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Rains wash out beaver dams, causing road, property damage

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Road 509 washout The Crow Lake Road was not the only road that fell victim to a burst beaver dam last week. On the same day, June 11, in the early evening, Morrow Road and Road 509 near the Ragged Chutes Rd. were also washed out by a dam that failed. Township crews worked through the night to fix the roads. Photo by Patrick McCarthy

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Unit 8 of the recently erected Harrowsmith Plaza, located at 5062 County Road 38 in Harrowsmith. The new 1500 square foot office space, which is 100% wheelchair accessible, includes a larger board room, three offices and a large reception area with ample parking. The AGM itself took place at the Lions Hall in Verona on June 13 and was followed by a special celebration and ribbon cutting ceremony in Harrowsmith at the FCFDC’s new home. At the AGM, FCFDC board chair Paul Vickers highlighted the organization’s accomplishments in the first nine months of this fiscal year, which saw the opening of three new businesses in the county: The Limestone Organic Creamery, Tenango Cafe on Wolfe Island, and Sydenham’s Pet and Farm Supply. Over the past nine months the FCFDC gave out 16 loans totaling $700,000, which directly resulted in the creation of 18 new full time jobs, six new part time jobs and assisted in maintaining 38.5 existing jobs in the community. Vickers reminded listeners that “for every dollar that we loan, there is $1.99 invested, resulting in a total investment of $2.1 milSusan Anzolin of FEDDEV, FCFDC’s Board Chair Paul lion.” He said, “By the end of Vickers and Executive Director Anne Prichard cut the ribhe 2013 Annual General Meeting for the Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation (FCFDC) will go down in history as one worth remembering. The FCFDC, which began in 2004, offers loans and grants to businesses in Frontenac County with the aim of building businesses and growing vibrant communities. Last month the organization moved its home to

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Crews work late into the night to fix Crow Lake and Cross Roads, but oil cleanup takes a week

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s reported last week, within a few short hours of presenting a proposed Beaver bylaw to Central Frontenac Council, Public Works Manager Mike Richardson was rushing over to the Crow Lake Road to deal with the washout of two roads and resulting damage to neighbouring properties, which was caused when an old beaver dam let out after major rainstorms in the preceding days. The washout took place very close to the location where a home was destroyed in 2006, but fortunately this time around the damage was less severe. However, an outdoor oil tank was ripped off the wall of a waterfront home, and ended up submerged in Crow Lake. Fire crews retrieved the tank, but not before it had spilled much of its contents into the lake. “The property owner’s insurance company covered the cost of the clean-up, which is fortunate,” said Central Frontenac Fire Chief Bill Young. Although the main house, which is a summer rental property, was undamaged, an enclosed porch that was attached to it has been destroyed. The property owner will not be compensated for that damage, nor will neighbours who are facing relatively minor damage to their grounds and driveways. “The insurance companies are telling them they are not covered for high water, although the water in this case did not come from the lake,” Young said. As the result of the oil spilling into Crow Lake, a water advisory was issued by Kingston Frontenac Public Health. Residents living in the vicinity of the lake were told to monitor their well water. “If your water smells like fuel oil, stop using the water for all activities, including bathing and doing laundry,” the caution said. Even a week later, after crews had been working in the lake and on the shoreline, the advisory was still in place. The Ministry of the Environment, clean up crews, and municipal

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officials were to meet at the site on Wednesday, June 19 to make an assessment, and it is hoped the advisory can be lifted. The water took out almost 500 metres of the Cross Road, which is located uphill from the Crow Lake Road, in addition to a smaller washout on Crow Lake Road. The Cross Road, which is a gravel road, was repaired by the following morning. The Crow Lake Road was re-opened within hours of the incident, but it will need a further repair in the coming weeks. “The culvert which runs under the road was not damaged, but it is old and in need of replacing soon, and since we will have to do some other work to that road to ensure it is secure, we are going to replace the culvert as well,” said Mike Richardson. He is hopeful that all of the clean up work and repairs can be completed without affecting the Public Works budget, although other scheduled work for this summer may be delayed as a result. Crews from Canadian Pacific were also on site the day after the flood because the rail line runs between the height of land where the dam let out and the Cross Road. No damage was reported on the line, and although trains were slowed down on the night of the spill, traffic has resumed as normal. The dam that burst is not in the same location as the one in 2006. Mike Richardson said that a new dam has replaced the one that let out in 2006, and it is holding back a deep pond that encompasses dozens of acres. He will be meeting with CP officials at the site of that new dam to see if there is a way to release water in a controlled fashion and avoid a spill in the near future. “The flood last week was not as severe by any means as the one in 2006,” said Richardson, “and we hope we can do something to avoid another large flood in the coming weeks or months.”

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Sharbot Lake Criminal Court by Jeff Green

CSI comes to Sharbot Lake

fter a break-in at the Sharbot Lake Family Health team last October, in which a bottle containing 250 oxycocet pills were taken from a locked cupboard, police found blood at the scene. The perpetrator had cut himself breaking in. The blood was sent for a DNA test and it matched a sample that had been taken from Elliott Upland by court order after a previous conviction. Upland, who is 52, pleaded guilty to a charge of break and enter with intent to commit an offence. A pre-sentence report will be prepared and he will return in August. The possibility of house arrest with the use of an electronic monitoring device was discussed, and the parole officer who was in court confirmed that such devices can be used in rural areas. First appearances – The Provincial Crown’s representative admitted to being ‘at a loss’ in dealing with two charges of theft under $5,000 against Scott Godfrey (30), who was charged for allegedly cutting down 80 trees, some on township property and some on private land that does not belong to him. “There is no way to bring back the trees,” said the Crown, “and we are looking at a restorative approach.” The case was adjourned until July 15. - Randy Hickey, 22; Jedodiah Hickey, 18; and Chase Mallen, 20 are each facing a charge of Break and Enter with intent to commit an offence and possession of stolen property valued under $5,000, and Zachary Hamilton, 19, is only charged with Break and Enter with intent to commit an offence in the same case. All four men were told to return to court on July 15 with a lawyer.

- Edward St. Pierre, 40, is charged with failure to comply with probation. His case was adjourned until August 19. Ongoing – Stephan Cowan, 64, is charged with possession of a illegal substance for use/trafficking. He received a final adjournment to July 15. There was a peace bond issued by the court in a case that is covered by a publication ban.

FCFDC opening - continued from page 1 the year we gave out a total of 90 loans totaling $2.7 million and 81% of that amount is actively invested in the community. We keep our money in the community and not in our bank accounts. As soon as we can, we get a loan paid out with the goal of getting that money circling back into the community so it can create more jobs and more opportunities.” Since the FCFDC began in January 2004, they have given out $6.6 million exclusively in loans. By comparison to the 61 other Community Futures Development corporations across Ontario, the Frontenac CFDC beat out the loan average of $564,000 by $700,000. Vickers detailed the five strategic directions of the organization, which include increasing commercial and industrial space, promoting businesses, increasing tourism accommodation and making communities more vibrant. The CFDC accomplishes their goals not only by giving out loans and grants but also by offering special workshops, promotional space and an online business direc-

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his year one couple and three individuals received recognition from South Frontenac Council as Volunteers of the Year at an awards ceremony on Tuesday night, June 18. Chris Sleeth – When Chris Sleeth was a young ballplayer, his game was fastball, but he has made his greatest contribution to the game of softball. From coaching and nurturing skills of young softball players, participation as an umpire, recruitment and support of the Junior Umpire Program, he also took on the organization of the entire East Storrington Softball program. He became President of the Frontenac County Minor Softball Association as well as acting as the Frontenac County Minor Softball Association representative for the Inter Community Softball

(L to R) Sharon and Bill Peterson, Frank Yotk, Wayne Closs and Chris Sleeth tory. Vickers highlighted some of the successes stories that the FCFDC has supported so far this year, which include Mike Dean’s new grocery store in Sharbot Lake. Susan Anzolin, Director General of Innovation and Economic Development with the Federal Economic Development Agency for South Ontario (FEDDEV), who supplies the CFDC with their core funding through the Community Futures Program and the Eastern Ontario Development Program, was the first guest speaker at the event. Anzolin said, “We were very lucky this year that in March, 2013 the government of Canada renewed both the FEDDEV mandate and the EODP program for another five years. This allows organizations like the FCFDC to continue to work with you and to continue to make a difference your community. My presence here is to underscore the message that we want to work with the Frontenac CFDC and other organizations and by focusing on innovation, we want to see Ontario become once again the engine of growth in the country.” Underscoring how the CFDC can help new businesses get off the ground and succeed, guest speaker Michael McKenzie, co-owner of Seed to Sausage, the two-year-old specialty meats producer in Sharbot Lake, spoke of the key ingredients that have meant success for his young business, which has already crossed many milestones in its first two years, winning numerous awards, and now feeding dignitaries at Rideau Hall and the House of Commons in Ottawa. McKenzie spoke of how the FCFDC has supported the vision of the business and its commitment to creating high quality products which have paved the way to their success. Following the AGM guests were invited to the FCFDC’s new digs in Unit 8 where guests were treated to desserts and coffee, and a ribbon cutting.

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Association. Under his tutelage, the East Storrington Softball program has continued to thrive, and he has left an indelible mark on all of the children, parents and co-volunteer parents alike whose lives have been touched by his skill, positive attitude and wonderful role modeling examples. Sharon and Bill Patterson – In 1997, Sharon and Bill were among the first on board to volunteer for the International Ploughing Match, which came to South Frontenac in 1998. Since then they have been deeply involved with the Storrington Retirees, helping out with cooking, cleaning, organizing events and fundraising etc. Sharon is an active member of St. James Anglican Church on the Sunbury Road. She has cared for the church for many years and has recruited Bill to help with the grass cutting, snow removal and other jobs. They are always ready and willing to help out the community whether it is with the retirees, church work, Children’s Bible School, getting donations for the Christmas hampers, or anything else they are asked to help with. Wayne Closs - Wayne started volunteering at the age of 18 with hockey and continued until age 30. He is most famous for his devotion to the baseball program. He started volunteering for his son’s TBall team, and continued to be involved in coaching, umpiring and other aspects of baseball for approximately 31 years. There is not a child who played baseball or hockey growing up in South Frontenac, who wouldn’t know who Wayne Closs is. Wayne also volunteered with the Harrowsmith & District Social & Athletic Club. He was the official baseball director from 2004 to 2011. He also served up some of the best barbequed hamburgers and hot dogs during our “Canada Day in the Park” celebrations in Harrowsmith. Frank York – Frank York has been a devoted member of the Verona Lions Club and the Verona Cattail Festival for 15 years. He concocted the idea of the Red Green Duct Tape Boat Races, still one of the must see events at the Verona Festival. He created the Purple Lions mini-truck that is used for parades and the Gypsy Wagon that was the original stage for the Verona Festival. He is the go to guy when it comes to set-up and take-down at all Verona Lions and Community Association events. He is also the one who came up with the name Cattail Festival. His citation summed up the way people in Verona feel about Frank York: “We are very proud of Frank in Verona. He is truly ‘one of a kind’.”

South Frontenac Council by Wilma Kenny “I Can’t Believe it!” A frustrated Councillor McDougall indicated part of a recent facebook posting, in which Bill Day of Harrowsmith invites quad and dirt bike riders to his newlyimproved racing track: “It’s safe to say summer is vary (sic) much on its way...We’re currently working on bring back a full grass drag series...we will be doing more work to the grass drag track so we can start drawing in more outlaws...” Mayor Davison replied that Day apparently refuses to respect the law, and if there’s a complaint, the by-law officer will be sent in, as often as necessary, and Day will be fined. (It is a longstanding policy that township by-law enforcement is reactive, not proactive. The township does not hire staff to hunt for by-law infractions, but instead responds to complaints.) Council had recently approved a series of two-day dog trials on the Day property, on the grounds that they were oneoff events, and should not cause noise or dust problems for neighboring residents. Pat Barr Joins Council: Pat Barr took her place at the council table, replacing Mark Tinlin as one of the Bedford district representatives. She has also joined the Public Works Committee and the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority. Deputy Mayor Naish has asked to be moved to the Corporate Services Committee, for the meeting time fits his schedule, and Mayor Davison will reassume his role on the Police Services Board.

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by Wilma Kenny he 65 people who came to Glenn Foster’s “Australia Night” at Grace Hall in Sydenham last week were richly rewarded by Foster’s personal, fascinating retelling of the social history of his homeland, from the long-ago dreamtime stories of the creation up until the present. Foster, a former drama teacher and football coach at Sydenham High School, accompanied himself on a variety of stringed instruments, using a combination of song, anecdote and pictures to describe the Aboriginals, the exiled men and women of the penal colonies, the hobos, squatters, swagmen and soldiers. It was a powerful combination, taking the listener into the emotional core of his stories. Most of the songs were ballads, spiced in the final parts of the program by more modern Australian jingles celebrating Marmite and Airplane Jelly (their version of our Jello). Foster told how his grandfather had been sent at age six from his family in Tasmania, where the family was starving, to work for an

Letters to the editor RE: Winter snow plowing on Road 38

eally?? Mr Richardson it cost $14,000 in labour and $16,000 the year before. Seems you would not lie. I'm sure you just forgot to add the cost of fuel, the cost of break downs, the cost of the parts, mechanic to repair the truck and the regular maintenance costs. Not to mention the cost for the half ton truck that we all saw follow the plow truck up and down the road all winter. So Mr. Richardson when you just ballpark all of those costs together it's quite clear the true cost would have easily been double. As for the service on the roads, with Rd. 38 included it was nothing to be proud of or even comparable to years before. I'm also sure you just forgot the number of complaints last winter as well! So just who is it that you are trying to fool with your ridiculous statement, your council or the taxpayers?? - Joey Thinn

Glenn Foster uncle up the Australian coast. Three years later, the child ran away and somehow, no one knew how, made his way 350 miles overland to the sea and on to New Zealand. Much of the rest of his life, Foster’s grandfather worked on sailing ships carrying lumber through the stormy Hobart Straits: hair-raising pictures showed enormous waves and tattered sails. Glenn was accompanied in some of the songs by Jason Pedherney, a self-taught didgeridoo player. The didgeridoo is an ancient Australian Aboriginal wind instrument, made from a long branch that has been hollowed out by termites and rimmed with a beeswax mouthpiece. A skilled player can sustain long deep notes by circular breathing; ie, breathing in through the nose at the same time as he maintains air pressure on the instrument through his mouth. Pedherney admitted it took him almost a year to master the technique. The evening, which had been arranged by Jill Ferguson and sponsored by the Grace Arts Committee, raised over $500 to help further develop the Grace Hall as a performance site.

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ddington Highlands resident Paul Isaacs brought a proposal to council that the township hire him for a nominal fee of $1 to investigate the costs to the municipality of monitoring ground and surface water at its waste sites. Isaacs pointed out to council that if something goes wrong with, for example, the water at the Denbigh hall, dozens of people would fall sick instantly. However, if the water is bad at waste sites, no one would immediately be harmed. Yet, monitoring the water at the hall costs around $300 a year as opposed to the cost of monitoring water at the waste sites, which was over $80,000 in 2012. The monitoring is done by Johnson Environmental Consultants. Isaacs is asking for the nominal fee so that he can request information as a representative of the township, but said he would not send out any communications without township approval. He said that in his investigation so far, he had found that the documents controlling the waste sites do not contain actual rules, but only guidelines or recommendations. He therefore proposed that the township could reduce costs by taking the samples themselves and requesting that the number of test wells and the frequency of sampling should be reduced. Council responded that they were very appreciative of Paul Isaacs having taken the initiative to help the township, but that the first step should be to refer the proposal to the waste site supervisor, Royce Rosenblath. Deputy Reeve Bill Cox also pointed out that there were two different ministries involved: the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of the Environment. Council voted to receive Paul Isaacs’ proposal and refer it to the waste site supervisor.

The library board is applying for a Trillium grant of $15,000 for new computer work stations, monitors, etc. Council approved in principle a proposal to place a portable toilet for visitors in the area of the museum grounds in Cloyne, with the exact location to be determined later, subject to approval by North Frontenac Township. Northbrook fire hall: Deputy Reeve Cox said he was afraid that if the township waited until next spring to call for tenders for the proposed fire hall they would be too far behind. Fire Chief Casey Cuddy agreed, saying that the schedule is to issue the calls for tenders in September, which would give time for the contractors to view the site and submit tenders in December, with construction slated to start in the spring.

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· On June 12 at the Snow Road Community Centre, approximately 50 people attended the potluck supper. The tables were all set up in shimmering blue, just beautiful. The birthday people were Colonial St. Pierre, Bill Raeburn, Donna Virgin, Olive Allan, and Ava Webster. Also a beautiful birthday cake made by Sheila Kittle. So many different dishes. The next potluck is July 10 at 5:30 pm. See you there! · On June 12 the North Sherbrooke Historical Society celebrated the launching of its second book about North Sherbrooke at the Perth museum. Author Beryl Stott read a section from a chapter about Jane Sym. Jane became the second wife of Canada’s second prime minister, Alexander Mackenzie. Other settler families covered in Volume Two are McBrydes, Stoaks, Wilsons, and Bryce Crawford, finishing with a section on the activities of the society itself. The book is filled with many pictures, highlighting the rich history of the area. The book can be obtained by calling Beryl Stott at 613278-0041; $27 each with mailing cost extra if applicable. · Happy belated 40th anniversary to Lorie and Sandy Ryder. · Get Well wishes to Sharon Sproule and also belated birthday wishes to Sharon. · Don’t forget coffee every Friday morning at Snow Road Community Centre, 10 – noon. · On Sunday, June 23, 11 a.m. we worship together at Elphin Church in celebration of the congregation’s 167th anniversary. Worship will be conducted by the Reverend Bob Hill. The joint choir will offer their ministry of music. Lunch will follow the service. · Also on Sunday, June 23 at 2 p.m. there will be a Crawford Cemetery dedication service.

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· Starting Tuesday, June 25, Olive and Pearl will be doing Tea & Toast at the Sharbot Lake United Church from 9 until 10:30 am; $2. Everyone welcome. · There will be a strawberry social at Snow Road Community Centre on June 29 from 6 - 8 p.m. Berries, cake and ice cream.

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On Tuesday, June 11, the Cancer Canvassers’ Dinner was held in the Ompah Community hall. Volunteer canvassers for Central and North Frontenac Townships were served a delicious ham dinner prepared by the Golden Friendship Club, and were honoured for their hard work in support of people with cancer in our community. Many canvassers have been involved for over five years, and six have been actively working as canvassers for over 40 years. The guest speaker was Gleva Lemke from Ompah. She told the very moving story of her own cancer journey. She thanked the cancer society for the crucial support they had offered to her.

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· Best wishes are sent to Les and Shirley McGowan on their retirement from their store in Godfrey! I am sure they will enjoy the extra time with their family. · Good luck and welcome to Laurie and Scott Love on their new endeavour with the Godfrey General Store! · Glad to have Bill Snyder home after another stay in the hospital. Hoping that he has a speedy recovery! · Good luck to all high school students that are currently writing exams! · If anyone has news that they would like to see in this column please don't hesitate to give me a call.

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· This Saturday is the Henderson United Church yard sale, come rain or shine, at the Henderson hall (2384 Henderson Road), so come on out for a bargain from 8 a.m. until 12 noon. Thanks for your support of the church. · The Land O' Lakes Cloggers and Line Dancers gladdened the hearts of the Pine Meadow folks this past week, bringing their cheery and heart felt toe tapping tunes. · Deepest sympathy to the family of the late Roland Spicer, brother of the late Renie Parks. · Also, my aunt Alma Jean died this past week and my husband Allan and I braved Toronto’s rush hour and construction congestion to attend her funeral - in two hours we travelled only 50 miles. However, we were so pleased to honour a fantastic aunt and role model of the Christian faith. · Our own Amanda Veley enhanced the Henderson United cemetery service with her fabulous violin music playing “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” and “Amazing Grace”. The rainy weather put the service inside the Henderson United Church with a lovely service and message entitled “He Broke Up Every Funeral He Attended”. · Two staff members and five group participants from the New Life Girls Home in Consecon ministered bravely to the Harlowe Wesleyan and Standard Church this past Sunday. The participants shared their stories and related how God is helping them and restoring them to health. This past Sunday, for Father's Day, the men of the church were given a chocolate bar and a big round of applause. · Although Georgina Wathen's broken wrist is sore, she and Gord are enjoying life in South River tremendously, and wish they had moved years ago. They have a new dining room suite, and new patio furniture and their dog Sadie has a new dog bed. The Wathens’ children all live in the area and really help them out with drives, groceries, bills, etc. South River's gain is our loss. · Ray and Faye Whitelock attended our Land O’ Lakes Se-

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· Tomorrow, Friday June 21 is the monthly Bingo Fundraiser for the Clar-Mill volunteer firefighters, 7–9pm at the Clar-Mill hall, with cash prizes,. · On Wednesday July 3 is the Strawberry Social at the ClarMill Hall, 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. $10 adult; $4 6-12 year old; 5 & under free. Fundraiser for Holy Trinity Anglican Church and Clar-Mill Community Volunteers. · Plevna Joke of the Week: Jeff “What do you call a bear who is caught in the rain?” Jule “A drizzly bear!”

HARROWSMITH Kim Gow

613-372-0018 kgow63@hotmail.com

· St. Paul's United Church will be hosting a Turkey and Strawberry supper June 22 from 4:30 - 6 p.m. Turkey, salads, cake, ice cream and fresh strawberries. Adults $12, children $6, under 6 free (family rates available). There will be a take-out option as well. · A Smorgasbord dinner will be held at the Golden Links Hall June 23 from 4:30 – 6 p.m. Cost is $13. Call Barb at 613-372-2315. · The Harrowsmith Women’s Institute is having their next meeting on June 25 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church. This will be a potluck dinner and all ladies in the community are invited to attend. The program will be a sharing of hobbies and crafts by the WI members. · Please note that the last Tuesday lunch at St. Paul's Church will be June 25. The weekly lunch will resume on September 3. · The Harrowsmith Social and Athletic Club's "Canada Day in the Park" promises to be the best one yet. Plan on spending the day and enjoy the many venders, games, displays, demonstrations and live music. There is still time to be involved in this wonderful event. To become a volunteer, make a donation, or book a vender space, call Kim at 613-3720018 or Pam, 613-389-3180.

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· Youth Dances at the Golden Links Hall are now finished until September.

CLOYNE - NORTHBROOK Marie Anne Collier

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· The Grand Opening of the Cloyne Pioneer Museum and Archives Expansion will be Saturday, June 22 at 11 a.m. There will be live music by the Pickled Chicken String Band. The ribbon cutting and a presentation by Trillium is at 11:30 a.m. with a BBQ to follow on the museum grounds. Tour the museum and see the artefacts beautifully displayed. Everyone is welcome to the opening. The Pine Meadow Golf Classic fundraiser for Pine Meadow Nursing Home, will take place this Saturday June 22 at Hunter’s Creek Golf Course in Cloyne. Coffee & muffins 9:30am; tee off is 10am. The cost is $55 per golfer, to register email: pinemeadowgolf2012@gmail.com

MOUNTAIN GROVE Marilyn Meeks

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· Happy Birthday to Perry Warren, Phillip Smith, Sylvia Powers, Tanya Hawley, Kaitlin Hannah, Zachary Sjostrom, Ruth Oliver, Morgan Noonan, Lisa Matson, Susan Peters, June Johnston, Rick Brown, Tom Hughes, Norma Harper. · Happy Anniversary to Dave and Debby Hartwick, Mel and Doris Good, Marilyn and Archie Meeks, 53. · Thinking of Tom Hughes, Val Beechey, Brenda Warren, Betty Tarney, Bob Goodberry, Frances Badour, Ken Smith, Joyce Smith · Best wishes to Harold and Doreen Warren on the occasion of their anniversary, Their granddaughter, Marika Warren, flew from Alberta to help them celebrate. Family joined them at a dinner in Kingston · There will be a memorial service on July 14, 2pm, at the Mountain Grove Cemetery. Bring a lawn chair. In event of rain the service will be held in Mountain Grove United Church · The barbeque and silent auction on June 15 at Olden Centre was a great success. It was sponsored by the stewards of Mountain Grove United Church. Everyone enjoyed the toe-tapping music of Margaret and Dave Taylor, Ray Whitelock, and Dave Johnston A big thank you to everyone that helped in any way · The pastoral charge [Arden, Henderson, Mountain Grove] is planning a Union service on August 11 followed by a time of fellowship in celebration of Rev. Barbara Mahood’s ministry here. · Some of Land O’ Lakes Public school playground equipment has been vandalized by unknown persons. The small children are the victims as they cannot play with unsafe equipment. Please do not damage school property. Thanks to people not using the school property to walk their pets. · Sydenham 2 junior ladies ball team won their game against Joyceville 9-7 in Sydenham last Thursday. · Bass season opened on June 15. Because the season opened earlier this year some fish still have not finished spawning and the anglers are finding eggs. · On June 16 at Bedford hall various musicians at the jam had people toe-tapping and dancing to their music. Happy birthday was sung to Margaret Campsall and Ken.

MABERLY-BOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula

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syrup have been staple industries in the area since early settlement and are still important economic activities for many residents. This historic area was settled in the early 1800s, when several hundred Scottish and Irish settlers and soldiers established early communities in Stanleyville, Glen Tay, Allan’s Mills, Maberly, Bolingbroke, Feldspar, Althorpe, Harper, Rokeby, Brooke, Wemyss, Fallbrook, Playfairville and DeWitt’s Corners. Their descendants, together with the original settlers, stayed to build farms, beautiful stone and log homes and an industrious and competent work force. South Sherbrooke was surveyed in about 1819 and named after Sir John Coape Sherbrooke, a successful general in the War of 1812-14 and Governor-in-Chief of Canada from 1816-1818. Farmers struggled and persevered with the harsh terrain of the Canadian Shield. The hamlets and villages of South Sherbrooke include Maberly, Bolingbroke, Althorpe, and Rokeby, which was the first settlement of this township. · The ABC Association is holding a Community Garage & Yard Sale on Sat. June 29, 8am. The Bolingbroke Seniors will also be holding a bake sale. The ABC Association will also be taking orders for Wilton Cheese from the factory in Odessa, for you to pick up at the ABC Hall on July 20. This is a great chance to stock up on this excellent cheese and help the ABC Association at the same time. To order call Pat Hough, 613-273-3781. · Looking for some building materials? The Thursday morning work parties at the Maberly Fairgrounds have been doing a spring cleanup and have found a treasure trove of building materials - lumber, steel, galvanized posts, vinyl trim and lots more – all left over from previous construction projects on the fairgrounds. These will be sold at bargain prices during the Pie in the Sky and Country Market event on Sat. July 6, 8am-1pm. Drop in to the fairgrounds on Thursday to see what's there or call Walter Downs at 613-273-5069.

DENBIGH Angela Bright

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· The Cloyne Pioneer Museum will open for the season on Saturday, June 22, when the museum will also unveil its new Archives Expansion. The celebration starts at 11 am and there will be music by the Pickled Chicken String Band. The ribbon cutting is at 11:30 a.m. with a BBQ to follow on the museum grounds. Everyone is welcome. · Hey kids! Vacation Bible School starts Tuesday, July 2 and runs to Friday, July 5 at the Denbigh Hall, for 5 to 12 year olds. Come and explore what life was like for Daniel and his friends, with cool craft projects, games and snacks. The adventure begins each day at 1:30pm, through to 3:30pm. Preschool children are also invited, and just ask that a parent stay with them during the program. Call ahead to reserve a spot for your child with Nancy at 333-2204 or Angela at 333-1901. Registration will take place at 1pm on the first day of VBS. This program is sponsored by Vennachar Free Methodist Church. · On Sat June 29, the Matawatchan Community Market resumes for the summer; 9am-1pm. Homemade lunch, free trade coffee, fresh veggies, outdoor oven baked bread, maple syrup, local honey, baking, candles, wooden pens and so much more. Something for everyone! Rain or Shine !!!! Also on Sat June 29 the Matawatchan Cultural Centre Group presents the 131st Canada Day Picnic in Matawatchan, 1-5pm. Wear your red & white!! There’s fun for everyone!!! Speeches, live music, baked beans competition, kids’ games, face painting, balloon animals, Miss Lovely the clown, beer

· The Maberly United Church will be celebrating its 46th Pastoral Charge Anniversary on June 23 at 11 am. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Doctor John Young. · Tay Valley Township’s Century Farm Program - If your farm has been in the same family for 100 years or more, it could qualify as a ‘Century Farm’, in Tay Valley Township’s 200th Anniversary celebration in 2016. This is one of several programs and events planned to recognize our township’s traditional farming sector in the celebration. For further information, please call 613-267 5353 ext. 129, or e-mail: planningadmin@tayvalleytwp.ca If you know someone in the township that should know about the “Century Farm” commemoration but does not get the Frontenac News, please let them know. The energy of the early settlers is replicated by present-day residents as hundreds of small and homebased industries thrive in and along our roads and byways. The descendants of our early settlers, still the backbone of community activities, welcome more recent residents as they work together for the benefit of all. Farming and maple

PAGE 5 garden, bingo, horseshoes, fashion show, Mind-in-timespeaker’s corner, and Back on the Map-historical project & displays. Please bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair and a food bank item. To register your baked beans, please visit matawatchan.ca or call Victoria 333-9319.

PARHAM-TICHBORNE Colleen Steele Christine Teal

· So, has everyone made plans to be at the Parham Fairgrounds on Friday night to help Celebrate, Remember and Fight Back against Cancer? This year's North and Central Frontenac's Relay for Life is an event you will not want to miss! 7pm is opening ceremonies where we remember our Why for being there - we honour those who have battled Cancer in the Survivor walk but you need to stay for the Luminary ceremony at 10 pm to take in the luminaries that will line the track in memory and honour of those affected by this horrible disease. Luminaries are still available for purchase on Relay night and can be decorated as you see fit. Together we can make a difference - see you all on Friday night. · Congratulations to all volunteers who have collected for the Canadian Cancer Society. Some special awards and certificates were given out at the dinner held recently. Volunteers are very important to our community. · Bass fisher people were out in full force on the weekend! · Happy Anniversary to Mel and Doris Good, married 69 years and to John & Janice Morrow and Doug and Eileen Whan. · Birthday wishes to Donna Longmire, Janice Morrow, June St. Pierre, Tanya Gray, Judy Meeks, Sheri Hannah, Michelle McCumber, Nelson Hannah, Julia Goodfellow, Penny Cota, Patsy Quinn, John Morrow, Ben Lusk, Penny Ellsworth, Jason Lowery, Alicia Cota, Donna Ducharme, Denise Neadow, Phillip Smith, Sherry & Cheryl Ferguson, Angie Mallette, and Fred Shangraw. · The Parham United Church's CE Building is sporting a new roof. A HUGE Thank you to all the volunteers who helped this happen. It looks great. Job well done! · Congratulations to Sylvia Whan on receiving recognition for her weight loss. · Congratulations to Scott and Laurie Love on their purchase of McGowan's General Store in Godfrey - now to be known as Godfrey General Store - all the best in this endeavour!! · Parham Rebekahs are joining Harrowsmith Rebekahs in sponsoring a smorgasbord supper on June 23 at Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall at 4:30. · Parham United Church would like to invite everyone from any faith to join them at a special service on July 7. Hope you can come out to this hour of worship. This Sunday June 23 there will be no service in Parham as they join the rest of the charges in Maberly for an Anniversary service. · Thinking of you to Keith Harper · Sympathy to the family of the late Charlie Monahan who passed away recently. · It's so hard to believe that the school year is almost over congratulations to all those who are graduating this year and moving on. All the best in your future choices.

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ARDEN Joan Moore Wanda Harrison

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Âˇ Last week a two-day project at the community centre saw the stairs and the ramp to the entrance of the hall stained in a beautiful redwood mahogany colour. Today this large project will be completed with the staining of the ramp and stairs to the library. A big thanks to the dedicated volunteers who gladly gave up two days in their busy schedule to improve the appearance of community. Âˇ There was a great turnout to Mountain Groveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual steak dinner and auction. Thanks to everyone who volunteered and attended. Âˇ The Arden Legion would like to thank everyone who participated in their annual Bass Derby. 1st place was awarded to Art Cowdy and 2nd to Jessie Scott. The kids winner was Austin Squibb. Âˇ The Arden Artisans are holding their Garden Party and Open Studio Event June 29 from 10 am to 5pm. The artisans involved are Joanne Pickett, potter, Sarah Hale, Batik Artist and Judith Versavel painter & jewellery artist along with guest artists. Wear a fancy hat and enjoy each studio and its unique approach to their craft. Door prizes are available at each studio. Âˇ Then at 2pm the Friends of Arden invite everyone to join business participants, local dignitaries and the press to the unveiling of the new Arden Business and Events sign. The sign is the newest project the Friends have sponsored in their continued revitalization of the Hamlet of Arden. The new sign is located just off Highway 7 and the Arden Road, right beside the big ARDEN sign. Join in the festivities and admire the new gardens while enjoying a cool beverage. Âˇ The Kennebec & District Historical Society is sponsoring their Annual Strawberry Social on the 29th as well. Enjoy fresh Ontario strawberries and shortcake at the community centre, 1:30 - 3:30 pm; adults $5; kids $3. Âˇ Then finish your day at the Arden Legion for their Annual Chicken BBQ. Dinner starts at 5pm; adults $12 and Children under 10 years $6. Âˇ The Arden Legion invites you to join their Mixed Doubles Dart Tournament July 6, with an 11am start. The fee is $10

pp with a 100% payout. Treat yourself to an all you can eat breakfast that morning, 8am to 10:30am sponsored by the Ladies Auxiliary; $7 per person. Âˇ It was great to see David Moore home safe after his accident in Nova Scotia. Everyone wishes him a speedy recovery.

VERONA Debbie Lingen

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Âˇ The Bellrock Schoolhouse Theatre players concluded a very successful run of sold out performances of the play â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Great Ice Cream Schemeâ&#x20AC;?. Kudos to the director Doug MacIntyre and the actors who gave the audience an enjoyable two hours of laughter and great fun. I am looking forward to future productions at Bellrock Hall. Âˇ The Verona Pentecostal Assembly will host a community Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Westport Animal Zoo, air castles, pie sale, barbeque and lots of crafts for the kiddies will keep everyone entertained. Âˇ The Portland District and Area Heritage Society presents its 11th Annual Old-Fashioned Strawberry Social. There will be home-made shortcake biscuits made from a heritage recipe, with real whipped cream and loaded with luscious strawberries. Saturday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lions Club Hall. $6 for adults, $3 for kids under 12; coffee, tea or cold drink included. Âˇ Enjoy the Music in the Park concert this Sunday, June 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. featuring Lisa Vee as she sings Jazz and the Blues. Bring your lawn chairs for a great afternoon of entertainment. Refreshments will be available. Barbeque will start at noon. The Verona Cattail Express will be on hand to give rides to the kiddies. McMullen Park and Beach. Âˇ The fourth Verona Family Fishing Day will be held on Saturday, July 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Verona [Rock] Lake. The Verona Cattail Express will also be at this event to give rides. Prizes for all kids under 16 who catch a fish. Free BBQ with hotdogs, hamburgers, chips, and drinks for registered guests. Bring your boat or fish from the dock. No barbed hooks. For this event, Canadian residents do not require a fishing license. Please pre-register with Linda Bates at 613374-1307 before July 8 to reserve your spot! This is a free event brought to you by the Verona Community Association. Join them for another fun Family Fishing Day! Âˇ It's almost here! The Lion's Club Jamboree will be arriving

june 20, 2013 for three evenings of great fun and games - Thursday to Saturday, July 5, 6 and 7. There will be games of chance, great Bingo prizes, famous Jamboree Burgers and fries along with a fantastic midway. Canteen opens at 6 p.m. Other activities start at 6:30 p.m. Âˇ Canada Day is coming and it's always great fun celebrating in Harrowsmith. The Harrowsmith Social & Athletic club is looking for volunteers for Canada Day Celebrations. Volunteers can work an hour or as many as they choose. Contact Kim 613-372-0018 or Pam 613-374-3180 for information.

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Âˇ St Paul's United Church in Harrowsmith is hosting a Turkey and Strawberry Social in Saturday June 22 from 4:30 6:30. You will enjoy turkey, rolls, salads and fresh strawberry shortcake for just $10/adult - kids over 6 are $6. There is also takeout available. Âˇ Then head over to Sydenham on Saturday night and enjoy the Sydenham Legionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Summer Fundraiser featuring live music by the ever popular Still Standinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; along with Ten Cent Hat and Mindee Fillion. Get your tickets early for $20/person at the One Stop or the Legion Lounge. Âˇ GOSPEL NIGHT FOR TUK will be held on Sunday June 23, at St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, 3977, Sydenham Rd., from 7:00 -9:00 PM with refreshments to follow in Parish Centre. A free will offering will be taken up and sent to Tuktoyaktuk, North West Territories. Rev. Patsy Schmidt, Maurice Chumley, Joe Saunders, Mark and Sharon Alton and Brooke Garrah will lead us in songs of prayer and praise. Come and enjoy Âˇ Be sure your Canada Day Plans include hanging out in Sydenham at The Point as there is a full day of fun, activities and entertainment planned. The Grand Parade starts at 1pm at the fire hall and will make its way through the village. Activities include pony rides, face painting, air castle, antique cars, dog trials, an all day canteen and live music by Still Standin, Bauder Rd just to name a few. This fun filled day will end with fireworks at dusk.

Fines for illegal fishing - Ministry of Natural Resources press release ustice of the Peace, Jack Chiang, heard several cases in the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston, on May 28. Âˇ Robert MacPherson of Tichborne pleaded guilty and was fined a total of $999 for several fishing-related offences on St. Georges Lake on January 26, 2013. He was fined $333 for leaving seven set lines overnight and unattended; $333 for angling with too many lines; and $333 for placing a fishing hut on the ice without a prescribed number displayed. MacPhersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fishing equipment was also permanently forfeited to the Crown. Âˇ Jeff Fitzgerald of Godfrey and Larry Compton of Kingston were fined a total of $2,000 for fishing-related offences. They pleaded guilty to fishing without a licence after setting hook lines and catching lake trout. They were each fined $1,000. The court heard that on March 23, conservation officers inspected six set hook lines on Canoe Lake, where winter fishing for lake trout is prohibited. Fitzgerald and Compton had set the hook lines earlier in the day and left the area after catching two lake trout. Upon their return, they found conservation officers inspecting the lines and admitted to setting the lines and catching the trout. Âˇ Two men have been fined a total of $2,000 for a number of snowmobile and fishing-related offences. Brian Truelove of Westport pleaded guilty and was fined $500 each for setting hook lines and for failing to remain within 60 metres of his ice fishing hole while angling. Kyle Faarup of Oshawa pleaded guilty and was fined $500 each for setting hook lines and for failing to register the snowmobile he was operating. Equipment seized from both men was forfeited to the Crown. The court heard that on March 10, 2013, an MNR conservation officer inspected set hook lines on Garter Lake where there is no winter fishing for lake trout. It was concluded that the four hook lines had been set the previous day. Truelove and Faarup, who arrived a short time later, were observed checking the lines. They also set an additional line and failed to remain within 60 metres of it. It was also Royal Canadian Legion discovered that neither of Gordon Gaylord Branch # 334 Arden the snowmobiles the men were driving, both of which were owned by Faarup, had been registered. To report a natural resources violation, call 1-877-847th 7667) or contact your local ministry office during regular business $12.00 for adults hours or call Under 10 yrs. $6.00 Crime StopFor more information call 613-335-2737 pers at 1-800222-TIPS Arden Legion #334, 5957 Arden Rd. (8477).

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Recognizing volunteer canvassers Newly expanded Pioneer Museum opens on Saturday T I

by Doris Campsall he 2013 Cancer Canvassers Dinner was held at the Ompah Community Hall on June 11. Norma Granlund thanked everyone for coming and also thanked the Golden Friendship Seniors for providing supper. Mary Howes, co-ordinator for North and Central Frontenac introduced Craig Faucette, office manager for our area and Liz, fundraiser volunteer co-ordinator. Recognized for 40 years of volunteer service in cancer canvassing are MuThe captains for North riel Wagar, Doris Campsall, Mary Howes, Norma Granlund, Sylvia Gray and Central Frontenac and Colleen Steele (absent) are the people who make sure the kits get out to the volunteers, collect the funds and turn them in lows: Five years of volunteer service recto Mary Howes. They are Betty Kelford, Pat ognized Carol Raymo, Linda Clow, Glenda Barr, Sylvia Gray, Norma Granlund, Sheila Young, Nelda Whan, Edith Beaulieu. Ten years - Joanne Knox, Betty Kelford, Chris Deline, and Dorothy Fraser. Claire Macfarlane is the volunteer driver Teal, Virginia Norris. Fifteen years - Laurie co-ordinator for our area and her report stat- Ann Sproule, Pat Chase. Twenty years ed 311 trips to appointments for ten people Norma Cox. Twenty five years - Lois Webster. Forty years - Colleen Steele, Muriel and 177,000 km. traveled. The total raised for our area this year is Wagar, Sylvia Gray, Norma Granlund, Mary Howes, and Doris Campsall. Nine people $14,353, down over $3,000 from last year. The volunteer service awards are as fol- from our area will be honoured in Kingston for years of volunteer service. The guest speaker was Gleva Lemke and she spoke about her journey with breast cancer. Mary sincerely thanked all volunteers that she has worked with over her 40 years as co-ordinator and she reported that she is resigning this year. Charlotte Brown thanked Mary for her many years of dedication and service. The Cancer Society is making headway he 1st Annual Land O'Lakes Large and Smallmouth Bass Fishing Tournament with leukemia but, unfortunately, every three will be held on Saturday, August 17 on minutes cancer picks another enemy in Loughborough Lake, Desert Lake, Kash- someone. Mary reminded everyone to eat wakamak Lake, Big Gull Lake, and Sharbot healthy foods, as fifty percent of cancers can Lake. This is a live release event. Tickets be prevented by lifestyle. Three years ago, Kathy Wolsey, our treaare $50 and are on sale now! All registrants have a chance to win a 2013 Lund WC 14 surer, gave Mary a Stella’d’ora lily and Mary boat with 9.9 hp Mercury motor and Ez load gave each person a portion of this to plant as a reminder of our years together. Trailer. Visit www.travellandolakes.com

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The Relay For Life Committee would like to welcome the Community

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By Jeff Green

of rubber salvaged from something else. It has a wooden frame. The seeds were held in an old washbasin with ¼ inch holes cut into it that was nailed to the wheel. The seeder still works as well today as it would have 50 or 100 years ago. The settlers who used the seeder had to use whatever was at hand to try to coax food out of the thin soil and granite that passed for farmland in Frontenac and Addington Counties. It is that same spirit that enabled the Pioneer Museum committee to build a 1,400 square foot addition, with a washroom, on a $39,000 grant. L&A County might consider talking to the museum committee about building the new ambulance base in Northbrook, which will likely cost 20 times as much to build. The season opening/ribbon cutting celebration starts at 11am on Sat. June 22. There will be live music as well as a BBQ. The museum is open from 10 am to 4 pm throughout the summer. It is located in Cloyne, on the east side of Hwy. 41 next to the Barrie Hall (across from the post office) call 613-3368011 or go to pioneer.mazinaw.on.ca

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t is always a busy time at the Pioneer Museum as members of the Cloyne and District Historical Society prepare for the annual museum opening in late June each year. This year, however, it is busier than usual because the museum has almost doubled in size since it closed last fall. Thanks to a relatively modest Trillium grant of $39,000, a lot of local fund-raising and some volunteer labour, a 1400 square foot addition has been added to the building. The addition will allow for much improved viewing of the museum’s collection of local artifacts, particularly the display of tools. It also includes a gallery for displaying photographs and other artwork, space for genealogical research, a work room for restoring artifacts, and a fully accessible washroom. The old two-seater outhouse, which has served the staff and patrons of the museum since it opened in 1982, was being carted away early this week, but it will not be gone entirely. The solid doors of the outhouse have been re-purposed as display tables for the new tool display area. When the Pioneer Museum was opened in 1982 it was a 600 square foot log building. In 2002, a 1,200 square foot addition was added, and with this latest upgrade the museum now has 3,200 square feet of space. It has a schoolhouse section, a homestead section, church display, and a Tourism and Bon Echo display as well as the new sections that are being added in the new space. “The tools had been jumbled together before, and now they will be properly displayed,” said long-time museum volunteer Margaret Axford on Monday, as a half dozen volunteers and three or four trades-people scurried about, putting the final touches on the renovation and preparing to set the museum up for the opening on Saturday. Among the tools on display will be the museum’s latest acquisition, a well preserved forge. But among all the tools on display there is one that Marg Axford pointed out which symbolizes the kind of life that the settlers in the region lived. It is a corn seeder with a wooden wheel covered by a thin strip

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Luminaries in honour of Friends & Family are available for sale at local retailers or the night of the event.

Tom Revell / Judging for Best Bauder Road Decorated Camp Site 9:45 - 10:15 Luminary Ceremony Luminary Ceremony (9:45 – 10:15) 10:15 - 10:30 Stage Annoucements Pudding Drop 10:45 - 11:45 HD Supply 12:00 - 2:00 All Night All Star Stage Team Trivia Contest Band & Friends 1:30 - 2:00 All Night All-Star Team Captain Meeting Stage Band & Friends (Survivor Tent) 2:15 - 2:45 Sing Along Walk Along 2:45-3:30

Team Cheers

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Canteen available through the night.

Breakfast Team Captain Meeting (Survivor Tent) Closing Ceremonies

Relay For Life is more than just an event... it is a life changing experience.

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TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC GARBAGE SCHEDULE FOR CANADA DAY Residents who would normally have their garbage picked up on Monday, July 1st, (Canada Day) will have their pick up rescheduled for Tuesday, July 2nd. Residents are advised to follow their regular scheduled day for Garbage and Recycling pickups for the remainder of the week.

SWIM AND DAY CAMP REGISTRATION Red Cross Swim Lessons and summer day camps will be offered again this year at Gilmour Point in Battersea, McMullen Beach in Verona and at The Point in Sydenham. See “Recreation” on the township website. For more information contact the Recreation Department at (613) 376-3027 Ext 2231.

COUNCIL COMPENSATION REVIEW Council is forming a four citizen working group to research, evaluate and make recommendations on the method and level of council compensation for council members elected in 2014.

Sydenham Lions raise $5,000 for children’s Medic Alert bracelets O n June 14 the Sydenham and District Lions Club hosted their 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at the Rivendell Golf Club. Clear skies and pleasant temperatures greeted the 110 golfers who showed up early Friday morning for this event. Golfer registration matched last year's record turn-out and was a source of much satisfaction for tournament co-ordinator, Sydenham Lion Jim Kelly. Given the rather damp spring weather, the golf course was in amazing shape due to the hard work of the Rivendell groundskeeping staff. Although no one walked away with any of the great Hole-in-One prizes up for grabs on all the Par 3 holes, one big winner was declared. Laurie Newport won a $500 Rail Travel voucher from VIA Rail Canada for coming out on top in the Putting Contest. The tournament raised over $5000 for the Lions Club to use in their charitable work and once again, the first charitable need to be addressed will be the sponsorship of a local school under the "No Child Without" program. This program is jointly sponsored by the Lions Clubs of Canada and the Medic-Alert Foundation and is designed to ensure that any elementary age child from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 who needs a Medic-Alert bracelet or pendant receives one free of charge. Previous tournaments have raised funds to cover this program at five local schools (Loughborough Public School, Perth Road Public School, St. Patrick Catholic School, Elginburg Public School

Civic minded individuals who are interested in participating on this working group are asked to see our website for more details and instructions for applying.

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WASTE DISPOSAL SITES Operational Plan - May 1st Changes Residents are advised that changes in hours of operation, tipping fees and accepted materials came into effect May 1st, 2013. Please see the township website and view the “Waste Management Changes” document on the home page. A paper copy can be picked up at the Municipal Offices for those who cannot print a copy off the web site.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE SITE DAYS The Household Hazardous Waste Site at 2491 Keeley Road will be open from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm every Thursday from April 4th, 2013 to October 31st, 2013. See our website for details.

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Bellrock Theatre’s “Great Ice Cream Scheme” endless scheming gave the play its momentum. Other notable performances included Kathy King as the ever twirling, happy-go-lucky Candy Sprinkles, and her love interest Walt Nutz played with aplomb by Michel Alarcon. The two brought the house down with their behind the counter love antics, which left them as red-faced as maraschino cherries. Everyone got a taste of the latter at the intermission. Debbie Lingen played Nana Peel to great effect as the brains and common sensical go to of the bunch and Brian Robertson’s portrayal of Pop was perfect in all of his teethchattering and odd-tick, old-timer charm. Much of the humor came from the zany, old-fashioned

PAGE 9 language in which the script was written and in the abundant physical comedy that took place on stage, especially between the villains and their oh-so innocent victims. John Stevens brought forth the script’s “play within a play” element as the stage hand who keeps entering the action, preferring to act alongside the cast members rather than just move the props around. As in any good melodrama, the script also invited audience participation. The audience was encouraged to boo the villains and applaud the heroes, and early on some unsuspecting female audience members were asked to offer up their most evil chortles. The stage looked great thanks to Director Doug, Howard Hutcheson and Peter Platenius and

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Parfait Deluxe (Connie Shibley) puts the moves on the innocent hero Robin Baskins (Cody Steeves) by Julie Druker he Bellrock Schoolhouse Theatre production of the topsy-turvy melodrama, “The Great Ice Cream Scheme” tickled not just the taste buds but also the funny bones of theatre goers at its four-show run. Three of the shows were completely sold out, proving that the Bellrock Schoolhouse Theatre is definitely making waves in community theatre. The play, directed by melodrama hit man Doug MacIntyre who also directed “Here Come The Cows” in October, was a delicious, old-fashioned romp through the trials and tribulations of the proprietors, staff and regular customers of Pop Sicle’s Ice Cream Parlour after Pop’s famous recipe comes to the attention of two evil villains out to build their own ice cream empire. The play opened with newcomers to the community and stage, Jane and Ian McKay, who played Etta Lotta Spumoni and Alex de Spoon, two ravenous ice cream eaters whose love for one another was even greater than their ice cream appetites. Their very funny and punny one liners set the tone for this over the top sweet toothed caper. The cast, many of whom are veterans to the stage, included Cody Steeves who effectively played the romantic, likeable and innocent young hero, Robin Baskins, and Joelle Parr, who played Marsha Mallow, the innocent young waitress and Robin’s love interest with freshness, finesse and a bit of pluck. Dick Miller and Connie Shibley were perfectly cast as the villainous ne’er-do-wells, I.C. Custard the evil plot hatcher and Parfait Deluxe, his klutzy ex-chorus girl sidekick, whose

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The heart break of Algonquin genocide I

n the process of building Canada, the British imposed different languages (French and English), religions (Catholic and Protestant), and legal systems (French Civil Law and British Common Law) on the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation and consequently divided us into two entities. While what is Canada today consists of several provinces and two territories, in its early stages Canada consisted of Upper and Lower Canada, which are now the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. During the early stages of European exploration the main mode of transportation into the land mass we know as Turtle Island was what is now known as the Ottawa River. The Algonquin bands located on both sides of the river were some of the first Nations recorded by Champlain so you can be sure that the French and British knew full well who we were. During European struggles for new land the Algonquin Anishinaabeg were allies with the French. For this, we were severely punished when the British eventually took over. Members of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation were constitutional delegates during the 1764 Treaty at Niagara where Canada's four original constitutional documents were exchanged: the 1763 Royal Proclamation, the British and Western Great Lakes Covenant Chain Confederacy Wampum Belt, the Twenty-Four Nations Wampum Belt, and the Two Row Wampum Belt. Following Creator's law, Indigenous Nations agreed they would share with the European Nations. These documents also collectively codify respect for Indigenous nations' jurisdiction and our right to land and

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By Lynn Gehl Gii-Zhigaate-Mnidoo-Kwe

Lake reserve while all further resources; as well as codify requests for land were then the continued need to polish denied as we were told to go and work on our relationship to Golden Lake. Of course with one another. many Algonquin opted to reRegardless of the main on their land where they Algonquin Anishinaabe parexisted long before settlers ticipation at the Treaty at arrived. Regardless of this efNiagara, afterwards British fort, many Algonquin lost their Canada ignored our endland when they continued to less petitions for land and live by natural law leaving the resources. This went on for land in the winter to hunt, as centuries as the Algonquin well as when they could not submitted over twenty eight pay land taxes imposed as petitions asking that our they remained within a subright to land and resources sistence versus the wage be respected as outlined economy; or because they during the Treaty at Niagapreferred to allow the animal ra. Regardless of this long beings to exist as the Creator time effort, members of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Na- Dr. Lynn Gehl with her 1764 Trea- intended them to be rather tion were relegated to the ty at Niagara Wampum Bundle. than farm the land as Europeans did. margins. Yes, that is right; Photo credit: N Gehl © L Gehl To further punish the we were undesirable in the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation we were also British eyes. denied during the historic treaty process. Historical records expose that British In 1923, Canada once again ignored our Canada argued an Algonquin Anishinaabeg participation in the 1764 Treaty at Niagara settlement made adjacent land undesirwhen our land and resources were identified able for the arriving British settlers. In 1853, under the terms of the Williams Treaty, yet through The Public Lands Act, our land was we were not present during the negotiation granted free to European settlers. Again in process. 1868, through The Free Grant and HomeEventually, after generations of petitions stead Act, our land was granted free to and only after we were in a particularly pitiEuropean settlers. The Algonquin, though, ful state of poverty and division, Canada were not entitled. What is more, in 1927, entered into a land claims and self-governCanada made it illegal for us to hire lawment negotiation process with the Algonquin yers to carry our grievances for land and of Golden Lake, now Algonquin of Pikwàresources forward. kanàgan First Nation. In this process only In 1864 the Algonquin living in Upper the Algonquin living in Ontario are involved, Canada were provided with the Golden

where through this process all Indian status members, approximately 1,800 members, are accepted as beneficiaries. So too are the approximately 6,000 non-status Algonquin accepted as beneficiaries. Through two federal government policies -- the Comprehensive Land Claims Policy and the Inherent Rights Policy -- our jurisdiction, land, and land related rights are not protected but rather continue to be denied and placed within the confines of a small box. Through these policies Canada has imposed on us what it thinks we are entitled to: a very small percentage of our traditional territory and a one-time buy-out. This deal was tabled in November 2012. Clearly 117,000 acres, which amounts to only 1.3 per cent of our traditional territory, and $300 million is a bad deal. This clearly violates the agreement codified in Canada's constitutional documents exchanged during the Treaty at Niagara. It is precisely for this reason that Russell Diabo refers to the current ninety three land claims and self-government so called negotiation tables as "self-termination tables." I agree, and that is why I, in part, paint my face black. Dr. Lynn Gehl is an Algonquin Anishinaabekwe from the Ottawa River Valley. She has a section 15 Charter challenge regarding the continued sex discrimination in The Indian Act, she is an outspoken critic of the Ontario Algonquin land claims and self-government process, and she recently published a book titled Anishinaabeg Stories: Featuring Petroglyphs, Petrographs, and Wampum Belts. You can reach her at lynngehl@gmail.com and see more of her work at lynngehl.com.

BioBlitz at Depot Creek Reserve T

he Kingston Field Naturalists recently held their 15th annual BioBlitz on a property of the Land Conservancy for Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington, the Depot Creek Nature Reserve. This 72-acre property has wetland, woodland and open areas providing habitat for a variety of plants and animals. The weather was perfect and relatively few mosquitoes were encountered! The purpose of a BioBlitz is to list as many plant and animal species as possible in a 24-

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Photo by Gaye Beckwith: Dale Kristensen explains the identifying features of a sedge collecting information on everything from early morning birds to night time moths and from woodland slugs to wetland red-bellied leeches. Participants included Kingston Field Naturalists, professionals, neighbours and youth. The young and not-so-young enjoyed dipping in a pond for a variety of small animals to add to other invertebrates including discovering the species that had entered various live traps left in the water overnight. Fresh water mussels and crayfish were found as well as several species of fish. Plants varying in size from trees and shrubs to grasses, sedges and other flowering herbaceous species were also added to the tally. Some spore bearing species which include ferns, mosses and lichens were recorded. Nighttime activities allowed the addition of those species more active after dark and included bat observations, owl calling and moth identification. Overnight the Whip-poor wills (a species of concern) were heard and the Bullfrog calls were deafening! Guided walks were available to the general public on a variety of natural history themes throughout the event for those wishing to participate and learn about the ecology of the area. Topics included live trap and release of small mammals, bird identification and snake hunting as well as moth, butterfly and dragonfly listing. A special astronomy session was held which proved to be of great interest although this did not add species to our lists. This dark sky site enabled people to have some spectacular sightings with the telescope provided. A delicious BBQ was held at noon on Saturday and prizes were presented for answering quiz questions. The most special sighting was of our only lizard species: a Five lined Skink was seen by many participants. We found a Bluebird nesting in a natural tree cavity in the meadow where Bobolinks and Meadowlarks were also recorded. In addition a night hawk was also heard. These last species are all aerial insectivores and are species of concern mostly because of the loss of their diet species.

The final tally is not in but we do know we recorded 5 mammal species, 66 birds, 9 reptiles and amphibians, 3 fish, 16 dragonflies and 20 species of butterflies. 9 ferns and fern allies were recorded and the final tally of trees, shrubs and herbaceous pants including grasses and sedges is not yet available but usually makes up more than half the total number of species Overall it is estimated that over 400 species were recorded for this one day inventory of the property. The Kingston Field Naturalists hope that future generations will also have the thrill of finding as much variety of life in this area in one day

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was all pastel colors with ice cream-themed paintings, cloth-clad tables and chairs and one broken freezer door that was a key feature in the plot’s unfolding. The props, especially the biggest ice cream sundae likely ever to grace a stage, was courtesy of prop master Judy Goodwin. The costumes, which were designed and created by Debbie Lovegrove, also made the play a visual treat, and featured a wide array of parlour whites and aprons, pretty dresses and decorative head gear like Parfait’s beautifully fruit studded hat. And like all great melodramas this one ends up with the heroes saving the day while the villains are left to face the consequences of their evil shenanigans. Mention should also be made of the theatre’s latest acquisition of brand new stage lights, tables, comfy chairs and a new water system - all thanks to a grant from the Frontenac CFDC. New stage flooring was also purchased and it will soon be installed. It is because of the committed work of the members of the Bellrock Community Association along with a very talented community of crew and cast that the Bellrock Schoolhouse Theatre has become a hot spot for local theatre and other worthwhile community events. For more details about upcoming events visit www.BellRockhall.ca.

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New owners take stock at Godfrey store L

es and Shirley McGowan, who owned and operated McGowan's store in Godfrey for close to five decades, recently relinquished the reins. The couple have sold the store to long-time Godfrey/Sharbot Lake residents Scott and Laurie Love who alongside the McGowans were busy there on Sunday counting stock. It was a bittersweet day for the McGowans. Les is originally from Godfrey and Shirley, is originally from Drayton, Ont. They have amassed 46 years of memories at the store and during their first 20 years in business they lived there

Gilmour’s on 38 Grand Opening

Councilor Ron Vandewal, Councilor Bill Robinson, Nick Gilmour, Councilor Alan McPhail, Jim Gilmour

ongratulations to Jim, Nick and Pat Gilmour and to Terry Grant on the Grand Opening of Gilmour’s On 38 and the Harrowsmith Plaza. On June 15 the Gilmours and Terry Grant celebrated their grand opening with a community BBQ manned by the Sydenham and Verona Lions Clubs and a ribbon cutting ceremony with Township of South Frontenac Councilors Ron Vandewal, Alan McPhail and Bill Robinson.

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with their four young children. The couple shared the responsibilities of running the grocery store/gas station though Shirley might disagree since she also was the Godfrey postmaster for 25 years before retiring a few years ago. When not at the store pumping gas, Les was busy renovating their Fish Creek Road home and cattle farm where they eventually moved with their family. The McGowans got a bit emotional as they reminisced about their favorite memories and the many changes that have taken place at McGowan’s over the past five decades. Shirley recalled how the local trappers used to bring in their beaver, otter and other animal pelts, to be stamped and sold for cash to a fellow from the Hudson Bay Company who used to travel regularly to McGowan's and spend the night there as Les and Shirley's guest. “Those were definitely some fun and interesting times and when you think back, a lot has changed since then,” Shirley said. They also recalled the days when the K&P used to pass by the store window on the other side of the highway and the challenges of trying to care for their four young children, who lived in the store’s apartment way back when. Shirley recalled one memorable day when her kids had gotten into a hot chili plant in the kitchen and were howling their hearts out after rubbing red hot chili residue into their eyes and mouths while she tried to serve customers “I'm sure those customers wondered what kind of a parent I was with all of them bawling their heads off next door,” Shirley said. The McGowans said they will definitely miss talking to their regulars, many of who came in more than once a day and with whom they could always be sure to have a laugh. For Les the store was an opportunity to “get away from the shirt and tie world of corporate banking” where he worked previously as an accountant. The couple are looking forward to retirement, though and the many projects that await them at their home and farm. No doubt they will get in more family time with their four kids and nine grandchildren, some of whom live in the area. Shirley will be able to attend more figure skating events and Les is hoping to renew his pilot’s license and get a bit of flying time in. Both feel assured that they are leaving the store in very capable hands and believe that Scott and Laurie Love will be a perfect new fit for the place. “The Loves are the perfect people to be taking it over since they are from the area and

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also have a great deal of retail experience between them,” Les said. The two have been customers at the store for years and Laurie worked at the Sharbot Lake Country Inn for close to 10 years. Before that, Laurie, her parents and Scott owned and operated the “Loves to Cook” restaurant for eight years in Sharbot Lake before it changed hands and became The Junction. Scott works with the North Frontenac Telephone Company and Laurie will be taking on most of the responsibility at the store, which they are renaming the Godfrey General Store. Both say that they plan to leave things pretty much as they have always been. “We were customers here for a long time and like how the store works, runs and looks so we think we will keep it pretty much the same. We'll just see what people want and take it from there”, Laurie said. The Loves’ oldest son Keegan will also be working a few shifts. The couple say they are thinking of possibly bringing in a line of hunters’ gear but besides that things will remain pretty much as is. The McGowans want to thank all of their loyal customers whom they have served over the years.

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Dave Bush

New Work: Reroofing Asphalt • Cedar • Sheet Metal In Copper • Soffit • Siding Home Maintenance • Repairs Call Sam at 613-335-4301 Arden, ON 28h Years’ Experience

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Pre-Construction Program Runs August – October Ages 15 – 30

Information Session June 26, 2013, 1-2 pm Your job is out there. We’ll help you find it. For more information or to register contact the Sharbot Lake Resource Centre at 1099 Garrett Street (613)545-3949 press 3 or email essl@sl.on.ca

employmentservice.sl.on.ca This Employment Ontario program is funded by the Ontario government.

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What’s the buzz? A

SOCIAL NOTES IN MEMORIAM

GRADUATION

BIRTHDAY

Freda Quinn

With great pride and pleasure, Tim and Sue Asselstine announce that their daughter, Maggie Asselstine graduated from the Algonquin College Early Childhood Education program in August 2012. Maggie received her diploma at Algonquin College’s Convocation Ceremony on June 13th, 2013. Maggie is employed as an RECE at the Ontario Early Years Centre in Sharbot Lake as a Daycare Supply Teacher. Way to Go, Maggie Jo! Love always. Mom, Dad, Luke, Grandpa and Grandma Gibson, Nana Joyce and Lloyd and all your aunts, uncles and cousins.

Happy 12th Birthday

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother, who passed away June 21, 2007. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there, Life moves on and years go by, But love and memories never die. Today, tomorrow, our whole life through, We will always love and remember you. Love always, husband Charlie; Eddie, Patsy, Thomas, Amanda and Sharon CARD OF THANKS

Quilts and Beyond Thank you to Donna Hollywood for helping organize, but a VERY SPECIAL Thank You to Jane Drew who not only organized this event but set it up and ran it! Pete and Velma Nedow for sharing their 1010 Lawn and Garden Center for this event and all the wonderful quilters, bakers, vendors and visitors who came out to support this worthy cause! It was truly appreciated! Well done! Habitat for Humanity

Mountain Grove United Church Thank you to the sponsors of the Silent Auction: Dave Bush, Annette Gray Jackson RMT, Barnabe’s Independent Grocer, Brownlee’s Metro, Canadian Tire Perth, Central Frontenac Twp, Dave Gray Bowes and Cocks Real Estate, Irma Element, Frontenac County, 1010 Lawn & Garden Centre, Giant Tiger Perth, Grays Grocery, Helen Hoogsteen, Home Hardware Perth, Joanne Delyea, Joanne Pickett Pottery, Joel Gray, John DuChene, Judith Versavel, James Keirstead, Canadian Tire Kingston, Lauretta Barker, Lindsay Robson, Lowes Kingston, MARKS Perth, Matson Insurance Brokers, Mike Deans Groceries, North Frontenac Telephone Company, Rams Esso, Revell Ford, Royal Bank, Sarah Hale Batik, Sharbot Lake Provincial Park, Sharbot Lake PHARMACY, Sharon MacMunn, Sylvia & Hughie Gray, The Crossing Restaurant and Pub, Tim Hortons Perth, Village Green, W. A. Robinson & Associates, Wilton Cheese, Peter C. W. Woodwark Woodwark, Stevens & Ireton, KAR Construction. Special thanks to the musicians Dave Johnston, Ray Whitelock, Dave and Marg Taylor. Kudos to Jamie & John our chefs, Murray & Krista, Nancy, Helen, Sharon, Nora, Annette, Emily, Shirley & Percy, Norma, Heather, Maureen & Marlene. Thank you to all the community cooks, and everyone who came out to support our Steak Barbecue and Silent Auction.

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CARD OF THANKS

Gray I would sincerely like to thank Dr Bell and the staff at Sharbot Lake Seniors Home (past and present) for all their care and helpfulness over the years. I wish all of them the very best and have truly appreciated their kindness. Harold Gray

Warren We would like to thank all those who attended our 60th Wedding Anniversary dinner, for their best wishes and cards, also all those who sent us so many beautiful cards. We especially thank our family, Darlene and George, Kevin and Peggy for putting it on, and for the lovely plaque from the Queen, also best wishes from the Governor General and the Prime Minister. We also thank all our grandchildren, their spouses, and friends for all their help, love and support. We are truly blessed. Thank you to Pearl for making the lovely cake, and lastly to Sandra and Frank White for catering the dinner. Thank you. May God bless you all with peace, health, and happiness. Ed and Florence Warren

A Promise for You “And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” Matthew 11: 25

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Madison Cowdy June 19/13

All our love, Mom Dad, Morgan, Macy, Mist & Handsome

Loads of family fun at Loughbrough PS H

by Julie Druker ats off to the Parent Council at Loughborough Public School in Sydenham who entertained hundreds of students and their families on June 14 under sunny skies at their annual fundraiser, which was back this year after a one-year hiatus. Multiple events took place inside and outside the school and included many games, a presentation by Ray's Reptiles in the school gym, demonstrations by the Frontenac OPP, Fire Department and ambulance services, and a bake sale in the school’s main foyer. In the library a silent auction fundraiser took place with many notable donations from local businesses and individuals. Also up for grabs was an impressive selection of fine art paintings, created by LPS students and repre-

by Mike Procter t this time of year the buzz usually comes from annoying pests in the woods, but the Buzz this summer is an event you won’t want to miss. Buzz Collins, radio personality and entertaining hypnotist, will be giving a performance in Sharbot Lake on July 6 that all will want to see. Buzz has performed his comedy hypnosis show throughout North America to rave reviews. I had the good fortune to see his show in Kingston two years ago and I can’t wait to see it again. His show is geared for family entertainment and people of all ages will both laugh at his antics and marvel at his powers of suggestion. In his 90-minute show, Buzz welcomes strangers from the audience (18 and over) to the stage and as he weaves a hypnotic spell over them, you will be amazed and entertained. Guaranteed to be the highlight event of the summer, don’t miss this great show. Buzz will be performing at St. James Catholic Church hall on Saturday, July 6 at 7:30 p.m. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and tickets at $20 each are limited. Advance tickets can be purchased at Northern Frontenac Community Services (adult services) and at The Child Centre. Call 613-279-3151 or 613-279-2244 for further information. Catch the Buzz.

senting each of the individual classrooms at the school. Jason Silver played his acoustic guitar and provided the perfect musical back drop to the day. Christine Marshall, chair of the LPS parent council, was pleased with the turnout. She said that the funds raised by the fun fair will go towards supporting the school’s music department and program, which was brought back this year after a few years’ absence. Funds will also be used to put in a new technology system at the school called Synervoice, which uses an automated messaging service to let parents know of upcoming events at the school.

Chuckles the Clown and friends at the Loughborough Public School Family Fun Day

THANK YOU !! The Sydenham & District Lions Club wish to thank the following whose support made our 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament held on June 14, 2013 at the Rivendell Golf Club such a great success. OUR SPONSORS Beckwith Contracting Inc.; Clinton Dentistry; Empire Life; Hartington Equipment; Hawthorne Kitchens (Kingston); Jim Thompson Chrysler Dodge Jeep; Kamin Law Firm; Kenneth D. Wollin, Chartered Accountants; Kingston Carpet World; Kingston Injury Management Centre; Len Corcoran Excavating; Leonard Fuels Ltd.; M.C.S. Mechanical Contracting Services; Ontario Power Generation; RBC Royal Bank – Sydenham; R. W. Electric; South Frontenac Rental Centre; Sydenham Veterinary Services; Trousdale’s Foodland; Trousdale Funeral Home; VIA Rail Canada; Western Landscape Services A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL WHO DONATED PRIZES Allstate Insurance, Ambassador Conference Centre, Anchor Concrete Products, Atkinson Home Hardware, Bogies to Birdies, Bowes & Cocks - Harrowsmith, CIBC Wood Gundy, Canadian Small Engines, Canadian Tire - Cataraqui Centre, Chartwell Conservatory Pond Retirement Residence, Cornell’s Auto Sales, COSTCO Kingston, East Side Mario’s – Division St., Glenburnie Grocery, Gorr’s Maple Syrup, Grant’s nofrills, Hendrix Restaurant Supplies, Hillside Coffee, J.E. Agnew Food Services, J.R. Autobrokers, Jim’s Auto Service - Harrowsmith, Kelsey’s Restaurants, Krown Kingston, L, D. Powersports, MCS Mechanical, Memory Lane Flowers, North Country Marine, Northway Home Hardware, Oil Changers Inc., P. G. Sports Excellence, Pam’s Flowers, Pioneer Gas Bar, RBC Sydenham, Raymond James Ltd., Revell Ford Lincoln, Rivendell Golf Club, S. C Johnson Ltd., Silverbrook Garden Centre, State Farm Insurance – Bridget Walker-Payne, Sydenham Drugsmart Pharmacy, Sydenham Landscape Products, Sydenham Motors, Sysco Kingston, TD Direct Investing, The Landings Golf Course, The Loyal Oarsman, Van Zuylen’s Tire & Alignment, Wilmer Wicks, Willows Agriservices, Wilton Cheese.

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june 20, 2013

The Classifieds Ad Rates: Classified Text ads: $8.85 + HST per insertion for 20 words & under; 20¢ each extra word. Deadline: 4 pm Monday; Ph: 613-279-3150, Fx: 613-279-3172; nfnews@frontenac.net

AUTOMOTIVE KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. We sell cars for under $1990 safetied & E-tested, low kilometres. We have good winter tires. We take trade-ins. 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613885-8644 KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

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

FLEA MARKET

TONI’S AND JP’S FLEA MARKET - 6107 Hwy. 506 at Ardoch Road. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. 613-479-0341.

FOR RENT BACHELOR – 1 bedroom apt., $650/month, all inclusive, Northbrook area. Also 4 bedroom townhouse, $850 plus utilities. 613-336-0951 U-LOCK STORAGE UNITS for rent. Northbrook. Call 613-336-2641 for information and pricing.

FOR SALE 2000 DODGE DAKOTA, club cab, radio, automatic, 2 wheel drive, 267,000km; not certified, $1000. Phone 613-375-6142 CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING UNIT, brand new 3 ton. Never used. Call 613-336-2641 CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES Things are heating up! 2013 Sale!! Save up to $1300 on selected models. Call for more information. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613 GREAT SELECTION OF GIFTS for teachers and graduates, only at Nicole’s Gifts, 6709 Main Street, Verona. Phone 613-374-2323 MOVING SALE at Century Farm. Equipment: land, maple syrup, horse, sports; antiques, boats, motors, deer camp, building material, motorized wheelchair; household; 613-3741892 NEW HOLLAND SQUARE BALER, Model 276. Good condition, works great, $1200. 613372-5431

DOUG’S ANTENNA SALES & SERVICE We are your full service dealer for both BELL TV and SHAW DIRECT Satellite. This month’s SHAW Special – Get HDTV in up to 4 rooms for only $50 a room! Call 613-374-3305 for enquiries. www.dougsantenna.com

GARAGE/YARD SALES HUGE GARAGE SALE. 5791 Matawatchan Road. Griffith 2km from Hwy. 41. June 28, 29, 30, July 1st. 74ft. by 24ft. of goodies. Appliances, furniture, décor, housewares, tools, dawn ‘til dusk, rain or shine. See you!! MOVING SALE, June 29 & 30, 8am – 2pm. Everything must go; something for everyone; 2425 Long Lake Road, Mountain Grove. PLANT SALE, 1787 North Road, Plevna, Saturday June 22nd and 29th, 8am-4pm. Info 613-479-5576. Annuals, perennials and some herbs, excellent prices; home-baked goodies. We happily accept plant pots and trays. SPYGLASS COVE, 1016 Schoolhouse Rd. Clarendon, Hwy 509. Open Tues – Sat. 8am7pm. Ceramic Teddy bear lamp; tablecloths, candle collection; hand-crafted mystery novels; camping equipment; shoe holders; fishing lures; tools, etc. New items every week THIS AND THAT THRIFT SHOP, 32 Peterson Rd., Northbrook (turn at lights in Northbrook). Open 9 am to 7 pm, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Something for everyone. YARD SALE – Saturday, June 22nd. A little bit of everything! 1458 Mountain Grove Road, Mountain Grove

HELP WANTED EXPERIENCED AND PROFESSIONAL STAFF needed to clean home and cottages every Saturday, start wage $17.00 an hour. For more information please call: 613-335-5333

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up.

NEW APPLIANCES

At the lowest prices in the area. Trade-ins accepted on new appliances. Big selection to choose from. We Sell Gas Refrigerators

PAYS CASH $$$

For good used appliances in working order or not, but no junk please. VISA and MASTERCARD accepted. We have our own financing also. Shop at our competitors and then come see for yourself quality at low prices.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

Smitty’s “KING of APPLIANCES”

Open Evenings & Seven Days a Week - River Road Corbyville, Just North of Corby’s (613) 969-0287

HELP WANTED GOOD WAGE OFFERED for Saturday cleaners. Stop by or call Tumblehome Lodge, 613-279-2414

HUNTING & FISHING FIREARMS & HUNTER ED COURSES. Harrowsmith: Firearms Course – July 19 and 20, Hunter Education Course – August 9 and 10. Wild Turkey license examinations. Call Bill at 613-335-2786 HUNTER SAFETY AND FIREARMS COURSES. Turkey Examinations. Please call for course dates and details. Call Richard 613-336-9875.

MERA Art Camp L

ooking for something creative and enjoyable for your children or grandchildren this summer? Consider enrolling them in MERA’s Art Camp for children aged five to twelve at the MERA Schoolhouse in McDonalds Corners. The camp runs from Monday to Friday, July 8 to 12, 10 am to 3 pm each day. Under the guidance of talented artist Janice Ling, the camp’s director, children from ages 5 - 12 create a different project every day using a different medium. Children will be exploring shapes and using them in the day’s project,

TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC Council will be considering a road renaming bylaw on June 25, 2013 That portion of Leggat Lake Road which is under private ownership will be re-named Leggat Lake Lane. For questions or comments regarding this proposal please contact Charlene Godfrey at the municipal office 613-2792935 ext 245

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS Request for Quotations Notice Flinton Hall Windows & Doors Retrofit Project

LOST LOST CAT – Tryon/Bender Road area, white and fluffy furred grey spayed cat, named Angus – if spotted call 279-3268

Flinton Hall Windows & Doors Retrofit Project

MUSIC LESSONS

Copies of the Request for Quotations can be picked up from the Township office at #72 Edward St. Flinton, ON K0H 1P0.

SERVICES DRYWALL AND PLASTER REPAIRS. Professionally trained. Drywall installation, old fashioned quality, three coat hand finishing. Free estimates. Call Rick at 613-375-8201. FINE CONSTRUCTION prop. John St. Aubin experienced renovator. For free estimate call 613-375-6582. Web site www.mindspan.net/ construction HANDYMAN WITH TRUCK; general labor, Junk Pickup/Disposal, Minor home repairs & local pickups/deliveries. Call Kevin 9-5, MonSat. 613-279-1901 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 available at The Frontenac News, the Annex (rear building), 1095 Garrett St., Sharbot Lake. Competitive prices! 8½“ x 11” - Black & White, 1-10 copies: 15¢ ea; 11-25 copies: 10¢ ea; 26+ copies 8¢ ea. Color copies 65¢ each (25¢ for 50+). Taxes extra. Call 613279-3150 for information.

Quotations shall be submitted in hard copy, clearly marked as to contents, in a sealed envelope to the Township office no later than 16:00 on July 5, 2013. All proponents who intend to submit an RFQ must attend at the Flinton Hall, prior to the submission deadline, to acquaint themselves with the scope of the work to be done. All questions should be directed to the Township office, Flinton, ON, Mon-Fri to (613) 336-2286.

2012 Kia Rondo

Previous daily rental, Less than 12,500 kms. $17,995 plus tax, licensing & admin ($329)

WANTED TO BUY

STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.

WORK WANTED GREEN CLEAN SERVICES available in Central and North Frontenac. All eco friendly products provided. Call Jane 613-479-2500

2008 Kia Rondo

Local trade, less than 46,000 kms $12,995 plus tax, licensing and admin ($329)

In the neighborhood Your local businesses!

The Treasure Trunk Second Tyme Around Clothing

1171 Cannon Rd., Sharbot Lake

613-279-2113 Summer Hours: Mon - Fri: 9am-4pm Saturday 9am-3pm

5 Bag Days Every Day

Quality New & Used Clothing at Affordable Prices! For furniture drop off, please call ahead. 279-2113 ask for Janet.

The Township of North Frontenac EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - TO FILL A VACANCY Administrative / Financial Assistant The Township is seeking resumés for a vacant position from a highly motivated, experienced, hands-on person to join our municipal team as the Administrative / Financial Assistant. Working under the direction of the Deputy Treasurer, the incumbent will assist her with the Township’s administrative, treasury and office support needs, in accordance with the procedures and guidelines established by the policy of Township Council and/or the CAO. Job duties shall include, but are not limited to, assisting the Deputy Treasurer with the development and maintenance of the Township’s Office Support Pool to ensure that the required Support Staff Administrative and Treasury operational needs of the Township are completed in the most efficient and effective manner; the maintenance of the Asset Management System and Long Term Capital Plan; assist with Property Taxes, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll. Candidates shall have a post-secondary education focused on finance, accounting and/or public administration or equivalent education and experiences; be bondable; experience and good working knowledge of computers, including MS-Word, MS-Excel and e-mail/internet programs; and have a high degree of tact and public relation skills. Preference will be given to individuals with financial software experience and at least one year experience in a government, preferably municipal setting. The salary range is $19.89 - $24.03 per hour and the normal work week is 37.5 hours. A comprehensive benefit package is available. A copy of the Role Description can be obtained from the undersigned. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Township of North Frontenac is an equal opportunity employer.

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which will include stained glass making, paper folding, pottery, painting, and futuristic building design. Games and other activities are also built into the day’s routine. The camp is moderately priced at $160 for MERA members and $170 for non-members, and includes all art supplies. To register, email meraschoolhouse@bell.net or call 613-2780388.

NOTICE Proposed Road Re-Naming

The Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands invites quotes from qualified proponents for:

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

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2008 Nissan Altima

Well cared for with less than 71,000 kms $12,995 plus tax, licensing and admin ($329)

6l3.326.0023 www.perthkia.ca

Please apply with a detailed resumé by Noon local time on Thursday, July 4, 2013 to: Cheryl Robson, AMCT CAO Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506, Plevna, ON K0H 2M0 Phone: (613) 479-2231 Ext. 221 Fax: (613) 479-2352 E-mail: cao@northfrontenac.ca

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Northern Happenings Northern Happenings listings are free for community groups, and will be published for two weeks. Other listings are paid or are taken from paid ads elsewhere in the paper. The News makes every effort to be accurate but details of events should be independently verified by readers.

Donations to offset the cost of publication would be appreciated. Thursday June 20 CENTRAL FRONTENAC MINOR SOFTBALL, 6:30pm Parham @ Mtn Grove; Sutton Group @ Parham; GKSA @ Sharbot Lake; 8:30pm Inverary @ Parham, Wykes Boat Works @ Sharbot Lk SHARBOT LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL CLOSING CEREMONY 1:15pm, student performances, memory room, all welcome

Friday June 21 NORTHBROOK - NEW OLD TYME FIDDLERS, 7:30pm, Lions Hall, $6 non-members, $5 members, entertainers $2, lunch, prizes. All welcome PLEVNA – BINGO FUNDRAISER for ClarMill volunteer firefighters, 7-9pm, cash prizes, Clar-Mill hall RELAY FOR LIFE in NORTH & CENTRAL FRONTENAC Canadian Cancer Society fundraiser, 7pm-7am, held at Parham ball field.; info: Christine Teal, 613-375-6525 or visit convio.cancer.ca and go to the Sharbot Lake site SHARBOT LAKE – EUCHRE, Anglican Church Hall, 12 noon $5 includes lunch SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7 pm, Steak BBQ SHARBOT LAKE - YOUTH DANCE, Oso Hall, 6-9pm, $6, sponsored by Northern Frontenac Community Services

Saturday June 22 CLOYNE PIONEER MUSEUM, Grand Opening of the museum and Archives Expansion,11am; BBQ, music by Pickled Chicken String Band; all welcome FARMERS’ MARKETS – Local farmers’ markets held every Saturday, 9am-1pm at: McDonalds Corners MERA schoolhouse; Sharbot Lake Oso beach; Verona Lions Club HARROWSMITH - TURKEY & STRAWBERRY SUPPER, St. Paul’s United Church, 4:306:30pm; $12, children $6; 6yrs & under free; family rates available. HENDERSON - YARD SALE, community centre, 8am, sponsored by the United Church PINE MEADOW GOLF CLASSIC, Hunter’s Creek Golf Course, Cloyne, fundraiser for Pine Meadow Nursing Home, $55 per golfer, register: pinemeadowgolf2012@gmail.com VERONA - FAMILY FUN DAY, Pentecostal

june 20, 2013

Assembly, 11am-2pm; w/ Westport Animal Zoo, air castles, pie sale, BBQ, crafts VERONA - STRAWBERRY SOCIAL by Portland District & Area Heritage Society, Lions Hall, 10am-1pm, $6; 12yrs & under $3.

Sat & Sun June 22 & 23 PALMERSTON LAKE BASS DERBY, Featured Guest. “Big” Jim McLaughlin, under 16 yrs free, $40 includes Sat night dinner; doubles211@gmail.com; 1-866-661-4949.

Sunday, June 23 BURRIDGE – GREEN BAY CEMETERY SERVICE, United Church, 2:30pm, music, refreshments, all welcome ELPHIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 167th Anniversary, 11am; lunch to follow, all welcome. ELPHIN - CRAWFORD’S CEMETERY DECORATION SERVICE, 2pm, please bring lawn chair; freewill offering for cemetery upkeep, rain location Elphin Presbyterian Church; info: 613-278-2385 HARROWSMITH - SMORGASBORD DINNER, Golden Links Hall, $13; 4:30-6pm call Barb 372-2315 MCDONALDS CORNERS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY General Meeting, 1pm, Agricultural Hall, please join us to finalize Fall Fair; all welcome; info: 613-259-3480. RAILTON - GOSPEL NIGHT FOR TUK, St. Patrick’s Church, 7-9pm, free will offering will go to Tuktoyaktuk, North West Territories, refreshments, all welcome VERONA - MUSIC IN THE PARK w/ Lisa Vee, Jazz & Blues, 1-3pm; free; please bring lawn chair. WESTPORT - CONCERT of mainly gospel music by Faithful Friends, United Church, 7pm; refreshments; freewill offering.

Monday June 24 CENTRAL FRONTENAC MINOR SOFTBALL, 6:30pm Perth Rd @ Parham SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151.

Tuesday June 25 HARROWSMITH WOMEN’S INSTITUTE meet at St. Paul’s United Church, 6pm, summer potluck, new members welcome LAND O’LAKES COMMUNITY SERVICES AGM, Flinton Rec Centre, 5:30pm; all welcome LAND O’LAKES QUILTERS meet 9am, Pineview Free Methodist Church, Cloyne; new quilters welcome; info: Lynn 613-336-8080, clynn313@gmail.com SHARBOT LAKE – TEA & TOAST, United Church, 9-10:30am; $2, all welcome. SYDENHAM - BLOOD DONOR CLINIC, high school 3:30-6:30pm; appointments recommended, 1-888-2-DONATE (236-6283)

Wednesday June 26

CENTRAL FRONTENAC MINOR SOFTBALL, 6:30pm Parham @ Mtn Grove; Sharbot Lk @ Parham RURAL WOMEN’S GROUP, 1:30-3pm, Southern Frontenac Community Services, 4419 George St.; free transportation avail: 613-376-6477; 1-800-763-9610, all women welcome SHARBOT LAKE - ALZHEIMER’S LEARNING SERIES; 10am-noon, United Church hall, free, pre-registration required: Caitlin Stevenson 613-544-3078; cnorwich-stevenson@alzking.com.

Thursday June 27 CENTRAL FRONTENAC MINOR SOFTBALL, 6:30pm Sydenham @ Parham; East Storrington @ Mtn Grove; Nadeau Realty @ Sharbot Lk; 8:30pm Central Frontenac @ Sharbot Lk CLOYNE: SENIORS SOFTBALL, Thursdays 9am, ball field, all skills welcome. Don 3362452; Lauder 336-2998 HARROWSMITH DINERS, noon, Free Methodist Church, for 55+yrs, $11. Reservations required 613-376-6477 SYDENHAM - ALZHEIMER SUPPORT GROUP 7-9pm, Grace Centre; info: 613-5443078.

Saturday, June 29 ARDEN - Artisans’ Garden Party & Open House, 10am-5pm; Joanne Picket potter, Sarah Hale Batik Artist; Judith Versavel painter & jewellery artist. Strawberry Social, 1:30-3:30pm, by Kennebec & District Historical Society at community center. Unveiling of Business and Events sign at 2pm. Chicken BBQ at Legion 5-8pm. BOLINGBROKE - COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Bake Sale, etc. ABC Hall, sponsored by ABC Association, tables $10 outside; $15 inside; 613-273-2571 BON ECHO PROVINCIAL PARK – Sciensational Ssnakes, 11am-1pm, children’s program area, park admission applies HARLOWE DANCE, 8pm, w/ Country Band, community centre, $8, lunch, prizes, info: Marie 613-336-2557 MATAWATCHAN COMMUNITY MARKET resumes for season; 9am-1pm; fresh Veggies, Outdoor Oven baked bread, maple syrup, etc. MATAWATCHAN - CANADA DAY PICNIC 1-5pm; music, baked beans competition, kids’ games, fashion show, horseshoes & more, presented by Cultural Centre Group, pls. bring item for food bank; register baked beans Victoria at 613-333-9319 SHARBOT LAKE – GARAGE, BAKE SALE & BBQ, Pentecostal Church starts 9am; benefit for church SNOW ROAD – CANADA DAY BREAKFAST, & home baking sale, 8-11am, Snowmobile clubhouse, pancakes avail., 1106 Gemmills Rd., all welcome. SNOW ROAD - STRAWBERRY SOCIAL,

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Sunday June 30 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, Bedford Hall 1381 Westport Rd, Bluegrass, Country, Gospel & more, $2, 613-374-2614 FLINTON - THROUGH THE ROOF - 6:30pm, open mic, all welcome OMPAH – CANADA DAY COLD PLATE SUPPER, community centre, 5:30-7pm, $10; children $5, all welcome

Monday, July 1 – CANADA DAY DENBIGH - CANADA DAY 5pm, potluck picnic; flag dedication, music, children’s games; 8pm Open Mic; 9:30pm, fireworks!! HARROWSMITH – CANADA DAY, Centennial Park; parade 10am, kids’ games, miniputt, Recycled Reptiles, contests, air castles, music & more; fireworks at dusk SHARBOT LAKE - CANADA DAY, Oso Beach, Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Games, BBQ at the beach, music, fireworks at dusk. SHARBOT LAKE – MURAL UNVEILING, 11am, Railway Kiosk across from municipal offices; project of Central Frontenac Railway Heritage Society SYDENHAM – CANADA DAY: parade starts 1pm from fire hall; pony rides, air castle, antique cars, dog trials, live music; fireworks at dusk

Tuesday July 2 PLEVNA – GOLDEN FRIENDSHIP CLUB MEETING, 2pm, after Haystack Lunch at Flinton, call Edith, 613-479-2089

Tues – Fri July 2-5 DENBIGH - VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL, community hall, for 5 - 12yrs, 1:30-3:30pm, Bible stories, crafts, games, snacks; reserve: Nancy 333-2204, Angela 333-1901; sponsor: Vennachar Free Methodist Church.

Wednesday July 3 HENDERSON - BAKE SALE & TEA, UCW Hall, 11:30am, tea includes sandwiches, pickles, desserts, beverage, $6, all welcome. PLEVNA - STRAWBERRY SOCIAL 11:30am, Clar-Mill Hall, 11:30am-1:30pm; $10; $4 6-12; 5 & under free; fundraiser for Holy Trinity Anglican Church & Clar-Mill Community Volunteers. SHARBOT LAKE - ALZHEIMER’S LEARNING SERIES; 10am-noon, United Church hall, free, pre-registration required: Caitlin Stevenson 613-544-3078; cnorwich-stevenson@alzking.com. SNOW ROAD – FOOT CARE CLINIC, community hall, appointment 613-279-3151.

Thursday July 4 SHARBOT LAKE - LOCAL FOOD COOKING WORKSHOP, free, Andrea Dickinson demonstrates cooking with local food from the market, 7-9:30pm Oso Hall.

Thurs – Sat. July 4, 5 & 6 VERONA LIONS JAMBOREE, 6:30pm; Games of Chance; Bingo; Mini Golf; Midway Rides & Games, Lions Centre

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he Friends of Arden are pleased to announce that the new community business and services information sign for Arden is now completed and installed. This beautiful sign features a main panel with raised “Arden” lettering and the slogan, “Naturally Beautiful. Friendly by Nature”, a separate panel depicting maps of the village and the local area, plus two larger wing panels which provide a forum for advertising businesses and other local organizations. “Coordinating all those interested in being part of the display and then designing the sign itself have taken several months, but the long awaited final result has been worth all the work”, says Dorothy Proctor, the originator of the group. The sign is one part of the many ongoing efforts to improve and revitalize Arden, Terry Kennedy the Chair of the Friends of Arden, points out. After receiving a grant from the Frontenac County Integrated Community Sustainability Planning fund, the group was able to commission and purchase the sign for Arden. This new sign not only gives direction where visitors are able to see different areas of interest in Arden, which includes hiking trails, it also provides a forum for

submitted by the Friends of Arden advertising for many businesses within the area. The sign was created by local signmaker Rodger MacMunn after much consultation with the group’s Sign Committee, as well as the overall Steering Committee. The sign installation represents one more step toward revitalization and will hopefully serve to allow people to identify with Arden, and help promote the community as a vibrant place to visit. The Friends of Arden are most grateful to the County of Frontenac for the grant and to the Township of Central Frontenac for their support of the grant application. “Without the support of both levels of local government, this venture would not have been possible”, Kennedy added. The public is invited to attend an unveiling of this sign on Sat. June 29 at 2pm in its newly created parkade location on Arden Road, immediately south of Highway 7. This event is planned in conjunction with the ‘Garden Party’ organized by Arden artisans and the Strawberry Social sponsored by the local Historical Society. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the unveiling and follow up by dropping in to see the artists' work and enjoy the refreshments that will be served.

Sydenham Foodland celebrates 25 years L-r: Store Manager Steve, Councilor Al McPhail, Karen, Ginny and John Trousdale at the blue ribbon cutting on June 15. Why a blue ribbon? Twenty-five years ago, when Nobe Trousdale, a staunch Conservative, saw a red ribbon about to be cut, he insisted on changing it to Tory blue. Photo by Wilma Kenny

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NAEC students learn with OFAH E

By Valerie Allan lementary students and staff at North Addington Education Centre met with a team from OFAH (Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters) and participated in a series of activities which gave them a better understanding of their environment. This program was sponsored by OFAH at no cost to NAEC students (who would normally have to pay). The presentation of this program was organized by Student Success teacher Sarah Sproule, an avid hunter and fisher herself. The presentations were designed for Kindergarten to Grades 5/6. Students rotated through 10 different activities focused on different issues, and the weather co-operated with a lovely sunny day. Activities included a deer game, a fishing information session, a prey game, and a casting challenge. Outside on the football field, groups learned about the balance between species and their predators and food sources. Students were divided into groups consisting of deer, resources and predators, and played a game that showed how populations shifted

depending on availability of food sources. Inside, in the new foyer, students watched an information presentation regarding different types of fish. They then played a Jeopardy game in which they identified different local fish, ranging from yellow perch to rainbow trout. Outside once again, students investigated the difficulties encountered by birds when searching for prey. They took turns in an activity in which they role played being "eagles" and "prey". In the gym, students did a "casting challenge". This took the form of a relay in which students took it in turns to cast fishing lines into a hoop. The Kindergarten to Grade 2 students participated in the morning session, and the Grade 3 to Grade 6 group participated in the afternoon. The activities were run by 3 college/university students and one staff member employed by OFAH, and the event was a big success. "It was well organized, and the kids learned a great deal and had a lot of fun," said Ms. Buck, who teaches Grade 5/6.

(Seated) L-r back: Andre Tryon, Emma Fuller, Shannon Rosenblath, Megan Brzoska; middle: Madison Lloyd, Josh McIsaac, Willow Lawrence; front: Owen Bright, Faith Shiner, Julia Cuddy.

NAEC artists show their talent S By Valerie Allan everal North Addington Education Centre students, from a variety of grades, had work accepted for the Spring Exhibition at the Lennox and Addington County General Hospital Students' Art Gallery. They were also invited to the Grand Opening on May 15. The following students' art was chosen: Faith Shiner; Owen Bright and Julia Cuddy; Madison Lloyd, Willow Lawrence and Josh McIsaac; Shannon Rosenblath; Emma Fuller (two pieces); and Megan Brzoska and Andre Tryon.

Weekend Pine Grove Pizza opens in Northbrook of music at Sharbot Lake L Country Inn A

By Jeff Green ast year, Larry and Carol Pealow purchased a food trailer with the idea of opening a seasonal food business to complement the services of the Pine Grove Motel, which they run. “It took time to get everything organized, to purchase equipment, etc,” said Carol, who had a lot of experience in the food business before moving with Larry to Northbrook and buying the motel. The Pealows said they did not want to duplicate the other food businesses in the vicinity, so they have stayed away from French fries and burgers, focussing instead on making fresh pizzas for drive by traffic or telephone orders. In addition to small, medium and large Cheese, Pepperoni, Hawaiian, Canadian, Vegetarian, Meat Lovers and PG’s Special Pizzas, PG’s Pizza always has a selection of pizza slices available for as little as $3.50. Hot dogs and sausages are on offer. The Pealows are buying as much of their sup-

plies locally as possible. The pizza dough is coming from Belleville, and the sausage and hot dog buns are being purchased from the Blue Bench Bakery in Denbigh. When local produce is available later in the summer it will be used on the pizzas as well. “We just opened last week and thus far it has gone pretty well. People have been coming in for lunch and throughout the afternoon. We will be ready for the summer traffic when it hits in July,” said Carol, who is doing the cooking herself thus far, and will be hiring some help for the summer rush. Larry will be sticking to running the motel and helping with maintenance and cleaning. “I can boil water pretty well,” he said, “but for anything else I leave it to Carol.” PG’s Pizza is open between Thursdays and Mondays, from noon – 7 pm. It is a cash only business currently, but will have Interac available in a couple of weeks. Call 613-8857976 to order or stop by.

Sydenham Lake Canoe Club S by Helen Parfitt, SLCC ydenham Lake Canoe Club, now in its 16th year in its Sydenham location, is introducing new paddling programs this summer. The club now has experienced certified Canoe Kayak Canada coaching staff, and we have decided that it is time to offer CKC’s kayaking skills program to allow South Frontenac area youth the same opportunities to develop athletically as youth from larger urban centres. The Canoe Kids kayaking program is equivalent to the Red Cross swimming program in that there are attainable skill levels that paddlers can achieve. The week-long program involves paddling, and playing on-the-water games that indirectly lead to skill development. At the end of the week, paddlers will receive a report card and certificate indicating their skill level and a bronze, silver and gold ribbon to recognize their level of achievement. They can complete all three levels of the program in less than a month if they choose, or they can take one or two skill levels per summer. Paddlers will have so much fun that they won’t even be aware that they are learning. Paddle Cross Fitness Training is another program being offered for Sydenham athletes ages 8 to adult who wish to cross train for their seasonal sports during the summer months. Paddling works the upper body, abdominal core, and back muscles, allowing athletes to have more success and fewer injuries in their chosen sport that use these muscles. The program will be suitable for

hockey or soccer players, dancers or anyone who just wants to get or stay in shape. The club also offers a Master’s program in the evening for adults who would like to socialize, get exercise or just get out on the lake to relax. SLCC is an offshoot of The Cataraqui Canoe Club, a sprint racing canoe club established in 1886 in Kingston. The club will continue to offer its tradition of offering its Competitive Sprint Paddling program, an intensive competitive paddling program for paddlers age 8 and over who enjoy the fun of serious competition. Sprint paddlers train daily to compete on weekends in divisional and provincial canoe and kayak CKC-sanctioned regatta events held throughout Ontario. These regattas are also open to any youth or adult paddler registered in our week-long programs. SLCC prides itself in being an inclusive True Sport environment. This year, the club will provide Competitive Sprint program full bursaries to athletes recommended by other physical education teachers or sports club coaches in the Frontenac region or, and as-needed, bursaries to Canoe Kid and Cross Training paddlers. Sprint Paddling athletes from all over the world will be descending on Ontario as Ontario hosts the World Cup Canoe Niagara 2013 in paddling in Welland on August 1. Last year, two of the club’s paddlers qualified for the Ontario Summer Games 2012 in Toronto and two recent alumni qualified for the National Championships in Dartmouth,

by Jeff Green fter a bit of a quiet spell in recent weeks, this weekend will be chock full of music at the Sharbot Lake Country Inn. The first show of the weekend has already taken place. It was a return performance by The Once, which took place on Wednesday night, June 19. That show was sold out weeks ago, so no need to fret about missing it. On Saturday night, June 22, the Slocan Ramblers, a Toronto-based Bluegrass band, will make their Sharbot Lake debut. The Slocan Ramblers are Frank Evans on banjo, Adrian Gross on mandolin, Darryl Poulson on guitar and Allistair Whitehead on bass. The band was formed in 2009 and has been playing in Toronto on a regular basis ever since. The show in Sharbot Lake is part of a mini-tour that sees them in Montreal, Dunham QC, and Mountain, Ontario this week. The next show they will play after the Country Inn will be at the Toronto International Jazz Festival where they will open for Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers featuring Edie Bickell. Tickets are $20 and the show starts at 8:30pm On Sunday and Monday nights, Sherman Downey and the Ambiguous Case will return to their home away from home in Ontario. The Newfoundland-based band recently won the CBC Searchlight competition for their song “Thick as Thieves” after a campaign that was launched at a show at the Country Inn in the late winter. The Sunday night dinner show is sold out, but tickets are available for the Monday night concert. They also cost $20 and the show starts at 8 p.m. So mark the start of a summer of music in Frontenac County by coming out to one of these top-flight shows. For more information see the ad on page 16 Nova Scotia. The club is often asked by other coaches at regattas how such a small club produces such strong paddlers. We attribute it to three things: the high standards of our excellent coaches, Jack Fenlong and Natasha Ostopovich; the focus that a smalltown environment provides; and finally, the support and encouragement given by the community of Sydenham. For more information on our programs go to www.sydenhamlakecanoeclub.com or email: haro@kos.net

A total of 55 pieces were displayed, representing 8 schools in the area, so NAEC's art comprised 20% of the display. Part of this is attributable to the fact that NAEC students seem to have an affinity with the arts. Part of it is due to the fact that NAEC is a Kindergarten to Grade 12 school, so their contributions are the equivalent of two schools. Principal Angela Salmond remarked, "Although we could be considered two schools, we like to think of ourselves as one family. We celebrate the achievements of all of our family - both younger and older members."

Save the salamanders on the Mazinaw

by Jeff Green att Ellerbeck will be bringing some of his domestic and exotic salamanders to a free educational event at the Mazinaw Lakeside Resort, located on Hwy. 41 north of Bon Echo Park on June 29 from 9 to 11 am. Ellerbeck is a naturalist who learned about salamanders as a kid on Marble Lake. He lives in Brockville now, but travels often to talk about how salamanders live on the Canadian Shield, what threats they face, and how people can help keep salamanders off the endangered species list. “Everything that I do, I do because I sincerely believe it will help contribute to the conservation and betterment of salamanders, which is my ultimate goal and ambition! Salamanders are the focal point of my life. There is not a day that goes by that I am not doing something salamander related, whether it's presenting educational lectures on salamander conservation, writing articles, giving interviews, or collecting observations of salamanders in the wild. When I am not doing such activities I am planning and prepping for such efforts. A good portion of every day also goes towards the care of the many salamanders that I live with. These salamanders take turns accompanying me during my lectures and presentations. Here they act as education animals and ambassadors for their kind, helping to further promote conservation and protection,” Matt Ellerbeck says on his website. There are a number of salamander species in the local area, Ellerbeck said, including the Blue Spotted and Yellow Spotted Salamander, the Two Lined Salamander and the Eastern Redback Salamander, as well as two aquatic species, the Eastern Newt and the Mudpuppie. The presentation is free to the public. For further information, call 613805-5400. Mazinaw Lakeside Resort is located north of Bon Echo Park at 17370 Hwy. 41; phone 613-336-1760

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