. “As the project has developed we realized the original idea of looking at the highway between Kaladar and Perth was too broad and we have focused in on Arden,” Roemer said. One of the elements that has piqued Insurgent Productions’ interest has been the Arden rejuvenation project through the ongoing Friends of Arden project. The two-man film crew showed up at a meeting of Central Frontenac Council on Tuesday, November 22 to film David
Santa in NF For the first time, the Ompah-Plevna Santa Claus parade was held at night and the lights were spectacular. 70 children and their parents greeted Santa at the Clar-Mil Hall. 1st prize for floats went to the Ompah Conservation Association, 2nd to the Pioneer Club, and 3rd to Lookout home Hardware. Photo by Katie Ohlke
A Collection of Short Stories by Fred Warner Shibley, 1864-1944
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Dashke and Terry Kennedy from the ‘Friends’ as they presented an update of recent activities and future plans. Don Amos and Maribeth Scott from Northern Frontenac Community Services (NFCS) were also a delegation at that council meeting. They presented an update of the NFCS Youth program and Neil Graham quickly turned his camera on them. “We heard from people in Arden that all the young people are leaving the area as soon as they can and here were people who were trying to give them a reason to stay, so we ended up meeting with Don Amos the next day,” Derreck Roemer said. At this point the shape of the Lost Highway film is evolving, according to Dereck Roemer. The plan is to structure the film around four or so individual stories, and the filmmakers are casting about for those four stories. “We are hoping to find a young person to profile, which is what interested us about the youth program,” he said. To learn more about the local region, Insurgent Projects has rented a house on the Henderson Road, which will serve as a base. They will be there for about a week at a time periodically throughout the next six months or so to get a feel for the local community in the different seasons. Whether the film ends up delivering a hopeful message about Arden, a forlorn one, or some combination of the two is not yet clear, even to the filmmakers. “We aren’t coming in with a fixed message. We want to look at rural life, the issues that people face here,” he said. Roemer and Graham made a movie about the Gladstone Hotel in Toronto a few years ago. The Gemini award-winning documentary was about the renovations to what had been a rundown hotel in the Parkdale region of Toronto. It ended up portraying in some detail the lives of the people who had been living in the hotel and were displaced as it was modernized. It will be interesting to see how the lives of Ardenites are portrayed in “Lost Highway”. For more information visit: thelosthighway.ca/the-film
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