The Frontenac News Christmas Greetings 2014
Christmas Art Contest
▲ Ages 6-7: 3rd - Logan Chaisson, age 7, GREC
▲ Ages 4-5: 2nd - Winter Neill, JK, NAEC
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▲ 11 & Up: 2nd - Teagan Cox, age 12, LOLPS
▲ Ages 8-10: 2nd - Owen Bright, age 9, NAEC
▲ 11 & Up: 3rd - Annika Putnam, age 11, GREC
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Christmas Art Contest
▲ Ages 4-5 3rd - William Buckley, SK
A prayer by Rev. Patsy Henry, Harrowsmith-Verona Pastoral Charge
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ast night as my family began turning off the lights and saying good night to each other, I glanced quickly out my window in the direction of the small shelter that houses our ducks and chickens. There it stood, in the midst of the blowing snow with the light of a single lamp glowing brightly from its window. At that moment I found myself being taken back in time to the story of Bethlehem of long ago of a soon to be mother and father and their son yet to be born. What a wonderful time of year this is! Yet in the midst of all our busy lives, we are reminded that the most important message of the Christmas season is that God is not a distant God. God is the One who comes in this Jesus born in a stable, determined to bind humanity together in love and
▲ Ages 6-7: 2nd - Sonja Bradshaw, age 7, NAEC
▲ Ages 8-10: 3rd - Kaiden Warren, 9, Loughborough PS
concern for all people. Through the example of his life we are challenged to grow in spirit and in truth. In the midst of all life brings our way, the good, the bad and all that happens in between, the joy of this season is still present, shining bright through the opening of a stable door. This world in which we live may not be as just, not as loving, not as whole as we wish it to be, but the coming of Jesus and his presence among us, as one of us, to teach and love us gives us reason to live in hope; hope that light will shatter the darkness of our fears and prejudices, promising us that we are never alone or abandoned by God. And so we sing of tidings of great joy which is to be for all people. The heart of Christmas is the message of a gracious God who became one of us just to tell us how very much we are loved. Such is the true joy is of Christmas, not the expensive gifts that demand our money and time. It is something we can offer simply and profoundly to others: with a smile a
kind gesture, a little help, forgiveness. The more we spend in blessing those in need, the more of our heart’s wealth returns to make us glad. My prayer for us all and for this world we live in is simply this: May the forgiving Spirit of Jesus whose birth we celebrate rest upon the earth. May hunger disappear and senseless acts of violence and hate and terrorism be forever halted. May all people live in freedom, worshiping as they see fit, always extending a hand of love to others. May the everlasting peace of which the angels sang every reign supreme. May the message of Spirit of Christmas, with its message of hope, peace, love and joy be with us all. Merry Christmas, everyone.
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DoFaSo gives unwanted pianos new purposes A by Julie Druker t a special holiday Christmas market at the Verona Lions hall on December 13, many of the Frontenac Farmers' Market's regular vendors gave their loyal customers a chance to get ahead on their holiday merry making. Twenty-two vendors took part, including new market vendors, Bear Root Gardens who were selling packets of their own seeds, and Long Road Ecological Farm near Harrowsmith, who were selling their home made edibles including their sumptuous Chinese buns. Market manager Debbie Harris said that putting on the special Christmas market is beneficial both to vendors and their loyal following, which has grown steadily over the market's 10-year run. “People called us wanting to know when the Christmas market would be and this event gives customers a chance to stock up for Christmas.” One notable newcomer to the market this year was Allison Storring, who along with her husband Mark da Silva recently launched their new piano upcycling business called DoFaSo in Yarker. The two are in the business of moving turn of the century upright and player pianos that people no longer want, but these days can't even seem to give away. The couple bring new hope to these formerly popular salon instruments. They will move them (for a fee) and also upcycle them into useable accessories for the home and person. They had a number of their sample pieces on display in Verona, including some music back boards from a number of turn of the century upright pianos. One wooden beauty had a mirror inset and all of them can be used as the perfect backdrop on a mantlepiece, or as a decorative head
board in a bedroom or as a large display shelf. Samples of the stand alone front upright legs of these same pianos, made of solid wood and some exquisitely hand carved and shaped into attractive columns, are used as elegant free standing candles holders and Storring said that she and her husband also plan to make the legs into shelving units, benches, cornices and more. Husband Mark, who was not in attendance at the show, is a musician and also works at Renaissance Music in Kingston. He knows a lot about upcycling old musical instruments; for years he recycled electronic tube organs for use as tube amps. “Mark soon realized that there was a market for older pianos, not only to have them removed from people's homes but also to create something new from their parts, which are often comprised of beautifully decorated solid wood. Our business not only prevents these pianos from ending up in landfills but preserves much of the intrinsic beauty that these older instruments possess,” Storring said. According to Storring many older pianos contain up to three pounds of lead but also copper, glass and steel, all of which is unwanted in landfill sites. The couple also sell attractive key chains made from the Makasar or African ebony keys and Storring said that she also plans to market the pre-ban ivory keys and will also use them to make other items like jewelry. While these pianos will no longer be making music in the parlor, in the hands of the owners of DoFaSo they will bring a different kind of art into their buyers' homes. For more information, call 613-331-3031 or email 88dofaso@gmail. com. DoFaSo items are available at Starlet in Napanee and at Renaissance Music in Kingston.
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his year's annual Christmas Open House at the Child Care Centre in Sharbot Lake on December 6 was very well attended. Staff from Northern Frontenac Community Services transformed the centre into a festive holiday hub for the entire family. Santa was on site speaking to youngsters about their Christmas holiday wish list and was also available for family photos. Youngsters had a chance to wrap a special gift for their caregivers in “Santa's Secret workshop” and there were numerous activities for the kids, including face painting, a plethora of Christmas crafts and cookie decorating plus refreshments for all. The event was enjoyed by hundreds of members of the community, many of whom later made their way to the Sharbot Lake Santa Claus parade. NFCS staff entered their festive “Frozen” themed float, which was a sure-fire hit and capped off their generous contributions to this year's memorable holiday festivities.
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VERONA Debbie Lingen 613-374-2091 debbie@lingens.com · What a crazy weather year this was, with a harsh, cold and long winter that lasted almost six months, and a very wet cool spring. This would normally have made for a very depressing time; however there was so much to do in and around the village to take our minds off the weather. The different organizations, clubs and churches in Verona always seemed to have some new and exciting events to tide us over the harsh months. And when spring thaw caused flooding to many homes, friends and neighbours pulled together to help set up sandbags, bring meals and helped alleviate the situations. Verona has a great heart. We pull together as a community. Kudos to all those who make Verona such a great place to live in. I am looking forward to all the new activities and events in 2015! · The Christmas for Kids collection jars have been distributed throughout the village in various stores and businesses. Unwrapped new toys, books and clothing can also be dropped off at Verona Hardware and Asselstine Hardware. Your generosity will help make this a special Christmas for a lot of Verona and area children and their families. · With winter upon us, a reminder that parking on township roads and village streets from midnight to 7 am is not permitted from December 2014 to March 31, 2015. · Join us Christmas Day for a fun packed, music filled day with a delicious Christmas feast served up. This is a free
Greetings Best wishes to all my family, friends and neighbours.
event and is open to Verona and area residents. There will be crafts for the children and the Verona Cattail Express will be giving rides (weather permitting.) The fun starts at 10:30 am and the turkey dinner with all the trimmings is served at noon. Come early and enjoy some good old Verona hospitality. For more details or if you need transportation, call Joyce Casement at 613-374-3406. Verona Lions Hall. · To all Frontenac News readers, a very Merry Christmas and a most Joyous New Year and some sage advice: “Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day." ~Michael Josephson, whatwillmatter.com
MISSISSIPPI Pearl Killingbeck
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· There was a lovely birthday get together for Harriet on Monday. Many more, Harriet. · Don't forget the Community Christmas Banquet at the Snow Road Snowmobile Club tomorrow, Dec. 19, sponsored by the Mississippi Free Methodist Church, 6pm; adults $15, children 6-12 yrs $7.50, under 6 free. For tickets call Donna at 613-278-2196. · There is also a Christmas turkey & ham dinner with all the trimmings, plus social entertainment at Snow Road Snowmobile Club Sat. Dec 20, 6pm, $12. Everyone is welcome but there are limited tickets. · Our family held our Christmas dinner at Snow Road Snowmobile Club on Dec 7. Sure is nice to get the families all together at Christmas. · On December 21 there is special music at Mississippi Free Methodist Church starting at 4pm, with refreshments after at Snow Road Community Centre. · On Wednesday a good crowd attended the Snow Road community potluck, considering the weather. A lovely supper was served and there was carol singing. Birthday people were Ann & Al Massey, Beth Webster and Karen Patterson. The next potluck will be January 14. · There will be no coffee break at Snow Road on Dec. 26; will resume January 2. · Donna Virgin had a great visit at Rideau Ferry last week, visiting with Gilbert Dunham, Mary Virgin and our dear friend R.D. (Don) St. Pierre. He says hello to all his friends in the north. Merry Christmas, Don. · Smile: a little five-year-old in church was asked if he know Jesus' mother's name. "Mary," he replied. When asked Jesus' father's name he replied "Verge". When asked how he came up with that he said, "Haven't you heard? People are always talking about Verge 'n Mary". · Everyone have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. All the best in 2015.
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· It’s hard to believe that another year has come to an end. The days seem to get busier and busier as we get older. · Our grandson Brennan McGlade graduat ed recently from basic training in the Air Force at Saint-Jean de Richelain, Quebec, and is now at Camp Borden where he will start his training. His parents Rob and Tania and his paternal grandparents attended the very precise graduation exercises. They were all very handsome in their smart uniforms, complete with white gloves. We’re all very proud of you, Brennan, and we wish you success in your years ahead. · We wish our good friend Bessie Parks a very Merry Christmas at Lombard Manor. · Rob and Tania McGlade celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary on December 4 and we wish them all the best for many more. · Glenn and I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. We are thankful for so many things. God has been very good to us all. · Those who in everything make God first and last and best are the happiest people in the world.
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Marion Collier - 613-336-3223 · News from Pineview Free Methodist Church: everyone is invited to their Christmas Banquet on Saturday December 20 at 5 pm, but please call Christina Rasenberg at 613-6891619 by December 18 if you are planning on attending. The Pineview children will be performing "God's Angels" on December 21 at 6:30 pm. Everyone is encouraged to come out and support God's special little ones in their performance. · The Northbrook Community Christmas Day dinner will be held at the Lions Hall at 12:30pm on December 25. Volunteers are needed to help, and they should come to the hall from 10am on. Dinner deliveries are also available; please call Marylin Bolender at 613-336-1573 to arrange. · To the readers of this paper and the dedicated staff, may you have a peaceful and blessed Christmas, and a safe and balanced 2015, as many changes are on the horizon. Believe in yourself and your capabilities and work toward what you want. You positive actions will make a difference. Wishing you all the riches of tomorrow.
MOUNTAIN GROVE Marilyn Meeks 613-335-4531 email: marilynarchie@sympatico.ca
· Sympathy to the family of Joe Dupuis, husband of the late Marg. · Great, fast-moving hockey games can be watched at the Frontenac Community Arena. See our local hockey players in action · Land o' Lakes seniors held their Chtistmas dinner on Dec. 10 at the Mountain Grove Hall. Thanks to Elaine and her husband for the beautiful decorations. President John Purdon welcomed everyone and read some jokes from his "Happiness File". Ray Whitelock entertained everyone with music and songs. A big thank you to the caterers Tim, Penny and Linda for a delicious dinner. Seniors will meet again in February 2015, the second Wednesday of the month · Parham Happy Travelers met on December 9 for their Christmas dinner at Parham Free Methodist church hall. The various seniors prepared the buffet style dinner. Seniors were entertained by the group called "Old Habits". A big thank you to the kitchen helpers Katie, Britainny and Colleen. Everyone enjoyed gifts which were drawn by numbers.
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Thanks to everyone who helped. · Local seniors travelled to Hamilton on December 16 to have dinner and see a Christmas show. · Many people attended the "Country Jamboree" at the Land o' Lakes School on December 13. Various musicians performed. Many enjoyed the door prizes. Thanks to the Sharbot Lake and District Lions Club for everything . · On December 14 a Christmas Sing-a-long was held at the Community church of God in Petworth. Thanks to the Pastor Rev Ruth Ann Paul and her husband Ron. · Thinking of you to Marion Hart, Glen Fox, Herb Teepell, Clark Gaylord, Carol Patterson, Vera Whan, Vera Steele, Dorothy Knight, Alma White, Verna Cowdy, Nancy Fobert, Susie Bryden, Jean Steele. · My family and I wish everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year in 2015. Merry Christmas to all.
MABERLYBOLINGBROKE Karen Prytula 613-325-1354 karenprytula@sympatico.ca · Karate Registration for the spring session begins January 8. To register please go to the Tay Valley municipal office. The municipal office & waste site holiday schedule is as follows: The office will be closed from 12 noon on Dec. 24 to Jan. 5 at 8:30 am. The Maberly dump hours are: Dec. 24, 8am - noon; Dec. 27, 8 am to 4 pm; Dec. 31, 8am - noon. · Stay safe and have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
HENDERSON Jean Brown: 613-336-2516 Georgina Wathen: 613-336-9641 · Your old reporter with great niece Isla, celebrating an early Christmas at a Kingston restaurant. · Our village looks sleepy but there is a lot going on and many plans for visitors from Newfoundland, Peterborough and beyond. Henderson United will host a Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) candle lit worship at 7PM with music, carols and scriptures telling of the birth of Jesus. On Sun. Dec. 28 the services are cancelled and on Sun. Jan. 4 Henderson United will link up with Arden United for a union service at 10am. Let’s pray for safe journeys for all our travelers and a little peace on earth, good will to all. · Folks are cooking, planning and praying for good weather, safe journeys and a re-birth of the Christ child in our hearts. Blessings-Jean
PLEVNA Katie Ohlke 613-479-2797 kohlke@mazinaw.on.ca · Season's Greetings and a Happy New Year from the Plevna desk! · Happy Birthday to Gary Weber who celebrates on December 26. Wishing you many more happy and healthy years! · Plevna joke of the week: Henry "What did the Gingerbread man put on his bed? "Aiden "A cookie sheet!"
DENBIGH Angela Bright
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prizes. Tickets are $20 per person and available at Griffith Building Supply, from Lion members and at the door. Everyone welcome, 19 years and older. · What can I give Him, Poor as I am? If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb, If I were a wise man, I would do my part, Yet what I can I give Him, Give my heart. - Excerpt from Christina Rosetti’s “In the Bleak Midwinter”. Wishing you all a blessed Christmas with family and friends!
“Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow”. Put your thinking caps on and take advantage of the after Christmas sales. · Line dancing and Tai Chi finish 2014 on Monday the 15th and Wednesday the 17th respectively, and resume January 5 and 7, 2015. · Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all! If you’re traveling drive safely, and if you remain here, keep warm.
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ARDEN Wanda Harrison 613-335-3186 harrisonwanda@hotmail.com · The Kennebec Diner participants have asked me to thank Northern Frontenac Community Services and caterers Paul and Aimee Gosse for fantastic 2014 Diners, and to assure them that they are looking forward to a great 2015. · On Saturday, December 20 residents are invited to attend the “Live Nativity” at the Matson Farm beginning at 7pm. This portrayal of the Birth of the Christ Child is a fantastic experience for the entire family, and should not be missed. Many families look forward to this blessed Christmas event so be prepared for a bit of a crowd. Bad weather will postpone the Nativity to the following evening. · As presented in the North Frontenac last week, the preliminary design and assessment study has been completed for the replacement of the Salmon River Bridge on Highway 7 and the Arden/Henderson Road and is available for your review and comments. You can view this document at the Arden and Mountain Grove libraries or at the township office. Many residents feel that left hand turn lanes to the Arden and Henderson Roads should be created at the time of the building of the replacement bridge. Some feel that these lanes may reduce traffic accidents and benefit traffic flow. Information on how and when to submit your comments accompany the study. The Arden Library is open Tuesday 2 to 6pm; Thursday 5 to 8pm; and Saturday 10am to 1pm. · Christmas Eve, United Church services will be held in Mountain Grove at 5:30pm, Henderson at 7pm and Arden at 8:30 pm. There will be no service on December 28 and a Union Service, will be held in Arden on Sunday January 4. · What a wonderful Festival of Trees this year. There was lots of talented entertainment and a variety of submissions, in the many categories. Arden was very fortunate this year as both the Arden Batik and the Arden Seniors received First place ribbons. S.K Roofing received a 3rd in the wreath category. Ardenites were also fortunate to be on the correct side of the drawings as well with Pat Tucker, Joanne Pickett, Sarah Hale and Cindy Kelsey bringing home winnings. Festival of Trees is a great year long venture and everyone that volunteers for this organization should be praised for their continuing service. Heads up, as next year’s theme will be
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Colleen Steele: 613-3756219 Christine Teal: 613-375-6525 email: mrsteal2u@hotmail.com · Don't forget the Christmas Concert at Granite Ridge Education Centre tonight, Dec. 18, 6:30pm. · On Saturday night Parham came alive with the "Sound of Music" as the northeast end sang Christmas carols at the Free Methodist Church and throughout the rest of the village the community joined Mayflower Lodge and the Volunteer firefighters. What a great evening of fun. Although we were a little rustic on the first house we did improve in fact so much that at the last house the young voices were amazing as they did a marvelous rendition of "Let it Go" from the movie Frozen. Peals of laughter could be heard from the group as snow balls were thrown, new friends made and praises for the fresh baked delicious shortbread cookies we receive from one home. Arriving back at the hall we enjoyed hot chocolate and more goodies and plans to improve our choir next year. Kudos to all, especially to Bob Hawley as he lit our way and kept us from harm in the darker, unlit end of the village. · Sincere condolences to the Dupuis family on the loss of Joe. The community will miss him as he always "Jesus Christ came to teach greeted everyone with a the people of the world... cheery Hello as they entered heavenly civilization and the Store. Joe & Marg's has not material civilization. He been in this community for breathed the breath of the Continued on page S6 Holy Spirit into the body of the world and established and illumined civilization."
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ishing all my family, friends and neighbours of the community many thanks for all the help in every event with which they helped, especially my sister, Betty Kelford, who works beside me. I am involved in many organizations, (the church, seniors, community centre etc.), I wish to thank everyone and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year 2015 It is a wonderful community to live in, and comforting to know that when help is needed, it is there. Thank you all. Edith Beaulieu, Ompah, Ont
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over 40 years. · The exercise program will take a break and resume next year. · The Happy Travelers Senior Group enjoyed a potluck turkey dinner, then later enjoyed "Old Habits" and a Christmas draw and exchange on Tuesday. · We should all be proud of our community for the giving spirit is sure alive. The food bank supplies given at the Jingle Bell walk and other events at Granite Ridge Education Centre, and at the Festival of Trees, plus many other events will surely help, especially at this time of year. The mitten tree at the Parham United Church is filling up nicely · The Oddfellows in Parham are holding a Turkey Bingo on Dec. 19. Early Bird starts at 6:45. Who knows, you could win just in time for the holidays or as a spare for your freezer. Come out and help us, help others. · Congratulations to the organizers and volunteers who make the Festival of Trees such a great event! · Have you called for a reservation for the Dec. 22 Seniors (55+) dinner of Roast Beef? Don't be disappointed. · Happy Birthday to Brad Gibson, Amanda Hamilton, Jim Steele, Aaron LaPointe, Mike Goodberry, Virginia Hamilton, Joe Mallette, Vicki Babcock, Ralph Lowery, Tanner Meeks, Tyson Thompson, Natasha Emery, Jess Quinn, Tiffany Thompson Redmond, Julie Whan, Lorne Hamilton, Grant Thompson, Brandie Abrams, Natalie Lowery, Jen Cox, Steven Teal, Herb Teal, Mitch Barker, Holli Saunders, Tim Wisteard, and Barb Barker. Twas just weeks before But the line ups were long Christmas As the shoppers waited they And like every year listened I waited to do my shopping To a very Merry “Christmas” Until December was here song I drove straight to the mall The gifts I planned on buying Just as eager as could be To my dismay and surprise But by the looks of the cars Were either “out of stock” Everyone had the same Or they were not in the right idea as me size The stores had just barely With my “wish list” barely opened started
May the magic of Christmas stay with you always. Happy Holidays to all.
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I drove back home to “my Quiet Space” I’ll try again maybe tomorrow And join the Late Shoppers Christmas Race Next year for my Christmas
shopping I have the perfect solution And I’ll not break “I’m Shopping early” As my New Year’s Resolution - by Colleen Steele
· May this holiday spirit remain with us all year long. Have a Blessed Holiday from our house to yours.
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· A New Year's Dance will be held at the Golden Links Hall, December 31 from 8pm-1am. Tickets are $25 per person and include a cold buffet, door prizes and a bus ride home. For information or tickets contact Brenda 372-2410; regandbrenda@hotmail.com. · Another New Year's Eve celebration will take place at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church beginning at 6:30pm. "New Year's Gospel Opry" begins with a roast beef dinner followed by a dessert buffet later in the evening. Tickets are $35 per person please reserve before December 28 by contacting Mark or Sharon 777-8627; alton@easklink.ca · Words to live by: Some how not only for Christmas, but all the year through, the joy that you give others, is the joy that comes back to you. · From our house to yours, a Very Merry Christmas and a safe, healthy and Happy New Year.
SYDENHAM Anita Alton
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· It's easy to get caught up in the materialism & commercialism of the Christmas season - hopefully you can take some time to enjoy the various events going on in the communities, the wintry landscapes and make time for each other. · There will be a Christmas Eve Service of Holy Communion on December 24 at 10pm in the Old Wilmur Church (corner of Wilmer & McFadden Roads). Be aware that is an unrestored 1874 building without power or plumbing - heat coming from a wood stove and light provided by hanging oil lamps. Please dress accordingly and bring a flashlight. · St Paul's in Sydenham will be holding a Nativity Play on Sat. December 20 at 60pm with the children of the parish telling the story of Christ's arrival through music and drama. This church will be holding Christmas services on Christmas Eve with a contemporary worship at 4:30 and a traditional worship at 7pm. Christmas Day service will be at 10am. · There will not be a Spaghetti Night at the Legion now until Thurs. Jan 8. This event has been very successful and enjoyed by many. · Be sure to get tickets for the Rudy & Saddle Up New Year’s Eve dance at the Legion; $25 pp includes a fun night of music and dancing, late night buffet and a ride home. Limited number if tickets available at the Legion lounge. · Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church New Year’s Eve Gospel Opry on Dec. 31, roast beef dinner at 6:30pm; dessert buffet later; $35pp; please reserve before Dec. 28: Mark & Sharon Alton, 613-777-8627; alton@eastlink.ca. · And on a happy final note - we just returned from a glorious week in Dominican Republic - where we met a lovely semi-local couple, Patricio and Alice and their little guy Jimmie. They were not only familiar with our quaint little village - they were also aware of the Frontenac News!! What a very small world it is!! · I hope your world is full of love and bright happy days - not just this season - but all year long. Merry Christmas to each and every one - and Feliz Navidad to my Dominican friends. Until next year ...... Cheers!
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· Happy Birthday to Kevin Gowdy and Skylar Clow celebrating this week! · On December 5 the firefighters and families of District 4 gathered in Parham to celebrate another safe year of fire fighting. After enjoying a wonderful meal the firemen's association presented some members with service year medals and certificates. The following members received medals: Five-year service: Brad Hannah, Suzanne Allison, Daly Chadwick, Brad Quinn. Ten-year service: David Raymond, Buff Chadwick. Fifteen-year service: John Morrow, Dawn Hansen, Jeff Bull, Mike Gowdy. Twenty-year service: Paul Allison, Tony Young, Mark Howes. Twenty-five year service: Randy McCullough. Thirty-year service: Stuart Howes. Thirty-five-year service: Dan Hole, Dave Hansen. Forty-year service: Bernie Quinn. Congratulations firefighters! Thank you for your dedication! · Ottawa Senators vs Arizona Coyotes Sat. January 31, Hockey Trip including a meet and greet with Arizona Goalie Mike Smith. Tickets including transportation $55 or tickets only $35. Departing Verona at 12:30 pm. Call 613-374-5708 to book your seats! · Don't forget that there is public skating over the holidays at the Frontenac Arena. · Happy Holidays from my family to yours!
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· Thinking of Diane LaBelle, Denzel Killingbeck, Joyce Lemke, and Carl Burke. May God heal their aching bodies. · We had a full house at our Christmas dinner & dance on Dec. 6. Many thanks to all the folks who came out. Also many thanks to Pat, David, Janet, Ray, Faye, Terry and Helen for helping with the meal. Great Samaritans helped to clean up after, thank you all. George helped when he was able; he has been under the weather for a month now. · We attended the Lions Jamboree in Mountain grove on Saturday; they had a nice turnout. The music was excellent, lots of talent. Fred Brown was the MC. I think his brow was a bit damp keeping up with Jessica Wedden in playing a couple of fast tunes on the fiddle. · Anyone wishing tickets for the Fiddlers’ Turkey & Ham Dinner & Dance on Dec 19, call Helen at 613-336-9432 or me at 613-336-2557; dinner 6pm, dance at 8; $12.50pp. · We will be having Open Mic on December 27 from 2 to 8pm; it will be potluck for supper at 5:30pm. Hope to see you if you’re bored after Christmas. · Don’t forget the New year’s Bash Dec. 31, dance starting at 8pm with Friendly North Woods and a big midnight buffet, all you can eat, $12.50, for tickets call me. · Please note there will be no parties in the Harlowe hall in January 2015 due to refinishing of the floor. · Have a Merry, Merry Christmas and God bless you with a healthy New Year.
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t’s time again for Santa’s annual Christmas Eve visit to the children in the Plevna area. However, Santa’s computer tracking system has glitches and it needs data input. Also, the Reindeer Labour Union (RLU) has ruled that the reindeer can’t undertake journeys without advance planning. So if you would like Santa to drop in, please call Bernice 613479-2270 or Ina 613-479-5592 no later than December 21. The Clar-Mill Community Volunteers are the ones who are relaying the data to Santa and they certainly wouldn’t want to get Santa in trouble with the RLU.
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What’s Up in the Night Sky - The Star of Bethlehem by Fred Barrett H ow do we try to try and figure out what celestial event might have been the Star of Bethlehem 2000 years ago? To start with, we must have a reasonably accurate idea of when Jesus Christ was born. Theological historians place the birth of Jesus in September or October in 3 or 2 BC. They researched several historical facts derived from biblical accounts in Matthew and Luke to arrive at that date. These facts included the date of the census taken at that time, who was ruling Judea and Syria and the death of Herod in 1 BC.
The deal of all time
by the Reverend Father George Kwari, incumbent of the Parishes of Maberly-Lanark &Parham-Sharbot Lake
ecember is here! During the hustle and bustle of everyday life it seems the months have flown by. Christmas is only weeks away and, although it is a very happy occasion, it is also a very busy time.. The treadmill we are on picks up speed even more quickly at Christmas as we scurry around in search of deals of every kind. We want to get the best quality gifts for our special friends and family. We peruse every newspaper and spend hours visiting several shopping channels or websites. We drive long distances to get these special deals and very soon before we know it Christmas is upon us once again. Gifts, decorations and preparations are foremost in our minds but how do we become aware of the presence of Christ amid this rushed world? If there is anything we should all aim for at Christmas, it is Christ Himself who is the deal of all time and who makes Christmas what it is. Maybe we need to take a few moments to ponder the great truth that God sent his own Son to be born of a woman. Phillips Brooks in his carol “O little town of Bethlehem” has a stanza that is a delight at this point, “How silently, how silently the wondrous gift is given, So God imparts to human hearts the blessing of God’s heaven! No ear may hear his coming...... Where meek souls will receive him, still the dear Christ enters in” No ear may hear his coming in the midst of all rush ....still the dear Christ enters! How important it is that we take to time to see beyond the glitter of the Christmas season. How important it is that in the midst of all the rush and activity of the Christmas season, to take time to rejoice in the joy of Christ’s birth by attending a church service to once again listen to the world’s oldest story before you open your presents and have your Christmas dinner. We can never truly enjoy Christmas until we can look in the Father’s face, receive the nativity story and body and blood of Christ and tell Him we have received His Christmas gift. Plan to attend a church service and then afterwards join in the joyous Christmas celebrations. On behalf of the Parish of Maberly-Lanark I wish you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and a healthy and prosperous 2015.
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Mistletoe Cookies by Ruth Wendorf 2/3 cup butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 egg 2½ cups flour ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt 1 tsp almond flavouring ½ cup candied green cherries ½ cup chopped pecans Cream butter and sugar well together. Add egg and beat well. Add the flavourings and remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Press into cylindrical rolls and wrap in waxed paper. Chill for a few hours. Cut off in thin slices and bake at 375oF for 8 – 10 minutes.
First, it must be noted that in ancient times the word ‘star’ could be interpreted several ways. It could be any bright object that traveled across the sky. We can discount a meteor shower or Supernova as the Star of Bethlehem. Accounts require that the bright object appear in the eastern sky, cross the starry background and move before the Magi to Judea. Meteors travel quickly across the sky and a shower lasts only a short time. No Supernova was reported during the period we are investigating. We can also discount comets because they were considered to be signs of evil and bad omens. That leaves us with planets or groupings of planets to match the biblical description and there are a series of conjunctions that roughly fit our time period. A conjunction is when two or more planets and/or stars come close to each other. Matthew relates that the star appeared in the rays of the rising Sun. On August 1, 3 BC, Jupiter rose up in the light of dawn. At 5 AM on August 13, Jupiter and Venus were very close together. A few days later on the 18th Venus and Mercury appeared at dawn in a conjunction. On September
14th Jupiter was in conjunction with the very bright star Regulus. Jupiter and Venus, the two brightest planets in the sky, were so close, they appeared to fuse together. A grand conjunction of planets occurred on August 27th when Jupiter, Mars, Mercury and Venus were a tight bundle at sunrise. By mid-October the Magi saw Jupiter above Bethlehem. Jupiter had reached its farthest point west and stood still against the stars high in the sky above Bethlehem. Many will argue for other astronomical explanations for the Star of Bethlehem. For me, the above series of conjunctions best explains the brightness in the sky that guided the Magi. Though there are religious barriers on Earth, the symbol of the Star of Bethlehem shining with all the stars in the heavens above symbolizes hope and joy and friendship during Christmas, Hanukah, Ramadan, and Kwanzaa and especially with everyone who holds this holiday season dear. A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!
A Christmas Tale by George Allen
Then she told her of the wise men that knelt down by His feet and even of a little drummer boy who played softly in the street. After telling her daughter all she knew, she asked little Tracy "What is Christmas to you?" As Tracy looked up, her face glowed with delight, for she saw the little angel as it sparkled in the light. Then pointing to the angel that hung high above, she turned to her mother and said, "Christmas is Love". As her mom turned her head, trying to hide her tears, little Tracy leaned over and whispered soft in her ear. "Don't cry, Mommy, and don't feel blue, cause I've got Christmas, cause my Christmas is you". So to all those at Christmas that somehow have lost sight Think of little Tracy, for what she said is right. For Christmas isn't the ornaments placed on a tree, nor is it the fancy lights put up for the neighbours to see. And no, it's not the gifts that you find in a store, for Christmas, my friends, is oh so much more. Christmas you see came from heaven above, for it was on that first Christmas that God sent us His Love. So, from me and mine, to you and yours, with all our love, and best wishes, to you all, a Merry Christmas.
It was early Christmas morning, not so long ago, in a quiet little town all covered with snow. As church bells rang, and carolers sang, the Spirit of Christmas filled the air. In an old, little house at the edge of town, a young mother sat home in despair. For this year she has no money to buy gifts, or even a tree, for her little daughter Tracy, who just last week turned three. All she had was a little angel, made of tinsel and glass that she found one day as she went through the town trash. She fixed it up till it almost looked new and hoped that some how the little angel might do. Then she hung it up high where Tracy would see, and prayed that maybe it would make her happy. Just then little Tracy came out from her bed, rubbing her nose and scratching her head. And seeing her mother, quick as could be, she ran right over and got up on her knee. "It's Christmas," Tracy said, as she dawned a big smile, then asked her mother about Christmas and God's only child. So mother told her about the shepherds that watched their sheep by night, and of the great star in the heavens that shone bright. She told her of the angels that rejoiced, and sang praise, and about all the people that came to see Him that day.
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Tay Valley Community Choir’s “Meighbourly Christmas”
Rebecca Worden and accompanist Rachelle Reinhart lead the choir
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he annual Christmas concert by the Tay Valley Community has long been
a musical highlight of the holiday season. This year’s concert was no exception
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and the Maberly hall as always was full for the concert, which took place on December 7. Under the direction of their new fearless leader, Rebecca Worden of Perth, the close to 40 singers who make up this four-part choir performed a refreshing and modern seasonal repertoire
that included a number of favorite sing-along carols plus some well known but not often performed songs from a variety of musical genres. Highlights included the 1965 Peanuts favorite “Christmas Time is Here”, the long-time classic “Carol of the Bells” and the gorgeous “Do You Hear What I Hear”, each of which demonstrated the fine harmonies that these singers are capable of. Accompanied on piano by the talented Rachelle Reinhart, the choir ventured into some new and interesting musical ground and they performed Paul McCartney's well known “Wonderful Christmas Time”. There was a welcome by Santa (Paddy O'Connor), a fabulous solo performance by Virginia Beckett, and a comical tongue and cheek take on The 12 Days Of Christmas performed by Lyndal Neelin and John Coombs that focused on the logistical
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nightmare that receiving all those gifts would bring. The choir’s offerings were divided up by a performance by Fiddlers and Friends who played a number of their favorite tunes that included “The Hummingbird Waltz”, “The First Noel”, and “Snow Deer”, which showcased the talents of Lois Webster and her dancing partner Maybelle. The Grinch also
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any years ago our family enjoyed a special Christmas Eve. There was some snow on the ground and the air was warm, not too cold or windy, so our family began to make some plans! Our daughter, Connie, was in her teens at the time. She managed to find a BIG RED TOWEL, which she folded, end to end and cut a hole through the middle of the towel! This she put on over her head and voila-she had a RED tunic! Then we borrowed a red Santa hat with white "fur" around the edge, and wore a pair of rubber boots and gloves! She would be an elf! A friend of Connie's borrowed a full Santa suit for the evening! I drove our car along the road with my special passengers from our farm house to the village of Parham! The kids rapped on many doors where children were and gave them each a candy cane. Connie stepped back at the door so she wouldn't be seen by the little ones! At one point, we ran out of candy canes, so we went to another home and were able to get some more and we went off again to finish our fun! The looks on the kids were priceless! There was a special visit to make, so I called the family to tell them that we would be there shortly. The kid’s dad had had an accident, so the rest of the family were at the parents’ house. We knocked on the door and out of the bedrooms came two little boys carried out to the living room to see Santa! There was Santa Claus. What joy there was to the family! We all felt better when all was finished for the evening. We had love in our hearts and it was an evening ever to be remembered.
Joining Santa in our wishes for a holiday full of bright spirits and happy surprises.
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made a special appearance and following the concert guests were invited to meet and greet the fiddlers and members of the choir and to share in a number of refreshments that they had prepared. The annual concert is a favorite for music lovers in the area and this year’s offerings made for a very memorable and enjoyable one.
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Northbrook Santa Claus parade by Marylin Bolender
O Parham / Tichborne parade: The parade took place on a chilly Dec. 7, starting at the railyards in Tichborne and ending at the Parham fire hall, where the children enjoyed free hot dogs and hot chocolate while the adults warmed themselves up with delicious chili prepared by the firefighters
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n December 6 Santa visited Northbrook. What a lovely parade we had and so many great floats; I was glad I did not have to choose the winners. Shown here is the first prize winning float from the Land O’ Lakes Petting Farm. They had the sheep with the shepherds and the donkey that Mary rode into town - a lot of work and very well presented. We were also reminded of “The Reason for the Season”. Second prize went to Lakelands Family
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with organizing, making hot chocolate, making sure everything ran on time and in a neat and orderly fashion, to those who worked in the kitchen, cleaned up after it was all over. I cannot name names for fear of missing someone but I want you all to know how very proud I am of our club and all the members who make this a strong and viable club. Thank you!
We wish you peace & happiness this Christmas season.
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Yuletide Wishes Here’s hoping the season grants all your wishes, big and small, and that you enjoy health, wealth and peace.
It may be cold outside, but our hearts are warmed by thoughts of the many good people we've had the privelege to meet. Merry Christmas and sincere thanks to all.
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Health Team, a very bright and cheery float that was gorgeous. Third prize went to LARC children’s group, and they brought Lego Land right here to Northbrook. The Land O’ Lakes Lions Club want to thank all the groups who worked so hard to make this year’s parade a roaring success. I would also like to thank all of our members who pitched in
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Festival of Trees 2014 by Julie Druker or close to 15 years now, the Festival of Trees has sparked off the holiday season in Central Frontenac as well as raising funds for two important organizations. Once again, hats off to the members of Villages Beautiful, their dedicated crew of community volunteers and the countless generous donors whose efforts once again magically transformed Oso hall in Sharbot Lake into a festive wonderland of holiday sights and sounds. Admission is a donation to the food bank and from Dec. 11 - 13, hundreds of visitors of all ages attended this year’s festival, whose theme was the “Traditions of Christmas”. The beauty of the Festival of Trees is its ability to engage so many people from the local community -from those who either help run and organize it, to those who donate and /or perform at it, and finally to those who wouldn’t miss it for the world, and who come every year to enjoy it. The festival is the main fundraiser for Villages Beautiful, and the proceeds are used to spiffy up our villages and hamlets with fresh plants, shrubs, trees and flowers in the spring. What is truly amazing about the festival is the great lengths that donors will go to to make their entries not only memorable but much sought after. On the day before the festival’s opening, many donors cram into Oso Hall to decorate their trees, assemble their gift baskets and hang their wreaths, artworks and gingerbread creations and other theme-related offerings. This year’s entries were as usual, top notch and very creative, and the stellar line up of talented singers and musicians brought the hall to life over the duration of the festival. Congratulations to all of the winners.
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Joanne, Chrissy and Angie decorating Mike Dean’s 1st place tree
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hristmas Traditions was the theme for this year’s festival of trees, and those traditions were shown in many fine entries. Winners were two-fold: those who entered an item, and those who took it home! 6.5 ft. trees: Mike Dean’s Super Food Stores won 1st prize for their tree “The Sweets of Christmas”, and the lucky
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winner of that tree was Judy McClure. 2nd prize for decoration went to W. A. Robinson Asset Management Ltd. for “Twas The Night Before Christmas”, taken home by Shawn Wheeler, and 3rd prize went to the Township of Central Frontenac for “Family Christmas Traditional Activities”, won by Melanie Fyfe. “Christmas Greetings”, decorated by North Frontenac Little Theatre went to Pat Tucker. Flight Centre’s “Christmas Vacations” to Ashley Desrosiers & RBC’s “Winter Wonderland” to J. Mahoney. 4.5’ Trees - First prize entry by Friday Night Ladies
Wishes you & yours a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
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Detail of Arden Batik’s 1st prize “Bringing Home the Tree” Wall Hangings: Arden Batik’s 1st prize “Bringing Home the Tree” to Ann Scott; Ann Howitt’s 2nd prize “Charlie Brown’s Christmas Tree” to Deb MacPherson; and Carol Raymo’s 3rd prize winner “Little Country Bridge” to Heather Gawdan. The winner of “Winter Refuge” by Helene Riddell was Sandra Clow. Wreaths: “Who’s Pulling Santa’s Sleigh This Year?” by Norma’s Barbershop and Hair Styling received 1st place and was won by Bill Bowick. Second place wreath, “Christ is the Reason”, created by Janet’s Clip It, went home with Koen Vinkle; and 3rd place, “Sleigh Bells Ring” by S. K. Roofing Contractors to Wendy Crain. “Sweet Wreath” by Wine Plus, to Lori B. The wreath titled “In Memory of Mardi Brown & Val Beechey” by The Red Hat Ladies went to Frances Smith;
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“Christmas at Grandma’s” was won by Brenda Young; 2nd prize by Lake District Realty, “Santa, Stop Here!” went home with Alexandra Overvelde; and 3rd prize winner, “The Gift of Reading” by Lake1st prize - horseshoes welded together to form side Readers to Janice Norma’s Barbershop’s prizewinning wreath Anderson. “Coming Home for Christmas” by Central Frontenac Railway Heritage Society to Rosemarie Bowick; “Hand-Made With Love” by the Treasure Trunk to Joanne Pickett; “A Festive Forest” by North Frontenac Telephone Co. to Natalie Reynolds; “Christmas Traditions” by Sharbot Lake Pharma Choice to Steve Fox; “Winter in the Woods” by Subway to Pat Harris; and “Baking Family Memories” by KAR Contracting to Lori B. Gingerbread Creations: First prize went to “Enjoying How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Northern Connections Adult Learning Centre and was won by Connie & Dean. Second, “The Granite Ridge Gryphon” by GREC Student Council went home with Ellamae Richardson; and 3rd prize “Christmas in Candy Land” by NFCS Community Drop-In to Spencer Fredette.
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Suki Kaillon helps her sister Rimpy of Goodfellow’s Flowers set up her prizewinning entry - “Evergreens & Flowers” and “Welcome Christmas” by NFCS to Mary Burke. Anything Goes: “Evergreens and Flowers” created by Rimpy Kaillon for Goodfellow’s Flowers and Ram’s Esso received 1st prize in this category. The three parts of it were won by David Whalen (Santa), Bill Young (floral arrangement), and Doris Jones (chocolate basket). “The Polar Express” by George Allen took 2nd prize and was won by Anita Moyst. Third prize, “Hanging the Christmas Lights” by Donna Larocque’s Sign Shoppe, Larocque’s Masonry, Cass ‘n Elle’s Cookies went back home to Donna Larocque! “The Yule Log” by Community Living North Frontenac to Katie Ladd; “Family Fun in the Snow” by Chris Bertrim – Heather St. Pierre; “Hunting the Christmas Goose” by Cottage Country Outdoor Supplies - Rudy Hollywood; “The Cookie Exchange” by Steve Duggan’s Law Office – Brenda Repaye; “Dressing the House for Christmas” by Linda Devries – Shelley Hamilton; “Moonlit Winter Walks” by St. Lawrence College Employment Services – Tabitha Steele; “Sleighing Home for Christmas” by Sharbot Lake Country Inn – Chris Bertrim; “Catching the Train at Christmas” by Sharbot Lake Country Inn – Max Conboy; “Three Wise Persons” entered by Bill Bowick and decorated by Brenda Repaye – Karen Gemmill. Baskets – Arden Seniors’ “Baking For Christmas” took 1st prize and was won by Lindsay Fox; “Waiting for Santa” by St. Lawrence College Employment Services won 2nd and went home with Sharon Mercer; Third, “Christmas Baking” by the Sharbot Lake 39ers went to Gina Wicher. “Homemade With Love” by Sharbot Lake Farmer’s Market – Barb England; “Together Time” by Sharbot Lake & District Lions – Julie Druker; “Eat Drink and Be Merry” by Sharbot Lake Property Owners Association – Lloyd Whan; “Warm Feelings of Christmas” by Subway – Sarah Hale; “Baking Christmas Memories” by SEEDS – Dorothy Fraser; “Especially For You” by Knowler Plumbing – Connie McLellan; “Christmas at Grandma’s” by the Friday Night Ladies – Cindy Ryder; “Decorating the Tree” by Friends of Arden – Gina Wicher; “Tasty Things” by Seed to Sausage – Kathleen White; and “Bon Appetite” by the Royal Canadian Legion – Mary Lu & Bernie Slavin. Gift Certificates – The Gibson’s Garage gift certificate was won by Kim Cucoch, and Desrosiers’ Small Engines certificate went to Cindy Kelsey. The food hamper, put together by Villages Beautiful, was won by Ryan Gilpin. The People’s Choice Award goes to three popular entries: “Evergreens & Flowers” (Ram’s Esso), “Christmas
1st - Northern Connections’ gingerbread creation
at Grandma’s” (Friday Night Ladies) & “Hanging the Christmas Lights” (the Larocque entry). The Children’s Choice Award was a Gingerbread creation, “Enjoying How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. Each year Villages Beautiful recognizes a person or persons who have contributed their time and effort to the festival over the years. This year that recognition went to Dale and Tom Ham. Many others must be recognized too: There are those who, instead of making an entry that can be won, contribute “in kind”, either financially or through services needed by the festival. Villages Beautiful thanks the following: Jas of Home Hardware; Dr. Dale; Sharbot Lake Family Health Team; Sharbot Lake Lawn Service; Woodwark & Stevens PC; Goodfellows Funeral Home; Leonard Fuels; Tarasick Carpentry & Cabinets; Angelo Dicienti; Sydenham Veteri-
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by Jeff Green slo, the capital and easily the largest city in Norway with a population in the greater urban area of 900,000, is located in the south of the country, as are most of the major population centres. Thanks to the gulf stream it enjoys weather patterns that are similar to ours. The average temperature for the next few days, for example, is almost identical to ours, and heading towards Christmas this year they will have warmer weather than we will. But southern Norway is far to the north of southern Canada, and for that reason the country's ancient connection to the winter solstice is understandable While we find the days are short this time of year, dipping down to 8 hours and 42 minutes of daylight this weekend, in Oslo they will have three hours less, only 5 hours and 45 minutes. In terms of latitude, Oslo is on a par with the middle of Hudson's Bay, or the border between our western provinces and Nunavut. Although Norway was the last European country to embrace Christianity, solstice celebrations go back much longer there, and many of the wintry Christmas traditions that we enjoy have some root in the Nordic winter celebrations. In pagan times, eating meat and drinking specially brewed strong beer, now brewed as Christmas beer, was a serious business at the time. By royal decree, every farm had to brew some, which was consumed at the time of Jul, the precurser to Yule. Animals were slaughtered to avoid keeping them through the winter, so eating fresh meat was also part of the tradition, as was baking. The winter festival ran for a week after the solstice, urging the sun to hasten its long journey back to the north, and no work was done. There was no real difficulty for these traditions to meld with Christian ones. King Olaf the First brought Christianity to Norway in 994 AD, and although he was eventually defeated and Christianity with him, by 1154 AD Christianity had taken hold. As the result of the Reformation, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Norway replaced Catholicism as the dominant church in Norway. According to Wikipedia 76% of Norwegians are affiliated with it to this day, as opposed to 2.4% who identify themselves as of Catholic upbringing. However when polled in 2012 only 22% of Norwegians said they believed there is a God, although 44% said they believed there is “some sort of spirit or life force”, making Norway one of the most secular of European societies. Among the Viking Norse traditions that have been integrated with Christmas are the symbol of evergreen trees and that of light in the darkness of the winter, Christmas trees themselves are a German innovation, but bringing evergreen boughs into the house as a symbol of spring in the darkest time of year was common in Norway well earlier. Along with green, white is a dominant Christmas colour in Norway, and to this day trees are lit with white lights only; coloured lights are rare. Christmas has remained more of a family-oriented holi-
day for hundreds of years. One of the features of Norwegian Christmas, and this holds for the rest of Scandinavia as well, is the Sicilian figure of Santa Lucia, whose holiday is celebrated on December 13, which was the date of the solstice in the old Julian calendar. There are various accounts of the life of Santa Lucia, and in one of them she was known to bring supplies to Christians hiding from the Romans in the catacombs of Rome, wearing candles in her hair to light her way. Another aspect of the story of Santa Lucia involves an attempt to burn her alive for refusing to renounce Christ that failed because she would not burn. The Santa Lucia tradition was expressed in Scandinavian households by the eldest daughter in the house rising early, wearing a white robe, red sash and a wreath holding lit candles in her hair. She would serve coffee and saffron buns (St. Lucy's buns), marking the beginning of the Christmas season. In more recent times, in each village a girl is selected to portray Santa Lucia and leads a procession through the town. In Scandinavia the song Santa Lucia has been translated into all of the local languages. It is commonly the final selection at Christmas concerts and hymn sings, whereas in North America "Silent Night" or "O Holy Night" tend to be the songs of choice. There is also an alternative root for the Nordic Santa Lucia tradition, a holiday called Lussinatten, which runs from the solstice until Christmas Day. Lussi was an enchantress who punished anyone who worked in that period, a particularly dangerous time of year when gnomes, spirits and trolls roamed the earth. In modern terms, Santa Lucia has triumphed over Lussi, although the tradition of hiding brooms on Christmas day to discourage witches has persisted. Norwegian Food Pinkejott, which is made from cheaper cuts of salted and dried lamb or mutton, the bony and fatty cuts such as shoulders, racks and ribs, is the most famous Christmas dish.It may be difficult to access salted, dried lamb in time for Christmas, but you can start working now for a Ground Hog Day Pinkejott Feast. Cover the bottom of a plastic tub with sea salt and place the pieces of lamb on top, then cover the lamb with more sea salt. Leave for at least three days in a cool place. Wash off the salt and then hang the pieces somehow with strong string or on metal racks that allow air to get to the meat in a dark,
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well-ventilated room for four to six weeks. The meat then needs to be reconstituted by soaking it in cold water over night. Now you are ready to make Pinekjott. Go outside, and find a young birch tree or sapling, and harvest some small branches. Remove the bark and cut the pieces so they fit in the bottom of a large pot or roasting bin. Place the wood crossways in three layers at the bottom of a large pot, then pour in water to the top of the wood. Place the lamb pieces on top. Steam the lamb in the birch infused water over medium heat for 2.5 hours (adding water to keep the pot from drying out), until the meat falls of the bone. Put the steamed meat on a baking tray and broil in a hot oven until the meat gets crispy. Serve with mashed root vegetables (rutabagas, potatoes and carrots) that were cooked in the water left over from steaming the meat. Apparently the taste of Pinkejott is unique and delicious. The Christmas meal includes Aquavit, cold Christmas beer, and the Scandinavian version of mulled wine, Glogg. Lussekatter/Lucia Bun Recipe 1 packet of dry yeast (note: sweet dough yeast is best to use) 150 grams butter 500 ml. of milk 1 gram of saffron 150 grams of sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons cardamom powder About 1.3 litres all purpose flour (measure in a water jug) For decoration: 1 beaten egg for glazing, raisins Melt butter in a pot. Cool a little and then add the milk. Mix saffron with a little bit of sugar and break up in a mortar and pestle. Mix the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, cardamom and saffron in a bowl, create a well and pour in the milk mix. Mix until the dough forms. Add in a little extra milk or flour if needed. Cover the bowl in plastic wrap and let it raise until double the size – a warm room helps. Sprinkle some flour on the kneading area and knead the dough well. Roll into a loose log to cut dough into bun sizes. Roll them out into long finger thick sausages. Shape them into a spiral shape (see picture) Place the buns on a baking sheet and cover in plastic. Allow them to raise for 15 minutes. Glaze well with beaten egg and decorate with raisins, usually one raisin in each eye of a swirl. Bake at 425oF for 5-8 minutes. Gravalox Finally, Norwegians also eat fish on Christmas, and although Gravalox is known as a Swedish dish, it is associated with Norway because of the Norwegian salmon industry. I include a variation that is particularly easy and delicious. Take a piece of salmon filet, with all little bones removed, as fresh as possible. Place on a piece of tin foil that is twice as wide and 4 inches longer than the salmon. Cover with kosher salt, toasted fennel seeds, black pepper and fresh dill. Squeeze a lemon and drizzle juice on top. Wrap tightly with the foil and place in fridge for at least 24 hours, preferably 48. Remove from the foil and wash off the salmon in a bowl of water. Thinly slice and arrange on a platter. Serve with mustard horseradish sauce on thin pieces of toast, or as I prefer, with grated frozen horseradish root and capers.
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The Frontenac News Christmas Greetings 2014 Splendiferous books for young children by Susan Ramsay, Early Literacy Specialist, sramsay@klandksills.ca
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f you are looking for gifts this Christmas, here are a few tips to consider when choosing quality books for that special child in your life. Pictures make or break children’s interest in books. Infants who are learning single words like books with one big, simple picture on each page. Brightly coloured images, or photographs of other children’s faces help babies understand the meaning of words that are read to them. As children’s eyesight and language skills develop, young children enjoy books with a recurring character or image throughout the story. Pictures can now include more detail and convey an unwritten story plot that the child discovers and talks about with careful inspection of each page. Children benefit from exposure to varied artist styles – cartoon and playful images, plasticine or clay-made images, soft water-colour pictures, detailed, vibrant and realistic
paintings, drawings and photos, as well as styles that reflect cultural diversity, without the cultural stereotypes. Words matter. Look for books that expose children to words that are just one step beyond their speaking skills. For babies this means books that have a single word per page. For toddlers this means books with one simple sentence per page. For preschoolers look for books written with repeated word patterns, rhymes or predictable rhythms as the story unfolds. Or find books that introduce them to a few words or ideas they have never heard or fully understood before. Match books to children’s interests. Some children are captivated by fairy tales and fantasy. Others by nature, vehicles, or factual information. Find books that build on children’s unique interests. Books that tie-in with TV or movie characters can be a useful way to capture children’s interest in books if they aren’t already book lovers. But don’t stop there. If the TV/ book character is an explorer, look for other books related to discovery. This might include nonfiction picture books as well as adventure stories. Broaden your child’s exposure to books. Books with story characters with the same name as your child usually have instant appeal. Toddlers who are still learning about festivities like Christmas and Hanukah will find seasonal books more meaningful after that special day has passed. Don’t rush to put Christ-
There really is a Santa Claus? T his is my second year out of the classroom. But I still keep an eye on the calendar and note that my teacher siblings and my teaching friends and all of their students are beginning the Christmas Countdown! There will be concerts to practice for, carols to sing, special classroom decorations, arts and crafts and creative writing to share. And … there will be the yearly showdown on the bus ride home when some little wide eyed primary student will find herself defending the very existence of Santa Claus. Some older student will get in on a discussion and relish the opportunity to dash a younger one’s fervent belief in St. Nick. In anticipation of that inevitable conversation I held an annual class discussion on why there really IS a Santa Claus. It would run something like this … Over the next few weeks, as you ride the bus, you will more than likely end up overhearing someone dissing Santa Claus. It is important that you understand that there really IS a Santa. And that you step up when you need to to help others know that too. The younger ones are counting on you. You see, Santa Claus is not ‘less’ than you thought he was … he is more than you might possibly have imagined. He belongs in the category of things unseen yet believed in worldwide. What do I mean? Let’s start here. Can you see wind? Well you can see what it does in the way it moves the leaves and blows in the grass. You can feel it – against your skin
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and your jacket. But see it? No. Do you believe it exists? Of course you do. Do you believe that love exists? or courage? What about School Spirit – does that exist? How do you know? We cannot see those things but we can see them through the actions of others … and we can feel them and act on them in our own daily lives too. Some things that we discover as we grow up depend on learning that there is more than the eye can see. How do we learn those things? Many we learn through stories … we listen to tales of cartoon characters like the Care Bears and the different feelings they represent. We watch superheroes in exciting movies and feel our own hearts race as we hide behind our fingers worried about what is going to happen – even though we know they somehow survive. Those stories teach us … we experience them vicariously. And through those experiences we come to know a little something about those type of life experiences. And about those qualities of spirit. How about School Spirit? School Spirit depends on us as older students and school staff to model good character traits and enthusiastic participation in school events. School Spirit depends on us to plan shared experiences that bring everyone together. It is the commu-
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mas books away just because Boxing Day is over. After they have experienced Christmas is when our youngest children understand the pictures and ideas in those books best. The Christmas titles below are just a sampling of quality Christmas books your child might enjoy. Librarians and booksellers will have many more suggestions for gifts your child will treasure for years to come. Fancy Nancy: Splendiferous Christmas by Jane O’Connor is a fantastic book for introducing new and unusual words that will undoubtedly spark splendiferous conversation in your household when story time is over. Pete the Cat Saves Christmas by Eric Litwin is written with rhythm, pattern, humour and heart. Pete the Cat books captivate reluctant readers, wiggly children, as well as book lovers and their parents. Dashing through the Snow: a Canadian Jingle Bells and Vive le vent d'hiver! is written by Helaine Becker, the same author of A Porcupine in a Pine Tree: A Canadian Cherished Twelve Days of Christmas moments and Un porc-épic dans un sapin. Both books can be with sung in English or French. Family Becker plays with the words & Friends. from familiar tunes to create Canadian specific, humourous books.
nity here – the play days – the sports events – the morning announcements – the reading buddies – the shared playground … all of those experiences teach our younger students and our new students and staff what the spirit of our school is like. And they also genuinely create school spirit. Santa Claus is the first experience many young children have with meeting the Christmas Spirit. The experience of giving and receiving gifts. The experience of laughter and magic and hope. The experience of someone who reaches
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The Frontenac News Christmas Greetings 2014 Joseph’s Justification I
by Antonia Chatson (a narrative based on Matthew 1:18-25)
was the youngest of three sons. We lived with my parents in the main street of Nazareth. My father's carpentry shop bordered the street and our family lived in the quarters behind it. It was usual for the eldest son to take over the trade of his father, but neither of my elder brothers showed any interest. They had gone to the synagogue from an early age, where they learned to read and write. Eventually they took up the profession of scribes at the temple. This left the way open for me to become an apprentice to my father. I guess it was a love I was born with - working with wood. I loved the feel of the soft porous sycamore, the wavy, contouring lines of the olive wood and the straighter grain of the rarer oak. Sometimes my father got orders from a few of the wealthier people in town or sometimes from the Roman governors in Nazareth. They would bring into our shop fine pieces of cedar and cypress from Phoenicia from which we would craft tables and chairs. But more often than not, the orders would be for travelling boxes, for the governors never stayed in one place for any length of time. Most of the time my father and I were occupied with the more mundane tasks of producing farm equipment such as threshing boards, winnowing forks, yokes, cartwheels and handles for ploughs. My father and I got along well and life chugged happily along. My mother, of course, wanted me to get married and she would try to get me interested in some girl she thought was suitable, in a manner that she thought was subtle, but I could see through her every ploy and none of her choices appealed to me. Then shortly after my 25th birthday, a new family, which included the most beautiful young lady that I could have imagined, moved into town. This time I did not need my mother's wiles to get myself introduced to the beautiful Mary. She seemed to return my affections and I asked her to marry me. I was honoured that she accepted my proposal and we were making preparations for our wedding, which would be a simple and joyful occasion. Then, just when I thought everything was going so smoothly, Mary told me that she was going to have a baby. You could have knocked me over with a level. Here I thought she was so perfect, and then she does this to me. All I knew was that it was not my baby. Then to add insult to injury, she tried telling me that an angel had visited her and that the baby was the result of the Holy Spirit coming upon her. Now I ask you? What man worth his salt is going to believe that one? I was so upset that I couldn't think clearly. She was so much in earnest when she was telling me this and when my anger came to the surface, she cried tears of frustration and tried to convince me of the truth of what she was saying. I turned my back on her and stormed out of her house, being so upset I could hardly see where I was going. Right then I didn't want to see her ever again. I busied myself in the carpentry shop for the next two weeks, mulling all of this over in my mind. I discussed the situation with my father, who always looked at everything with a level head and sound judgement. We thought it probably would be best if I divorced Mary. That would be the most expedient thing to do and it would save face on both sides. That night I wrote out my letter of divorce and arranged that on the following day I would have two of my friends witness it, then one of them could take it to Mary. That would be that – no embarrassment, no recriminations. Somehow I couldn't sleep that night. Mary's earnest, pleading face kept coming to my mind. But how was I to believe her explanation? Despite what she had done to me, I still loved her so much. I knew that divorcing her was the only thing to do under the circumstances, but my love kept coming between what I knew I should do and what I really didn't want to do. I tossed and turned on my mat; I guess I must have dozed off and slept fitfully. I knew I was not fully conscious but I also knew that I was not in a restful sleep either. It was then that I felt rather than saw my entire room light up and a heavenly presence filled the room. Then the angel said to me, "Joseph. son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife
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because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son and you are to give Him the name Jesus, because He will save the people from their sins." The words were seared into my mind so that I was not likely to forget them. Mary was right after all. Slowly the angel and the light that filled the room, merged into one, then dimmed, then were no more. I slowly awoke with a great joy in my heart. I did not have to go through with that wretched divorce because Mary had told me the truth. The fact that I had been visited by an angel and that my Mary was to give birth to a baby boy who would deliver the people from their sins, was secondary at that moment to my love for Mary. I could hardly wait until the first break of day to rush over to Mary's house. Having run the entire distance, I arrived breathlessly and stood panting at the kitchen door. Mary was grinding grain before she made the bread for the day. She did not hear me right away, and I paused briefly before gently calling her name. I could not help but notice a serenity about her countenance, before she rushed into my open arms. She said she had missed me terribly but was not worried for she knew that God was in control. She had prayed unceasingly that God would somehow enlighten my understanding. She admitted that she had heard of my intentions of divorcing her but that made her pray all the harder. What a wonderful woman my Mary was, an inspiration to me. Well, I think I've talked enough. You all know the rest of the story - our five-day journey to be registered by the Romans in Bethlehem just as Mary was nearly due, our lodging in the stable behind the inn and the birth of our precious little baby boy. Then there were all the visitors that we had that night, the lovely gifts that they brought for our Jesus and then our hasty flight to Egypt to avoid that miserable Herod. I'll tell you, we would have been mighty worried if we'd been ordinary folk. But being able to put our trust in God, we knew that He would care for us and protect us.
Matthew 1: 18-25 This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus.
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The Christmas Difference By Rev. David R. Moran, Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church hristmas is just days away! So, have you noticed the difference yet? Have you already noticed the difference this sensational Season makes? Has it happened yet for you? Have you been the difference for someone else? Here it is: has someone else let you in the other lane without the usual snarl? Just as important: have you snarled less? Have you slowed down and let another driver in your lane? Ah, yes, it’s Christmas once again and things change at Christmastime… The Christmas spirit makes things different, because the Spirit of Christ-mas makes us different. While shopping, step back and watch the manners at the mall and the behaviour at the box stores this week. Watch others open and hold doors; offer his or her assistance; even give a smile during their own hectic “toy drive” of last minute shopping. At Christmas goodness and grace get elevated, kindness rises to the occasion, and joy jolts the hearts of the multitude toward new ways. It is amazing the civility that Christmas creates in the hearts and habits of humanity each year. Even more amazing is that it is all because a Baby was born in a humble feeding trough in Bethlehem—which was the entire purpose to begin with. Christ came to make a difference—not just in our driving, but also in our hearts and homes; our churches and cities; our belief and business; our priorities and passions; our motives and money; condition and culture; worship and work; our faith and frame of mind, too. That Bethlehem Baby makes all the difference. This year let’s not reduce the difference Christmas makes to one single day of celebration in December. Instead—even after the tree is tossed or tucked away, the important toy part lost, the lights stored in twisted knots—join with me and determine to let the difference Christmas makes be the difference in us throughout the year. Our roads will be much safer, too!
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The Frontenac News Christmas Greetings 2014
Aftermath - Jack the Hunter This column by retired mathematician and seasonal Maberly resident, Edward Barbeau, is for your mathematical amusement. Its author is very happy to correspond with readers about mathematical matters, and hopes that the column will turn out to be a dialogue with readers of the Frontenac News. His email address is barbeau@math.utoronto.ca.
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rom an ordinary deck of playing cards, take out the Jack of Spades and place it face up on the table. Now deal, face down, two piles each with fifteen cards. Cut one pile into two sub-piles, that we shall call A and B; cut the second pile similarly into two sub-piles, C and D. Ask someone to select one card from the remaining twentyone cards, to remember what it is but not to tell you, and then place it face up on one of the sub-piles, say A. Now place on top of this sub-pile one of the piles C and D, say C. You will now put the Jack of Spades face up on the subpile D and place on top of this the sub-pile B. Now place one of the resulting two piles on top of the other to form a single deck, all cards face down except the Jack of Spades. For example, we could have in order from the bottom the A,
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Now I’m 7 and not very tall by Marion Hart, dedicated to her children: Steven, Marcie and Leanne The wind is blowing with all its might The snow that’s been falling will be just right We can take out toboggans to a hill and find Our friend covered with snow, the right kind Or friend is the hill with a very fine path But if it’s covered with mud we end up in a bath We can wait and go by the moon’s bright light And have our sleigh ride when it gets night If the snow is packy a snow man we’ll make We have to bring out the clothes it will take Big buttons for eyes and carrots his nose A hat and a bright red scarf that shows. He waits at the bottom for us to slide down We give him a smile but never a frown We climb up the hill slow but come down so fast Waving at our snowman as we go on past We leave him behind now as we load up our sleigh
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Off to the frozen pond with our friends we will play We bring our skates, marshmallows and mittens Sometimes we wish we could bring our two kittens Our big brother comes with us to make sure we’re fine He helps with our skates but mostly mine He builds a bonfire to keep us all warm Like grandpa’s bees to the flowers, to the fire we swarm We have to be careful and not get too near The marshmallows taste good and our friends are all here Sometimes I fall down I’m just learning to skate Soon I will learn, this year I will be 8 Now I’m just 7 and not very tall, I take my time and try not to fall. Every time I go skating I get much better It’s time to leave, I keep getting wetter. When spring comes and the snow melts away We get our kites and with the wind we’ll play The frogs will be singing from the pond where we played The hill is better - for the pond I won’t trade To the hill where we played on the hard-packed snow We now take our kittens and up the path we go. We play hide and seek, 2 kittens, my sister and I Run down to the bottom so fast our feet fly. Our snowman is gone but our kittens wait there So furry and soft, they make quite a pair. The path up the hill to grandma’s we take Oatmeal cookies and donuts she helps us to bake We take up our aprons, oven mitts and dolls Mom says goodbye, be careful, don’t fall Down the hill we go, the cookie jar we can fill As long as we don’t hurry and out they all spill.
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of Murvale. More than 150 guests attended over the three days and enjoyed holiday snacks and refreshments at a number of tables set up in the showroom. Caird said that this year’s focus was on the youngsters, who were invited to make a number of shrink art holiday crafts. Each child also had a chance to colour and take home their very own naA Mexican nativity in a carved gourd tivity scene, which Caird said helps to demonstrate to them the true meaning of Christmas. The Cole Lake organizers paid back Mary Murphy’s generosity by lending a number of nativities from their collection to her own church’s Nativity Sunday, which took place in Railton on Dec. 7. Both events are meant to connect members of the local community with the real meaning of Christmas, which Jean Freeman said “is the birth of Christ who came into the world to save us from our sins.”
My Tree by Jean Lewis One year when I was little I cut my own wee tree. I set it in a pail of coal It sure looked good to me. Upon my dresser top it sat In my bedroom by the stairs. The branches were quite spindly, But I didn’t really care. To me it was a lovely tree,
So green and fresh and new. The ornaments were placed with care. They numbered quite a few. It was just a simple cedar tree But, oh, it looked so grand. I cherished every drooping branch. The finest in the land.
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ver 20 vendors took part in the first ever “Get Ready For Christmas” craft show and bake sale that took place at the Snow Road Snowmobile Club on Dec. 6. Over 100 enthusiastic shoppers visited the club house in a steady stream throughout the day and greatly appreciated the wide array of festive offerings created by a host of talented local and fromaway artisans and makers in a variety of different mediums. Up for grabs were tasty holiday treats including delectable cakes and cupcakes home made comestibles, as well as truffles and chocolates. There were hand crafted quilts and a wide assortment of hand sewn, knit and crocheted items, plus photography, fine art, Arbonne wellness products, and more. Hanne Quigley of Silent Valley Alpaca in Ompah was one of the participating vendors and had a wide range of cozy, wearable winter items created from alpaca wool, which included shawls woven by Ompah weaver Ellen Good, hats made by North Frontenac knitters, Canadian-made socks, and alpaca yarn from Quigley's own herd. As well, members of the snowmobile club offered up a delicious lunch menu, which many enjoyed. The event was organized by president of the Snow Road Snowmobile Club, Ruth Wark, and club member Alice Gilchrist and they were very pleased with the turnout. In order to get feedback, they offered a survey to the vendors to find out if they would be interested in participating again next year and judging by the smiling faces of the vendors and buyers alike, this festive holiday show may indeed become a regular annual event in Snow Road.
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Thanks for making the journey worthwhile.
May the coming season bring tidings of harmony and joy to you and your family and may the new year bring you health, happiness and prosperity.
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Outdoors in the Land O’ Lakes - “Assisted housing” for Phoebes
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enjoyed your recent column on nests and thought it was a good time to tell you my story (more like a saga!) about my “assisted housing” for phoebes. For a decade or more now, we’ve had phoebes trying to nest just to the side of our front door where there is a narrow ledge over it and the window near it. At first we tried scaring them away by banging on the window or door but this required constant vigilance -- they’re very persistent. It also meant cleaning up muddy, sticky, nesting materials that dropped regularly. After a season or two of this (we’re slow learners!), we decided to tape sheets of paper from the porch ceiling down past the ledge bottom. That was very effective, except for the odd time the tape gave away and they managed to get
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Then this past summer disaster struck. They had pretty much the full nest built when a wind blew the entire thing into the flower bed below. At this point they reappeared at the front door (which is out of the wind) to try that again, even with the wedges there. I guess wedges trump wind. So, we went back to putting up the paper sheets and on to our next plan, the assisted housing idea. To make the back window ledge more appealing, I added a 1” x 2” windbreak on the west side of the ledge, and extended the depth of the ledge another 2” with another 1” x 2”. The phoebes didn’t seem to notice my handiwork at first (or didn’t want to accept charity?), but after a few days they started their nest buildChristmas beliefs … be the one who steps up with all the ing. After trying a couauthority your seniority carries … and assure them that yes, ple of spots on the ledge, they settled on the side closest to there really IS a Santa Claus. Give them the opportunity to the windbreak and appear to have had 2 babies. But I’m not learn about all that Santa Claus can bring to Christmas. And a 100% sure they didn’t move on to some other nesting site then smile yourself at how amazing it is that it’s true! for those 2. I never saw the fledglings in the nest, but there As I repeated this discussion year after year it never failed were 2 juveniles flying around some weeks later. to enchant me as one or more students would squint and The assisted housing idea came late in the nesting season so I can hardly wait to think and then almost whisper … ‘That was such a great see what will happen this way to explain that Mrs. P…’ And then some years I would spring when it’s there right be ever so lucky to overhear students talking in the hallway, from the beginning. If they or on the playground, or lining up for buses as either they don’t go for it, I could be stood up for Santa for littler ones … or even explained, as I sending you a sequel, and had, how there really was a Santa Claus. looking for some advice. Merry Christmas Season everyone! Cheers, May the spirit of Dennis McDermott Christmas keep you warm all season long... here are three stages and the happy glow of man: he believes in of holiday joy stay Santa Claus; he does not with you thoughout the believe in Santa Claus; he year. Your business... is Santa Claus. and friendship...mean Bob Phillips to you & your family from the world to us. Thanks
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right around the globe to share plenty. When we’re little, this concrete ‘Father Christmas’ is the spark that lights the magic. As we grow older we keep that understanding alive through seeing the larger ‘myth’ We get excited and look forward to the traditional Santas in the mall, at our Christmas parties, in our favourite Christmas movies. We begin to take on some of the jobs of Santa … perhaps putting a gift under the family tree for our parents ‘from Santa’. Or taking part in classroom ‘Secret Santa’ activities. Santa becomes much more than we thought ‘he’ was when we were little. He is the spirit of many of our holiday celebrations. ‘He’ does exist – ‘he’ is just much more than you thought he was when you were little. You started out with the make-believe Santa … and then as you were ready you moved to see the ‘Christmas character’ Santa … and eventually you will move along to be the Santa in someone else’s life. So you see – Santa IS real. Santa is the spirit of this amazing season. Don’t be sad or angry that the ‘one and only’ Santa is evolving into something different in your life. Stop and really let yourself enjoy what can be just as magical – the spirit of this holiday season. You know that Spirit of Christmas Santa now … but don’t forget the Santa you started with. When you hear that little voice … wavering uncertainly in response to someone’s mean spirited dig at their
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started on whatever bit of ledge was exposed. But, this meant putting up new sheets every year -- about 8’ of them to cover the door and window ledges. Then I got the idea of putting wooden wedges on the ledge. This I figured would stop them, would blend in with the look of the house (unlike white sheets of 8 1/2 x 11 paper!), and would be permanent. So I went to one of the lumber stores and had them cut me a 2” x 2” piece of wood at a 45 degree angle which I then cut off into pieces to fit the sections between the battens. This forced the phoebes to try the even narrower ledge around the remaining part of the porch, but after a few tries, and more nesting goo to clean up, they gave up. They then went for a spot under our deck for a year but didn’t seem to like this, possibly because some robins were under there too. The next spot they tried looked perfect, a window ledge at the back of the house. They could drop all the goo they wanted to, it just went into the flower bed below. There they raised a family or two for a couple of seasons -- four fledglings stuffed into the nest on the narrow ledge.
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Steve and I would like to wish all our readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thanks especially to everyone who contacted us with their comments and questions, and sent in their photos and observations. Please continue to send your observations to us: Lorraine Julien at naturewatching@gmail.com or Steve Blight at frontenac.nature@ gmail.com (please note that this is a new email address for Steve Blight) Thanks to Dennis McDermott for sending us the following excellent story about his experiences with Phoebes.
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Giant holiday stocking to be raffled off at Treasure Trunk by Julie Druker taff at the Treasure Trunk in Sharbot Lake will be raffling off their gigantic Christmas holiday gift stocking, which they have filled to the brim with Christmas goodies for the entire family. The stocking includes brand new gifts items that have been donated by businesses and individuals from the local community, including brand new flannel pajamas, slippers, hats, scarves, mittens, New Year's Eve crackers, numerous games, toys and crafts for youngsters, plus body lotions, jewelry and more. The draw will take place at noon on December 19 at the Treasure Trunk. Proceeds from the raffle will help to fund a new CLNF video titled “We Are the Champions”, which was created for Community Living by local videographer Jesse Mills and shows how Community Living-NF assists members of the community with its many diverse programs. Janet Barr, vocational instructor with CLNF at the Treasure Trunk, said the raffle is the first one of its kind. Tickets cost $2 can be purchased at the Treasure Trunk up until the
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day of the draw. Holiday shoppers looking for special gift giving ideas should note that the Treasure Trunk is also selling a wide range of special Christmas-themed holiday gift baskets and gift certificates for the upcoming holiday season. The Treasure Trunk is located at 1171 Canon Road in Sharbot Lake and is open until December 24, Monday to Friday from 9 am-3pm; closed from Christmas Day until New Year's Day.
As we open our hearts and homes this season, we welcome in the joy of the holidays. Thanks for your valued business.
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