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by Julie Druker
lose to 30 youngsters enjoyed a festive Easter celebration at Arden’s Kennebec hall thanks to the Kennebec Rec committee, who put on their 16th annual Easter party for kids on March 26. There were crafts and games, an Easter egg hunt, a hot lunch, home-made cookies and more. Numerous committee members, volunteers and parents assisted in helping the community’s youngsters at the party and every child also received a take home goodie bag. Wanda Harrison, chair of the Kennebec Rec. Committee, said she was "very pleased with the turn out. It wouldn't have been possible without all the work done by volunteers, parents and local businesses who assisted in making the Easter party another memorable day for so many youngsters in the Arden and community.
‘Green’ resort to replace wind power as engine of economic growth in North Frontenac/Addington Highlands P
reliminary plans were announced this week at a joint meeting of AHEAD (Addington Highlands Economic Advancement Directorate) and the North Frontenac Economic Development Task Force (EDTF) for the development of a new kind of 'green resort' for Vennachar/Denbigh to build on the success of Bon Echo Park. The group behind the project first came together last year to propose alternatives to wind power proposals in the two townships. At that time the idea of a resort that featured “local organic gardening and livestock incorporated into cooking workshops with guest chefs, local craft beers, and outdoor activities in both summer and winter” (edition 15-26 – July 2 – page 2) was proposed by Ashby Lake summer resident Stan Crothers, who claimed to have $5 million already committed towards the project. Now that proposals for industrial wind turbines in the two townships have been rejected by the IESO (Independent Electrical Systems Operator) what advocates describe as 'fun' initiatives are back on the table. “We did a scan of the tourism sector in Ontario and particularly Eastern Ontario, with the help of the Highlands Tourism Organisation in Pembroke, and have determined that the Land O'Lakes region lacks the identity of other regions, such as the Kawarthas and the Muskokas,” said Crothers, a high tech entrepreneur from Ottawa
who is looking to diversify his business interests. “Without something unique a resort would not be viable here. That got us thinking about innovating to change that picture.” Crothers did extensive research on economic development in Frontenac County, and eventually got a hold of an old study for the Frontenac Centre project, a proposal from the year 2001 that never got past the idea stage. He followed up by contacting Brian Ritchie, the first Economic Development Officer for Frontenac County, who spent an afternoon going over the details of the proposed resort with him. Crothers came out of the meeting enthused about the concept behind the Frontenac Centre. “Ritchie's idea was to invite emerging chefs and artists for residency at the resort, so visitors could mingle with them in a wilderness setting, but with modern amenities. I love the idea,” said Crothers Wanting to keep to the movement towards local food and beverage experiences, but being aware of the head start places such as Prince Edward County, and even Hastings have in terms of breweries, wineries and specialty food products, Crothers and his group decided they needed to focus on the 'wilder' side of life. “What we have here is wilderness, we have unspoilt lakes, and knowing that it will take at least 5 years to develop a resort we thought that by that time marijuana will be
legalised,” said Crothers. He said that there will be a raft of marijuana artisans in Ontario once it is legalizsd. “Not only growers, but artisans making edible products will be literally coming out of the wilderness. That has been the case in Colorado, where the market for specialty products has mushroomed over the last two years. Someone is going to jump into that space, why not us.” Crothers idea, which has been endorsed by AHEAD and EDTF, is to immediately commence a search for a large parcel of land, at least 500 acres, which can be “transformed into a magical wilderness adventure resort that will be suitable for the entire family. “You can imagine hiking and canoeing, followed by a fine meal, local beer, cheese, meat and fine garden greens from Frontenac and L&A Counties' finest producers, with a selection of the finest locally grown and fashioned marijuana products for those who are so inclined,” he said. Anticipating complaints that he is developing a resort only for adults, Crothers pointed out that even “Disney World has licensed areas. The trick is to keep substances, be they wine, beer, or marijuana, away from children. There are many ways to do that.” Crothers added that while the marijuana focus is likely to get media attention, the Wild Frontenac/Addington resort will be “a
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“Character capes” at Perth Road PS D
esigning, sewing and donning “character capes” is a unique art project that is giving one class of grade six students at Perth Road Public School not only a chance to learn how to sew, but also an opportunity to better understand their own and their fellow students personal potentials. On March 29 the students in Miss Grahams classroom split up into groups to resume the work they began a few weeks ago on their “character capes”. The project is one of the Issues Based Arts Projects made possible through a grant created in partnership between the Limestone District School Board and the Ontario Arts Council. The idea of a group sewing project based on the theme of character capes was developed by PRPS teacher Kelly Graham and long time textile artist Elinor Rush. For a number of weeks the students have been designing and sewing character capes as a way to develop their own personal characters while learning to respect the personalities and traits of their fellow students as they work together in teams. The character themes are based in native folklore, specifically the teachings of the seven grandfathers. The names of the capes include: honesty, love, wisdom, growth, self control, courage and respect. Each group has designed the lettering and imagery to fit their trait and the idea is that when a student in the class demonstrates a trait they will be acknowledged by donning that particular cape. Prior to splitting up into their sewing groups, the students discussed the basic personality traits. Then, based on a test that each took, they were placed into groups where different personalities in the class could have a chance to work together as a team. The project has encouraged students not only to learn the hard skills of how to design and sew a wearable cape but also to better understand their own personal strengths and weaknesses while also learning to respect those of their fellow students. Miss Graham explained how the idea for the capes came about. “The goal here was for the students to explore personal
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strengths and group dynamics and to create an object that could recognize their special achievements”, Graham said. “Earlier in the year I recognized a common dynamic in many classrooms where certain students tend to get a lot more air time than others and it concerned me. Through this project, the students have learned to listen to each other and to see that every student in the class has a special and important role to play. The result has been a more diverse, inclusive and respectful classroom community.’” Textile artist Elinor Rush’s role has been to help the students to learn the skills of designing and sewing fabric and she began by providing each group with a sewing kit Miss Graham and textile artist Elinor Rush with grade six students at Perth Road PS and showing them the basics of sewing. Students also and their “character capes” learned basic pattern drafting learned both about themselves and their fellow classmates skills. The result has been seven colourful capes with imag- through the character capes project. Jaxon Stonness, who es that include an owl (wisdom), a heart and a dove (love), worked on the self control cape, said, “the whole point of a bluejay (honesty), a leafy tree (growth), a white and brown the project was to learn how to work together as a team”. bear (courage), a wolf (respect) and a dog balancing a bone Nick Johnston who worked on the cape of wisdom said that on its nose (self control). he learned “how to value everyone in the group.” Miss Gra“What has developed here is much more of a team com- ham hopes that the students will take these special “character munity, one that is more inclusive and respectful compared cape” traits out with them into the bigger world, along with a to how it was before the project began’, Graham said. new and a better understanding of how every person, no matA number of students spoke to me about what they have ter their personality type, has something of value to offer.
Absenteeism at Frontenac County I
t has been a number of years since absenteeism among paramedics at Frontenac Paramedic Services and both nursing and non-nursing staff at Fairmount Home was flagged as above the industry targets for those sectors. The county’s human resources staff have been gathering data on absenteeism ever since, in an effort to determine if absenteeism mitigation efforts have had an effect. The latest rolling average suggests that Fairmount Home staff are still off sick more often than the target, which for nursing staff is 10 days or less off sick per year for 80% of employees and
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for non-nursing staff is 7 days off sick per year for 80% of employees. 67%% of nursing staff and 71.5% of non-nursing staff met the target. The 67% figure for nursing staff represents an improvement over the 64% figure from the previous period, but for non-nursing staff it represents a drop from the previous period, when 86% of staff met the target. As for paramedics working for Frontenac Paramedic Services, who have a target of 12 sick days for 80% of employees, the numbers continue to lag. Only 58% of paramedics met the target, down from 65% the last time around. In presenting the numbers to a meeting of Frontenac County Council a couple of weeks ago, CAO Kelly Pender said that specific circumstances, such as a flu outbreak that sent a number of paramedics home in the middle of their shifts last December and lasted three to four days in most cases, “had a significant impact on the statistics”.
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Letter to the editor Re Syrian refugees
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ecently the News has printed two letters with negative reactions to the influx of Syrian refugees to our country. While I can sympathize with Ms. Layfield’s frustration at being on a waiting list for housing, she has not been living in a tent for years in a war torn country. The other lady who wrote last week says she feels sorry for the Syrian refugees and to quote her “any one of us with a heart agrees these people need help”. At this point her letter switches into a negative rant toward our government. First off #1 she states ”leaders are putting our country in severe distress even putting our country in peril”. Well those are mighty strong words and what pray tell does she have to show us as concrete evidence that this statement is true? #2 She finds it disgusting that “Canadian soldiers are homeless here now.” If this is a true fact then we can blame the Harper government for that. #3 She states that” a working family needs $100,000 a year to pay for renovations and 80% of Canadians do not have all brand new furnishings in their
Re - drama teacher
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ccording to Ken Fisher, we have magically, by the election of a grade 4 drama teacher (great background for leading a nation) illuminated Canada with happy days and prosperity. So what do the actions of the new PM prove? One thing for sure, they certainly illuminate us to the reality that Mr Fisher's ruminations are kind of "fishy?" I would think common sense has to indicate that bringing into the nation a bunch of economic immigrants, unvetted, in spite of the fact that security advisors have warned of the danger of implanted Muslim terrorists, is stupid, if not the imposition on the citizenry of a death wish. To boot, a huge debt has been added to the next generation, a theft of their future prosperity and an act I would call child abuse. The increased debt will pay for these economic immigrants, while homeless people and working poor are neglected. Trashing many tax breaks for working class people installed by Stephen Harper, is certainly not an act that brings confidence to people who do not guzzle the kool aid either. Legalizing marijuana, the gateway drug, means more impaired driving injuries and deaths to innocent people, as well as more cancer cases due to the fact that the substances in weed are more toxic than those found in tobacco. His reference to a Liberal win in Kingston is no news, it has been a liberal strong hold for decades with the block voting of a college, a university, their throngs of giddy but brain washed students, and a large civil service. In fact, I bet if a beaver with two broken buck teeth were to run as a Liberal candidate, it would be voted in as well. The "One" immediately after becoming leader of the LPC demonstrated his ignorance of the Charter authored by his father, and in an act of bigotry, discrimination, intolerance and partisanship, imposed his view that the party would not have any pro-life candidates. In an act of stupidity, arrogance and tyranny, he ignored a letter from seven former pro-life LPC MPs criticizing the "dictatorial" decision. His response? "Times have changed for the better." I, and a lot of other people, doubt it and time will certainly prove the biggest gaffe ever was to elect this loser. I will accede to one point Mr. Fisher did make, and that is "Here's the arrival of change..." Well the facts and actions of the drama teacher show that change has indeed arrived, but in the world of liberalism where up is down, black is white, and wrong is right, I doubt the change will be welcomed by anyone who has the ability to examine evidential realities and think critically. The truth will indeed punish all of us, even though people with less sense than God gave a billygoat were responsible for voting into office someone more than a bit uneducated on essential things necessary to make wise and proper decisions. - Edward Kennedy
homes” Where does she get these statistics SINCE 1970 from? Did she pick these numbers out of a hat? #4 She goes on to say she believes Syrian refugees need to be made comfortable here but then states ”They shouldn’t get $6000 double oven stoves or $4000 chesterfields”. Who told her Syrian refugees would be receiving such luxuries and where did she get these numbers from? She has nothing to back up such statements that are given as facts. At the end Ms. Akey reveals her true colours when she states “I believe our country is on the brink of a severe depression, and we should know who to thank for that.” So in other words, according to Ms. Akey, if we help the Syrian refugees come to this country to start a new life of freedom we risk bringing down a terrible depression on our country. Balderdash!! Canada let in thousands of Vietnamese boat people when they were in crisis and our country thrived because of it. We are our brother’s keeper. It is the humanitarian way and our government is leading the way among the nations of the Western world. - Pamela Giroux
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don’t mind admitting it - I have broad shoulders. It doesn’t bother me if people tell me my hair is too long and my ears are too short. I can hack it when they indicate my thighs are too wide and my shoulders are too sloped. I just laugh when people tell me my hair is too gray and my teeth are too sharp. If people think I am over-educated and underfed, that is their problem. And I have always considered myself of martyr material when it comes to people wondering why I am a Christian. But when certain elements in the hierarchy insult my intelligence, I feel the hackles on the back of my neck start to rise. And not just my intelligence - included in the snub are the poverty-stricken masses of Ontario. When a letter came from Hydro One stating that they were going to set in place the Ontario Electricity Support Programme, which would help low income families with their hydro bills in the future, I, like many another, rejoiced that they actually seemed to have a heart. But upon perusing my last bill which had the full amount allotted to me, I began to search for the Ontario Clean Energy Benefit, a 10% credit which we have been enjoying for years past. It was not there. Also I noted that the amount given to me from the OESP reflected 10% of my average hydro bill. So now I am credited with a set credit, which does not change if my bill goes either up or down. Frankly, I can’t envisage it going down any time soon. The result seems to me to be a Win-Wynne situation. The OESP programme makes the government look generous, all the while saving on the OCEB programme. It doesn’t take too many brains to figure this out, but I am sure they think they are pulling the wool over the eyes of the general populace. - (Mrs) Antonia Chatson
When is a bribe a benefit?
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n a story published in the March 3, 2016 issue of the Frontenac News, the opponents of windmills in Addington Highlands Township complain that the township council only supported the windmill projects because the companies offered to pay the township $500,000 a year for 20 years. What's wrong with a community benefiting from hosting windmills? Many people complain that hosting communities have all of the problems associated with renewable projects but none of the benefits. Calling a benefit a bribe doesn't change the fact that this is welcome income for many communities. I didn't realize that Addington Highlands or North Frontenac were so rich that they could turn down that kind of income. The opponents of renewable projects have a number of reasons for opposing them. The main one mentioned in the BEARAT (Bon Echo Area Residents Against Turbines) website has to do with the environment and species at risk. While it is true that building turbines will have a disruptive affect on the environment, it is also true that impacts can be mitigated through careful planning and remediation. The projects will have to undergo an environmental impact study, which will help determine the impacts and whether they can be mitigated. It is important to remember that everything we do has an impact on the environment and that we will have to use more nuclear power if we do not increase our renewable energy sources. Nuclear power also has impacts on the environment and this has to be remembered in our discussion. Finally, opponents of windmills claim that windmills will spoil the natural beauty of the area and will harm the tourism business. Of course, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and I would like to make a personal observation in that regard. I visited Prince Edward Island last summer and had wonderful time. I would gladly go back. Of course, there are windmills there and my guess is that they have little or no effect on the tourism business. Wolfe Erlichman
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• The proposed District Euchre Tournament for SGA, scheduled for May 7 has been cancelled due to a lack of participation. • The 16th Annual Children’s Easter Party was a success despite the wintry weather. The egg hunt was held indoors rather than outdoors because the Bunnies kept on losing their footing on the ice, but the kids didn’t seem to mind at all. There were lots of crafts and games to play, and by noon everyone was ready for a quiet lunch, dessert and then giveaways. There were a few newcomers to the party and we hope they will join us again. Thanks to the kids and parents who attended, and to all the volunteers from the Rec. Committee. • The spring session of Fit ‘n Fun begins Tuesday April 5 at 9 am. This exercise program is open to men and women of all ages. There are warm up exercises, which progress into toning, weights, aerobics and then a cool down. Bring your mat, weights (or soup cans), a towel and lots of water. Wear comfortable clothing and running shoes, and be prepared to be work out to good soothing music. This is a ten-week program that will get you bikini ready for this summer. • The Arden Seniors will hold their next monthly meeting April 5. The business meeting begins at 11 am followed by a potluck lunch. If you are 55+ years young, would like to meet some new people and keep up with community events, come and join in. Everyone is welcome. • On Wednesday April 6, the Arden pastoral charge will be visited by the Oversight Committee of Presbytery. The meeting will be held in the Arden church, and all are welcome. • Everyone is invited to listen to master Storyteller, Brad Woods, Saturday, April 9 at Circle Square Ranch. This Terry Falls award-winning novelist leaves audiences laughing and thinking at the same time. Brad also won the Anne Smythe Travel Grant and has been featured at the Yukon International Storytelling Festival in Whitehorse and was the first Canadian featured at the Los Angeles Storytelling Festival.
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• An April Fool’s Karaoke Party and Buffet will be held on April 1 at the Harrowsmith S and A Club. Tickets are $10 for non-members. Admission is free for all individuals who are club members or have donated to or volunteered at any club event. Please call Pam 372-1578 or email moreyp@kos.net to reserve your ticket. Limited number of tickets available so reserve early. • A Youth Dance for public school-aged children will be held April 1 from 7-9:30pm at the Golden Links Hall. Cost is $6. For information call 372-2410. • The Odd Fellows and Rebekahs are hosting the Old Time Fiddlers Open Mike on April 10 at the Golden Links Hall from 1-5pm followed by dinner. Cost is $10. For details call 3722410. Proceeds will go to Camp Trillium. • Words to live by: Treat everyone with kindness, even those who are rude to you. Not because they are not nice, but because you are nice. Have a great week.
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• Thank you to Denbigh Recreation for a great Easter party on Saturday, with lots of fun games and activities! • The Annual Maple Syrup Pancake Breakfast will be held at the New Apostolic Church on Saturday, April 2, 9am to 1pm. Donations to the food bank gratefully accepted. A Sunday Night Gospel Homecoming in support of the food bank will be held on April 24, 7pm, featuring Road to Glory, Highway 41 and special guests. Contact Rev. Robert Sprague at 3339777 or robertjsprague@gmail.com for info. • This Sunday at 11am is the last service at Vennachar Free Methodist Church before renovations begin. It will be a celebration of the ministry that has taken place in the building. Everyone is welcome. While the work is being done, Sunday services will be held in the church parsonage basement. A Spaghetti Dinner, Silent Auction and evening of music will be held on April 29 at the Denbigh Hall. Cost for the dinner is a donation, with all proceeds to the VFMC building fund. For info call Pastor Laurie Lemke at 613-479-2673. • The Canadian Cancer Daffodil Campaign will begin for the month of April 2016. Canvassers will be going door to-door in the Griffith, Matawatchan and selected areas of Denbigh.
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Everyone will have proper I.D. with them. Please give generously; all the money raised will stay in our area. • Sunday, April 24 is the Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club’s Annual Daffodil Tea at the Lion’s Hall in Griffith, 1pm to 3pm. Lunch served, tea and coffee poured by cancer survivors. Music will be provided by Highway 41; $7 per person, with all proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society and staying in our area.
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• Great to see so many folks back from a winter “away”. Also a great herd of folks attended the Harlowe music jamonce again, enjoying the swell food, toe tapping tunes and all-round fun atmosphere. We were busy with my husband having prostate surgery and we are happy to report that he is feeling improved and that no cancer was ever present or found. • Tomorrow (April 1) promises a lot of pranks and pranksters - so perhaps there is some fun-filled April Fool’s sensationalism in the paper. • Henderson United is now meeting weekly at 8:45 am. All welcome.
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• Throughout 2016, the Perth Military Settlement will celebrate its 200th anniversary. Your assistance in passing on information about the celebrations would be appreciated. The Perth Military Settlement was founded in 1816, in what is now eastern Canada, at the end of the Napoleonic Wars. The present-day ‘military settlement’ now encompasses four eastern Ontario municipalities: the Town of Perth and the Townships of Beckwith, Drummond/North Elmsley, and Tay Valley. They all are organizing major celebrations to welcome visitors interested in participating in this historic year. More details on the 200th Anniversary celebrations can be found at www.2016.lanarkcountytourism.ca or call 1-888452-6275. • The development of an online mapping tool has been a key element of the preparations for the celebrations. This map showcases the original settlers, allowing the public to use the tool to locate ancestors who may have settled in the Perth Military Settlement Area. It can be accessed by visiting the maps page at the web address above. During the year, historic re-enactments, community heritage days, barbeque block parties, festivals and fairs will be held throughout the settlement area with active participation from community groups and local businesses. Come together with your family and friends to help us celebrate this significant anniversary of the founding of our communities. Help us turn your story into part of our history! • The book “At Home in Tay Valley” will be available for sale at some of the lake association meetings that will be attended by the reeve and planner of Tay Valley Township. They will be bringing the books with them. Order forms will also be available from the lake associations, their websites, and newsletters. • On April 2, Karen Prytula (yours truly) will deliver a presentation called ‘Our Disappearing Heritage Landscape’ at the Lanark County Genealogical Society meeting, which will be held at the Drummond Centre Hall, 1920 Concession 7 Rd., (just off Hwy 7 midway between Perth & Innisville). GPS Coordinates: 44.969N by 76.196W – Home of Archives Lanark. The meeting starts at 1:30 pm, is FREE, and open to the public. You don’t have to be a member to attend. If you have never been to Archives Lanark, the doors open at 10 am and close during the presentation. Make this your opportunity to come and browse the records at Archives Lanark, which are available to the public FREE for your perusal or research. There are also many publications for sale; no debit cards, cash only.
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• Sympathy to the family of the Rev. Martin Walsh, beloved husband of Ann, • Sympathy also to the family of Warren Branscombe, husband of Winnifred Sargeant • Here are some April birthdays: Glen Matson, Charlotte Thompson, Betty Eastman, Dawn Boulianner, Pat Lowery,
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Tammy Shelly, Matthew Barr, Gladys Whan 103, Isabella Uens. • Happy Anniversary to Sandy & Christine Scott, Ellis & MaryLou Woolfrey. • Circle Square Ranch will be presenting a storyteller, Brad Woods on April 9 at 7pm. Tickets are $12 each; phone 613335-5403 for more info • The gospel sing on March 28 at the Parham Free Methodist church featured John Reid and his Eagle Band along with local talent. It was great to see Harold Warren there with his daughter Paula, who sang Amazing Grace. Ralph McInnes was the MC. Thanks to everyone that helped with the refreshments • Visitors at the home of Bill and Sylvia Powers were their daughter Elizabeth and children from Virginia, plus others from Toronto, and Barry’s Bay. • We attended the Good Friday service at Parham Free Methodist church in the morning and then the Arden United Church in the afternoon. “Clearview”, a group made up of members of the Matson family, played special songs that told the story of the Crucifixion. The service was very moving. • The Sharbot Lake Lions Club will be having an “All you can eat breakfast “ for $7 on April 2, 8-11am. Come out to support them. • Thinking of Vernon Scott, Bill Powers, David Fox, Dora Scott, Verna Cowdy, Irene Monds, Bill Haynes, Pearl Barr, Shirley Noonan, Patsy Thibeaut, Barbara Ellesworth. • Visitors over the Easter weekend at the home of Judi Fox were her son David Fox and family from Yellowknife. We are glad that David is feeling better. • Darin McKinnon of the Pastoral Charge will conduct the service on April 13 at 10:30am at Pine Meadow Nursing Home to help celebrate the new chapel. • On April 3 at the Petworth Community Church of God, there will be Easter music performed by various talented people at 2pm Free will offering. The pastor is Rev. Ruth Ann Paul. • On April 9 from 8-11am at Oso hall there will be a kick-off “Relay for Life” breakfast with pancakes & sausages etc. for $5 • Hope everyone had a great Easter weekend in spite of the snow and ice storm. • Quotation: Life is not the wick, nor the candle, but the burning.
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• The 1st Sydenham Spark and Brownie Units will be at the Sydenham Foodland on Saturday, April 2 from 9am-1pm. The girls will be selling the classic chocolate and vanilla cookies for $5 a box. You can also purchase the cookies from any Spark, Brownie, Guide or Pathfinder. • Come Celebrate Spring at the Perth Road Maple Syrup Festival on Saturday, April 9, 9:30am - 3:30pm, sponsored by the Perth Road Sunday School Hall Board. There will be pancakes & sausages with fresh maple syrup; adults $8; children $4; under 3 yrs free. There will also be home baking, crafts, preserves and maple syrup for sale; children’s games, fish pond, face painting (10:30 - 2); and pony rides from 11am – 1pm. Visit the Votary Family Farm & tour the sugar house! Dress for the weather and the mud! • On Tuesday, April 19, the SALT* Committee (*Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) will be presenting a SALT Speakers Series. The talks will be held in three locations: at the Storrington Fire Hall in Sunbury at 10am; at the Grace Centre in Sydenham at 2pm; and at the Verona Lions Hall at 7pm. Topics that will be covered are: “Falls & Prevention”; ‘Keeping Healthy”; and “Scams & Fraud”. The speakers will be Rhonda Lovell from KFL&A Public Health; Annie Campbell and Meredith Prikker from the Verona & Sydenham Medical Clinics; and Constable Roop Sandhu from the Hartington OPP detachment. You can pre-register by calling Southern Frontenac Community Services at 613-376-6477, or just drop in to the presentation. • By popular demand, on Saturday, April 23 at 7:30 pm, the Grace Centre in Sydenham will present the return of “Sheesham, Lotus and ‘Son: The New Kings of Old Time”, with Sheesham Crow, Lotus Wight and ‘Son Sanderson. They are committed to the preservation of music and tradition of the past. The core of the show is a repertoire based on their love of the American fiddle tune, joyously played, not only with fiddle, but also with jawharps, banjos, and homemade instruments like the contrabass harmoni-phonium. Ragtime and blues never sounded so good. Their performance last year was sold out and very enthusiastically received. There was lots of toe-tapping and big smiles all round at the astounding musicianship and antics. The concert is a fundraiser for Southern Frontenac Community Services. Tickets are only $12 in advance and $15 at the door. No cost for children 10 and under. Tickets can be purchased at: Gilmour’s in Harrowsmith; the SFCSC office at 4419 George Street; the One Stop in Sydenham; Ormsbee’s Mercantile in Sunbury.
Submitted by the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust Howard Clifford is President of the MMLT, a local charity that helps landowners conserve their treasured wilderness properties for the long term. His family owns the largest property conserved by the Land Trust, home to the popular Blueberry Mountain, which now welcomes over 1,000 visitors each year. In his presentation, Clifford will share some of his research findings, but rather than present only an academic perspective he will share actual experiences demonstrating the power of nature.On Wednesday, April 6, at the Annual General Meeting of the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT), you’ll have a chance to hear him speak about his research and his thoughts at the Perth Legion in a presentation entitled “The Wild Child – Unleashing the Power of Nature”. Research shows that among predictors of human health physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual - engagement in nature activities is critically important. Similarly recognized is the nature deficit so prevalent today. In past, kids were sent outside to play until the street lights came on, exploring nearby ravines and forests, climbing trees, cliffs, slithering into caves, frequently housing live critters in pockets, happily arriving home dirty or muddy, occasionally with cuts and bruises and clothes that needed re-patching. Today, children, either assigned or by choice, spend most of their time indoors. Activities are usually highly organized and structured, under close adult supervision. Children (and their parents and caregivers) are being denied the opportunity to connect freely with the natural world, and all the fun, wonder, and benefits that come from that experience. We understand the value of free-range chickens but not freerange children. Parents and those holding special places of influence in the child’s life must “rewild” themselves as well - for their own well-being and that of their children. MMLT has wilderness properties beckoning that wild child in young and old. The rocks and trees, meadows and ponds, the tadpoles and chickadees, are waiting to be explored, sensed, shared. We’re looking for ways to overcome the resistance and obstacles that discourage families and children, as well as clients of health services, from spending time in the various wilderness treasures protected by our land trust. One of our primary goals is to help them discover the “wild” in their nature. The MMLT will hold its AGM on April 6 beginning at 7 p.m. At 7:30 the general public is most welcome to join us for Howard Clifford’s presentation. Refreshments will be served. The Perth Legion is located at 26 Beckwith St. E. Information: 613-253-2722; www.mmlt.ca
• Due to inclement weather the Good Friday service had to be cancelled. Sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. • Hope everyone had a most blessed Easter Weekend. • Calling all Rebekahs and Oddfellows. Saturday April 9 is the Eastern Ontario Rally, held once again in Harrowsmith. Come out and renew old acquaintances and make new ones. • April 23 the Oddfellows are holding a potluck supper at the IOOF Hall - more details to follow. • The Junior Men’s team is lacking in players at this point - if you are under the age of 29 and want to play please let any member of executive know or send an email and we will be in touch. • There will be an all you can eat Lions Breakfast on April 2 from 8 to 11 am at the OSO Township hall - Cost is $7. • Relay for Life Committee is holding a pancake breakfast and Kick off on Saturday April 9 from 8 am to 11 am at the OSO hall in Sharbot Lake. $5 will get you pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice!! Plus you can register your team, buy luminaries, register as a survivor or buy some awesome swag!! Hope to see you there! • Happy Birthday to Frances Smith, Bob Brooks, Donna Fox, Dustin Teal, Rachel Neadow, Dakota Whan, Claudia Thompson, Cory Thompson, Charlene Godfrey, Suzanne MacGregor, Doris Campsall, and Micheline Montreail.
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Deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Don Lavery who passed away this past weekend. Don and his wife Jessie used to own James store in Plevna.
• The community volunteers’ Easter Egg Hunt was a great time! It was so nice to see all the kiddies out gathering treats. • All the maple syrup makers out there must be pleased. Easter weekend had the maple taps flowing for sure! Thank you Mother Nature!!
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New vendors at the Frontenac Farmers Easter Market
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NAEC Art Students Shine
by Julie Druker
L-R: Anthony Shorts, Kiernan Grand, Alex Flagler, Kara Rosien, Shannon Rosenblath, and Selena Pelicos show off their sun catchers. everal members of the Grade 10 Art class in order to make a sun-catcher. The trip was visited The Glass House in Kingston on subsidized by the Guild Fund, which is doMarch 10. Students learned how to cut, nated by the North Addington Guild to progrind, foil, solder and polish stained glass, mote the Arts at NAEC.
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l-r Lucinda Thum and David Bates of Bramble Heights Farm in Parham with shoppers Carl and Glenda Turner of Verona
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hen friends and family get together to celebrate the Easter long weekend, food is always a going concern. For that reason, vendors at the Frontenac Farmers Market have been putting on an annual Easter weekend event, which was held at Prince Charles Public School in Verona on March 26. Debbie Harris, long-time manager of the market, was pleased with the turn out and said the idea behind the Easter market is to give buyers a chance to purchase food locally grown and raised for their Easter celebrations. “This event is also a great outing for local people who may be entertaining guests for the weekend; it gives them something to do and a chance to get out and purchase a few things that might come in handy for their Easter meal and celebrations” Harris said. Sixteen vendors took part this year and up for grabs were fabulous meats like Easter hams, lamb, plus locally grown veggies, and a wide assortment of home made comestibles like jams, pickles, and candies. Home baked good like pies, hot cross buns, and monkey bread were also bountiful, and not to be missed were home-made perogies, organic soaps, spring seeds for growers, a wide assortment off art and craft items including home-spun yarns and more. Together with the long-time regular vendors, the Easter market introduced some new and notable sellers to the market’s loyal clientele. David Bates and Lucinda Thum, owners and operators of Bramble Heights Farm near Parham, are two first time vendors to the FFM. Their booth attracted much attention due to their unique products that include their pastured heritage pork, Muscovy ducks, geese, chicken meat and egg products and much more. The couple’s motto of “Happy Animals, Heritage Lifestyle” is as unique as their off-grid farm and hand built 176 square foot cabin located on their 30-
acre farm property near Parham, where they have a single solar panel, and still pump their water by hand. Old-style farm practices are first and foremost at Bramble Heights, where Bates and Thum raise a wide range of heritage breeds of pigs, ducks, geese and chickens both for meat, eggs and breeding stock. “We have a really old traditional style of raising our animals, who are all free range and ecologically raised”, Bates said. “We have a unique approach to raising our animals and as a result the products we sell, for example our pork, is especially tender, flavorful and juicy and our bacon is really something special”. The two have been farming for the last four years and they offer up a unique range of items including their “flock in a box” selection of fertile hatching duck and chicken eggs. They decided to join the farmers’ market not only to bring their goods to market but also to meet people in the community, to make contact with other farmers in the area, and to build up their animal stock, which they will be selling during the market’s upcoming regular season. “ We are hoping to introduce people to the idea of local food and the unique “happy” animals that we are raising”. The two also sell birch syrup, a wide selection of plants and local trees like beaked Hazelnut as well as locally grown produce, seeds and more. Judging by how fast their ducks and geese flew off the shelf on Saturday, these two farmers, new on the scene with the FFM, will no doubt be attracting many more shoppers when the regular market season opens in May. For more information about Bramble Heights visit www.brambleheights.com and for more information about the FFM visit www.frontenacfarmersmarket.ca and follow them on facebook.
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The Northwest Passage in Story and Song by Julie Druker
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here is likely no individual better able to inspire those interested in Canada's far north, and in particular the Northwest Passage, as singer/song writer David Newland. Newland has traveled extensively to both as a Zodiac driver and presenter with Adventure Canada, a travel company that offers travelers a chance to cruise to Canada's far north and experience the magic of its unique landscape and inhabitants. Newland gave a special presentation titled “The Northwest Passage in Story and Song” at the MERA Schoolhouse in McDonald's Corners on March 13. In the first section of his show he spoke of the history of Canada's far north and how many British explorers who traveled there in an effort to find the Northwest Passage, the quickest way to the Far East, met their demise. His knowledge and understanding of the place's controversial history is apparent and he peppered his factual presentation with maps and photos of the land and the people who were living there long before British explorers began making expeditions there. “This show places my journeys in context and helps to share some of what we as Canadians draw on when we think about the Northwest Passage and what it means to us,” Newland said when interviewed at the show. Being a guy who can drive a Zodiac, sing and write songs and who is also comfortable making presentations is what landed him this truly unique line of work. “Someone said he just needed a folk singer who could travel easily, drive boats, perform songs and make presentations - and that is how I ended up here.”
Newland, who currently lives in Cobourg, saved the musical portion of the show for its second half. He played guitar ukelele and harmonica and was joined by a three-piece band who backed him up beautifully, with Saskia Tomkins playing strings, Oisin Hannigan on various percussive instruments, and Steafan Hannigan on flutes, whistles and other instruments. They performed a number of original songs inspired fby Newland’s northern travels, songs like “Musk Ox Stew”, and “Under Forever Skies”. The latter tells of the “ghosts of men who came to plunder". The foursome played one upbeat and cheeky tune called “What Ho! The Arctic!” and they showed their musical diversity with a calypso-inspired tune titled “Beechy Island”, for which Newland displayed a slide of the beach where three sailors from Franklin's famed expedition are buried. They died during their first winter there. Newland is a seasoned and passionate performer and his passion for the north and its people comes through strongly in this show. His in between banter further opened listeners’ eyes to the magic that only Canada's far north can inspire. “If I had to use one word only to describe the place, I would say it would have to be 'scale' ...when you get to the Arctic, words begin to fail, words like sublime and awesome, often used these days to describe a brand of hot chocolate or a certain skate board move. In the Arctic these words aspire once again to their old ancient meanings.” For more information visit “The Northwest Passage in Story and Song” on Facebook.
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The General Store
By Teresa Shevchenko Editor’s note: This article by Teresa Shevchenko was written in 2006 and we are republishing part of it as a tribute to Don Lavery, who passed away last week. One of the joys of spending time at the cottage is stepping back in time to discover some of the old-fashioned general stores that are still operating in the area. These rural gems are an important part of Canadian heritage. The concept of the general store actually dates back to fur-trading days when customers could buy everything from a shovel to cod liver oil all at the same place. They are however, rapidly becoming an endangered species. Big box stores, urban sprawl and changing lifestyles are making it difficult for general store owners to stay in business. Once the thriving heart of small communities, many general stores in cottage country stand empty and forgotten, a reminder of a different, simpler way of life. This summer, cottagers in North Frontenac will surely miss a landmark. James General Store in Plevna, closed up shop in August 2005. Proprietors, Don and Jessie Lavery moved from the Toronto area to the rural village of Plevna 16 years ago when they bought James General Store, named after previous owners. The store that had already been serving area residents and cottagers for many years was much more than a place to pick up the essentials. The business doubled as the only gas station within 50 kilometres, village post office, snack bar, butcher shop, bakery, book exchange, hardware and fishing supplies store and internet café. But most importantly it was the hub of the community - a place to buy the newspaper, have a cup of coffee, enjoy the smell of bread and homemade pies fresh out of the oven, and chat a while with the friendly staff. ”It was always my dream to run an old-fashioned general store. We really got to know our customers over the years and made many friends,” says Jessie. “We loved sharing stories with our customers. Saving newspapers for our regulars and remembering how they like their coffee was all part of the fun.” While Jessie could usually be found at the front cash, Don spent most days behind the butcher counter at the back of the shop. Calling out to customers by name, he always made sure to save their favourite prime cuts and threw in an occasional bone for their dogs. If there was an item that a customer needed, but it wasn’t in stock, Don wouldn’t hesitate to find it in his own kitchen. The Laverys, who lived in an apartment above the store, would open after hours for people who found their gas tank on empty or just needed some emergency cottage supplies. This small town helpfulness was one the charms of James General Store. Keeping up with the times, the couple designated a corner of the store as an internet café, during their last few years in business. While the Laverys depended on the busy summer season, they felt a responsibility to stay open during the slower winter months for local residents, snowmobilers passing through and the occasional cottagers who braved the cold. But last summer when a larger, modern grocery store opened in Plevna, they realized that they could not compete, even though their customer base remained faithful. Sadly they closed the store, but not before throwing a party at the village community centre to thank all their customers for years
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Don and Jessie Lavery in front of the former James General Store in the village of Plevna . of business. People came from far and wide to wish them a great retirement and to let them know that they will be missed. “Now we’re enjoying the rest, but we will definitely miss the store and the people this summer,” says Jessie. Diane Gray, owner of Battersea General Store, just 15 minutes outside of Kingston on Battersea Road, has been running the business with her husband Glenn for eleven years. “The store has been open for over a hundred years. We always try to carry a little bit of everything,” she says. “Our busiest time is cottage season.” Discover these stores and others in the Kingston region and experience an integral part of Ontario history right on your doorstep. Cottagers can do their part to help preserve the general stores that are scattered throughout cottage country. Here are a few suggestions. If you generally bring in your supplies from larger urban supermarkets, but there is a general store near your country retreat, try to make a point of picking up some of your everyday purchases such as fresh milk, bread, eggs and your favourite paper. Every little bit helps. Many general stores sell ice cream, coffee, desserts and snacks. Stop in and treat yourself and your family Tell other people about your country store experiences. Word of mouth is one of the best advertisements and others will also want to step back in time and savour the old- time atmosphere. Many general stores offer souvenirs like t-shirts, postcards and locally made crafts and gifts. Pick up a memento. It could be a collector’s item one day.
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Members of the parent council at Prince Charles Public School in Verona, along with some of the school’s staff members, organized and hosted a direct sellers/craft show and sale at the school on March 26, which combined forces with vendors at the Frontenac Farmers Easter Market event. Proceeds from the parent council’s fundraiser will go towards purchasing new playground equipment for the school, at a cost of approximately $13,000. The event offered visitors a unique shopping experience, with a number of direct sellers and crafters offering up a wide variety of products. The farmers’ market vendors also donated their table rental fees to the playground fundraiser. Alison Williams, secretary of the PCPS parent council, helped organize the event. She said, “There has been a great need for this kind of equipment at the school for a number of years now and we, the parent council, have already made a down payment on the equipment, which will be installed at the school sometime in April”. Williams said that while the school currently has playground equipment for kindergartenaged school children and children in grades six and above, there is a great need for equipment for the intermediate students at the school. “Currently there is no equipment outside specifically geared for children in grades 2 through 5.” The new equipment to be purchased will include three large separate structures; two different types of rock climbing walls and a third structure that will have interactive equipment that focuses on developing this age group’s gross motor skills.
NF Dark Sky Preserve One Of The Best Places For Stargazing North Frontenac has the darkest skies in southern Ontario and therefore the Dark Sky Preserve is one of the best places for stargazing in the province. Located within hours from Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and New York, the preserve has a beautiful observation pad that is publicly accessible and the schedule of events for the upcoming season has been released, beginning with International Astronomy Day in May. For a full list of events and other details visit: http://www. northfrontenac.com/dark-sky-preserve.html At each organized event there are members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada in attendance to assist.
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SOCIAL NOTES OBITUARY
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Branscombe, Warren Abram
Donald Lavery
On Sunday March 20, 2016, Warren (affectionately known as “Tinker”) at age 52 years passed peacefully after a four year battle with Alzheimer’s, at the Long Term Care facility in London, Ontario. Beloved husband of Wyn Sargeant and the late Lucy Sappolla. Much loved and respected step-father to Bob Sargeant (Katherine), Kathy Cota (Art), Jen Cox (Mitch) and the late Tom Sargeant and their families. Loving father of Nancy Kalopsis (Ken) and Larry Branscombe (Trish) and their families. Warren served his county for 25 years and worked for 20 years with Corrections Canada. Interment of ashes to follow at a later date in Kingston, Ontario. His tortured mind and broken spirit are now at rest.
1935 - 2016
IN MEMORIAM LEONARD, Gwendolyn (Granny) We lost our Mom, Granny, Sister-in-law, Aunt & Friend, Gwen (Granny) Leonard, on March 31st, 2015.
We thought of you today But that is nothing new We thought of you yesterday And will tomorrow too We think of you in silence And make no outward show For what it meant to lose you Only those who love you know Remembering you is easy We do it every day Its the heartache of losing you That will never go away Marg, Ron, Roy, Ginny, Reg, Joan, Bob, Hilda & families.
Gendron, James (Jim) April 2, 2007 In loving memory of a dear son, brother, father, father-in-law, and grandfather. Wonderful memories woven in gold This is a picture we tenderly hold. Deep in our hearts your memory is kept To love an cherish and never forget. Memories are treasures no one can steal Death is a heartache no one can heal. Lovingly remembered and missed, Mom, June, Duane, Jamie, Andrea, Brock, Charlene, Kayla and Emmett FUNERAL SERVICES
Thomas W. Thompson 1929 - 2016 (W.W.II Verteran - Air Force) Peacefully, at the Lennox & Addington General Hospital on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 in his 88th year. Loving husband of 67 years to AnnaJean (Fischer) of Northbrook. Dear father of Ann Duquette (Frank) of Hamilton and Thomas Jr. Thompson (Karen) of Northbrook. Pre-deceased by his son Christian Thompson. Grandpa/Papa will always be cherished in the hearts of his many grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Tom will be sadly missed by his brother Lloyd Thompson (Cora) of London and his sister Nora Timmerman of Northbrook. Predeceased by his parents Manley & Mildred Thompson, his sisters Emma Lloyd, Edith Thompson, Alean Lloyd and his brothers Durwood and Morley Thompson. Fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends. Tom will be missed for his dedication to St. Andrews Masonic Lodge # 497, Life Member of London Mocha Soloman #378 Lodge, Life Member of More Saverign Consistery, Life Member of London Lodge of Perfection, London Chapter Rose Croix and the 32nd Degree of Masonry. The family received friends at the Milestone Funeral Center, 11928 Hwy 41 Northbrook, Ont. K0H 2G0 on Sunday from 2-4pm & 7-9pm. Legion Memorial Service at 2pm and Masonic Memorial Service at 6:45pm. The Funeral Service was in the Chapel on Monday, March 28, 2016 at 11:00am with cremation to follow. An interment of ashes will take place at a later date. Friends desiring may contribute in his honour, to the Children’s Make a Wish Foundation or the charity of your choice. Online condolences are available to the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com.
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After a brief illness, Donald Lavery passed away peacefully in the Perth Hospital surrounded by his family on March 23 in his 81st year. Born in East York, Toronto on July 25 1935, Don leaves behind his loving wife Jessie (Howell) Lavery. He was the son of John and Helen Lavery (McCurdy) and brother of Barbara Shevchenko (Alek) of Smiths Falls. Don was predeceased by his brother Jack Lavery (Fran). Don was the much loved father of Steven (Danielle), Glen and Michael (MarieBell). Don will be missed by his seven grandchildren Christopher (Erin), Jake, Cooper, Reilly, Elle, Alexia and Athea. Don will also be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Don and Jessie raised their three boys in Markham and in 1990 they purchased and operated James General Store in Plevna until 2005 when they retired and moved to Sharbot Lake. Thank you to all the nurses on the second floor of the Perth Hospital who gave great care to Don and thanks to Dr. Vannoppen, Dr. Moxon and Dr. Del Grande. Don has been cremated and family and friends can attend the visitation from 11:00 a. m. and Funeral on Saturday, April 2nd. 12:00 p. m at River of Life Christian Fellowship 7064, Road 506 Plevna, On. ,followed by lunch and refreshments at Clar/Mill Hall., Plevna, On. Online condolences at goodfellowsfuneralhome.com
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Ted passed away at St. Mary’s of the Lake on March 23, 2016. Born on September 13, 1939 in Kingston, Ted was predeceased by his father Reg and is survived by his mother Eleanor Ruth, his brother Terry and his sisters Sharon (Gerry Clancy), and Ronda. Ted will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Ruth (Wilbur Bastion), Iris (Richard Whaley) and Leslee (Allan Whan). He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren (Robert, Rebekah, Sarah, Kaelyn, Allan, Sidney, Micheal, Alexandra, Kealy, Caden and Rielly). He is also survived by his partner of eighteen years, Barbara Neill. Ted was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, trapping and fishing but most of all the quiet times alone in the woods. He will be missed by those in his hunting camp especially his great friends Ted Roddy and Rick Buress. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will occur at a later date.
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Rev. Martin P. Walsh Peacefully, on Friday March 18, in his 90th year, died at home in Sharbot Lake surrounded by family and friends. Beloved husband of Ann (MacPherson) Walsh for 46 years. Dear uncle of Diane (MacPherson) Hammar (Bill) of Elora and great uncle of Meagan (Hammar) Filippakis (Emmanuel) of Guelph. Predeceased by parents Rev. W.G. Walsh and Jennie (Henderson) and his sisters Mary, Catherine, Margaret (Beddoes), brother-in-law Donald Beddoes, and nephew Anthony Beddoes. Brotherin-law to Joan Kooij, Toronto, Faye Steele (Dick), Carp, Jim MacPherson (Debbie), Sharbot Lake and the late Bob MacPherson of Sharbot Lake. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Friend to many. Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held in St. Andrew's Anglican Church in Sharbot Lake at 12:30 on Saturday April 2. Interment at Oso Cemetery. Reception will follow at Sharbot Lake Country Inn at 2:00 p.m. In Martin's memory, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Sharbot Lake, Northern Frontenac Community Services, Sharbot Lake, or a charity of your choice.
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Sheesham, Lotus & Son On Saturday, April 23 at 7:30 pm, the Grace Centre in Sydenham will present the return of “Sheesham, Lotus and 'Son: The New Kings of Old Time”, with Sheesham Crow, Lotus Wight and 'Son Sanderson. They are committed to the preservation of music and tradition of the past. The core of the show is a repertoire based on their love of the American fiddle tune, joyously played, not only with fiddle, but also with jaw-harps, banjos, and homemade instruments like the contrabass harmoni-phonium. Ragtime and blues never sounded so good. Their performance last year was sold out and very enthusiastically received. The concert is a fundraiser for Southern Frontenac Community Services. Tickets are only $12 in advance and $15 at the door. No cost for children 10 and under. Tickets can be purchased at: Gilmour's in Harrowsmith; the SFCSC office at 4419 George Street; the One Stop in Sydenham; Ormsbee's Mercantile in Sunbury.
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MUSIC LESSONS TOM’S MUSIC STUDIO is now accepting students for drums, guitar, bass guitar, piano, beginner banjo and theory; repairs to all stringed instruments. Tom 613-539-4659
SERVICES PET SITTING SERVICES AVAILABLE. All you need to know at www.petsittinginmountaingrove. com Phone Laura Mills at 613-335-3658 or Text 613-583-3658 PHOTOCOPY, FAX & LAMINATION SERVICES available at The Frontenac News, the Annex (rear building), 1095 Garrett St., Sharbot Lake. Competitive prices! 8½” x 11” - Black & White, 1-10 copies: 15¢ ea; 11-25 copies: 10¢ ea; 26-100 copies 8¢ ea. Colour copies 60¢ ea., 50+, 25¢ ea. Taxes extra. Call 613-279-3150 for information. SEAMSTRESS, FOR ALL YOUR CLOTHES REPAIRS. Shortened hems, dresses, skirts, sleeves, change zippers and lots more. Therese, 613-279-2209,
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LIMESTONE DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Request for Quotation RFQ #16-18 – Grass Cutting at Various Locations The Limestone District School Board is requesting quotations from property maintenance providers interested in the provision of grass cutting of various locations throughout the Board’s district. Request for Quotation documents may be obtained in person starting April 4th, 2016 at: Limestone District School Board Education Centre, Reception Desk 220 Portsmouth Avenue Kingston, Ontario K7M 0G2 Quotations must be submitted to the address above, prior to the closing date and time of Wednesday, April 20, 2016, 2:00 p.m. local time. Quotations should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the outside “RFQ #16-18 Grass Cutting at Various Locations”. Request for Quotation documents can also be obtained through www.biddingo. com/ldsb for download and printing. For assistance obtaining documents, please contact Biddingo.com customer service. A complete description of the deliverables and instructions governing the submission process, along with important dates and times, are detailed in the Request for Quotation document. Amendments will only be communicated by addenda through email to those who have registered by obtaining documents directly through either of the aforementioned methods. Debra Rantz Director of Education
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NAEC’s “Speak Up” Grant Successful - North Addington Education Centre’s Safe Society applied for a “Speak Up” grant from the Ministry of Education, and were successful in securing a $2,500 grant. The application was spear-headed by Emma Fuller, with input from core Safe Society members Mackenzie Johnson, Selena Pelicos, Harley Brown, Devin Gagne-Baldacchin, Sierra Baldacchin, Tory Tryon, and Olivia Douglas. The funds will be used for various initiatives over the next two school years. Members plan to invite speakers, plan trips, and organize events to address issues of equality based on gender, ability and ethnic origins. The Safe Society is a group of students who believe that school should be welcoming and safe for all, and who are interested in social justice.
PAGE 9 Beyond The Hurt at NAEC - The Red Cross ran a “Beyond the Hurt” workshop at NAEC on March 7 and 8. Beyond the Hurt is a bullying and harassment prevention program that builds capacity within schools to achieve and maintain a positive school climate. It empowers youth with the knowledge and leadership skills to take an active role in a safe and respectful school culture. Youth facilitators were Selena Pelicos, Brianna Bolduc, Alex Flagler, Camille Cote, Olivia Bence and Mackenzie Johnson. Staff advisors were Mr. Kerr and Ms. Harnden. This initiative was one of the projects taken on by the Safe Society at NAEC. Day of Pink at NAEC - NAEC is planning to celebrate the International Day of Pink on April 13. The Safe Society is working on a small presentation for the assembly. Members of the community are invited to attend. Details will follow.
Tay Valley Community Choir’s Spring Concert Party on! From Aboriginal heritage to the struggles of immigrant settlers to the building of community, life in Tay Valley Township over the past 200 years will be commemorated on Saturday April 16th by the Tay Valley Community Choir and special guests. Tay Valley 200th: A Song Celebration is the 40-member choir’s spring concert, to be held at Maberly Hall at 7:30pm. Choir director Rebecca Worden says there is music for everyone, touching on the rich history of Tay Valley Township over two centuries. “Drumming, Scottish and Irish ballads, Canadian waltzes, The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, and even a hint of music associated with James Bond—we will present a lyrical evocation of life in Tay Valley going back to 1816.” “And bring your noisemakers and stream-
ers!” says Worden. “Help us celebrate the joy of living here in beautiful Tay Valley!” Special guests for the concert are Jane Cunningham on flute and talented Sharbot Lake teenagers Natalie and Lukas Reynolds, on fiddle and piano. The Choir’s new accompanist on piano is Mary Lou Carroll. As is usual at Tay Valley Choir concerts, there will be plenty of opportunity for the audience to sing along. Tay Valley 200th: A Song Celebration is sponsored by the Tay Valley Township and Blue Skies in the Community. Admission is $10 at the door. There will be time to chat with neighbours and musicians over refreshments at the end of the concert. Please bring a food item for The Table Community Food Centre.
Addington Highlands Council, March 21 by Jeff Green Waste management measures deferred The waste management committee of the township met recently and discussed two potential changes. One would decrease the amount of waste going into the sites and the other would increase revenue. The first measure is to stop allowing all construction waste at dumps. Instead, the committee contemplated allowing only a single truck or trailer load, and to have that material tossed into a bin and hauled away rather than filling up the waste site itself. “That would result in people dumping in their backyards; at least that’s my opinion,” said Reeve Henry Hogg. The second idea was to eliminate the practice of allowing a free bag of dumping for every box of recycling that people bring to the dump. Recycling would still be free, but it would cost $2 per bag of waste. “I don’t think there are too many places where you don’t have to pay something to dump garbage,” said Councilor Bill Cox. “We already have the free bag in place, and it’s hard to change something that people like and are used to. If we do, I would like at least one of you to come with me to each cottage association meeting,” said Reeve Hogg. “People are paying extra in taxes because of the free bag, but the cost is hidden so they don’t mind,” said Cox. Council decided just to receive the waste management report, and Councilor Fritsch
NOTICE TO CREDITORS ALL persons having claims against the Estate of William James Millar (usually known as Jim Millar), late of Snow Road Station, in the County of Frontenac, who died on or about the 5th day of December 2015, are required to file proof of same with the undersigned on or before thirty (30) days after March 31, 2016 after which the Estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice. DATED at Kingston, Ontario, this 17th day of March, 2016. ECCLESTONE LAW P.C./S.P Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries Public 1480 Bath Road, Suite 100 KINGSTON, Ontario K7M 4X6 Attention: C. E. John Ecclestone
indicated he would bring the issues back to the table through a notice of motion at a future meeting. Organisational review Craig Davidson from Hybla Consulting brought a preliminary draft of an organisational review. He recommended establishing a chief administrative officer/clerk treasurer position as a new senior staff position, who would supervise a public works manager, the fire chief, and a chief building official/ bylaw officer/facilities manager, as well as a deputy clerk/office manager. “My concern is that once we have a CAO and a bunch of managers, we will end up with names on the Sunshine List in a few years, and that is something we cannot afford,” said Reeve Hogg. (The Sunshine List contains names and salaries of public servants in Ontario who earn over $100,000 per year) Bill Cox pointed out that change is needed in some of the township’s operations. “We have council members managing buildings, ordering repairs, such as the Denbigh Community Centre and the Family Health Team in Northbrook, and that is not what Council should be doing,” he said. Davidson said he would consult with Council and staff and will bring back a further draft proposal. Budget yikes The preliminary draft budget that was presented at a special meeting before the regular council meeting by Clerk/Treasurer Christine Reed, included a 5.5% increase in operating costs, due in part to increases of $107,000 (a 17% increase) in OPP billing, and a new budget line of $80,000 to go towards loan payments for the Northbrook fire hall. However, it was the capital budget that caused the most concern. That budget includes a rolloff truck ($250,000), a backhoe ($150,0000), a cardlock fuel monitoring system ($120,000), and other items, for a total cost of $550,000. Those expenditures led to a total budget increase of $430,000, almost 18%. Reed said when contacted the day after the meeting that the number did not go over well with Council. She said she received instructions to change the equipment purchase portion of the budget. As she had noted in the budget document, at least one item, the rolloff truck, could be struck from the budget and the amount put in reserves for a purchase at a later date. That, in itself, would cut the increase to under 10%. Further budget meetings are set for April, with adoption scheduled for May 2.
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SHARBOT LAKE LEGION Darts, 7pm; $3 SNOW ROAD - MUSIC NIGHT with Shari Brownstein, community centre 7pm; $10 advance; $12 at door; Don McLean, 613-2780958.
MABERLY - St. Stephen’s church dinner & euchre, noon at community hall VERONA - 2016 SUSTAINABILITY BREAKFAST, 7:30-11am; Lions Hall; celebrate activities, projects that have contributed to the progression of the Frontenacs as a more sustainable place; all welcome; free event; RSVP: 613-548-9400 extension 301
Friday April 1 HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE, Golden Links Hall, 7-9:30pm, for public school children, $6, info 613-372-2410. Sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekahs HARROWSMITH - APRIL FOOL’S DANCE w/ Karaoke & buffet, 8pm; Social & Athletic Club; members free; $10 non-members; tickets: Pam 372-1578, Michelle 613-929-1172. SHARBOT LAKE – DINNER at the Legion. 5:30–7pm $12, Stuffed Pork Roast
Saturday, April 2 DENBIGH - MAPLE SYRUP PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 9am-1pm, New Apostolic Church in support of food bank, bring donation 613-333-9777; HARROWSMITH – GIRL GUIDE COOKIES sold by 1st Frontenac Guides & Pathfinders, Nellie’s Gas Bar 9am-1pm, $5 box. SHARBOT LAKE & DISTRICT LIONS BREAKFAST, Oso Hall, 8-11am, all you can eat $7. SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB Alzheimer’s fundraising breakfast, 8-11am; 1106 Gemmills Rd., all welcome. SYDENHAM - GIRL GUIDE COOKIES. 1st Sydenham Sparks & Brownies at Trousdale’s Foodland, 9am-1pm; $5 box. VERONA - SOFTBALL REGISTRATION; Lions hall, 12 noon-2:30pm; info:: Mary Jo Dowker 613-374-3275; ronmaryjo.dowker@ gmail.com
Sat & Sun April 2 & 3 MAPLE WEEKEND, 10am-4pm at Mel & Joyce Conboy & Son, 2379 Bell Line Rd. Sharbot Lake; Wheeler’s Pancake House & Sugarcamp in McDonalds Corners; www. mapleweekend.ca
Sunday April 3 BEDFORD OPEN MIC & JAM, 1-5pm, 1381 Westport Rd, audience $2; entertainers free; refreshments avail; info: Judy 374-2317, Wilhelmine 374-2614. VENNACHAR FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 11am, pre-renovation service of celebration, all welcome
Monday April 4 CANADIAN CANCER DAFFODIL CAMPAIGN begins for month of April. Canvassers will be going door to-door in the Griffith, Matawatchan and selected areas of Denbigh, all money raised stays in area. OMPAH – FOOT CARE CLINIC, Community hall, call 613-279-3151 for info, appointment.
Tuesday April 5 HARTINGTON – SEMINAR by Ken & Carol Gorham on what it means to be a committed Christian in seemingly perilous times, Portland Community Church, 7-8:30pm MISSISSIPPI MADAWASKA LAND TRUST AGM, 7:30pm, public welcome; presentation by Howard Clifford on “The Wild Child – Unleashing the Power of Nature”, Perth Legion, refreshments, www.mmlt.ca SHARBOT LAKE - ALZHEIMER SOCIETY SUPPORT GROUP, 1-2:30pm, United Church hall, 613-544-3078 SHARBOT LAKE 39ers at North Frontenac Telephone office, downstairs, noon potluck followed by meeting, games after; all over 50 years welcome; info Shirley 613-279-2990; djfraser@frontenac.net SHARBOT LAKE – WELLNESS GROUP,
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Friday April 8 NORTHBROOK - OPEN MIC & POTLUCK Lions hall, potluck dinner 6pm, music 7-11pm, $6, entertainers $2 SNOW ROAD SNOWMOBILE CLUB General Meeting, 7pm; 1106 Gemmills Road
Saturday April 9 ARDEN – MASTER STORYTELLER, BRAD WOODS, award-winning novelist Circle Square Ranch, 7pm, $12 at door; Info guelphstorytellers.wordpress.com. PERTH ROAD - MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL, sponsored by Sunday School Hall Board, Pancakes & Sausages 9:30-3:30; $8, children $4; under 3 yrs free; home baking, crafts, preserves, maple syrup; games, fish pond, face painting; pony rides RELAY FOR LIFE PANCAKE BREAKFAST & Kick off, $5; 8-11am, Oso hall, Sharbot Lake, plus you can register your team, buy luminaries
Sunday April 10 HARROWSMITH - OLDE TIME FIDDLERS OPEN MIC, Golden Links Hall, 1-5pm, followed by dinner, cost $10; info 613-372-2410; sponsored by Odd Fellows & Rebekahs; proceeds to Camp Trillium MCDONALDS CORNERS – JAMBOREE, Agricultural Hall, music begins 1pm, dinner @ 5pm, $15; info: 613-278-2362. WILTON – GOSPEL SING w/ the Frizzells, 7pm, Standard Church, freewill offering, refreshments, all welcome; 613-386-3405
Monday April 11 SHARBOT LAKE – FOOT CARE CLINIC, seniors’ centre, appointment: 613-279-3151
Tuesday April 12 PLEVNA - NORTHERN 5 DINERS, noon, For those 50+, $12, reservations requ’d 613279-3151
Wednesday April 13 HARROWSMITH - SOCIAL & ATHLETIC CLUB MEETING, 7pm, for all members & anyone interested in attending, 4041 Colebrooke Rd, Membership - family $20/yr., single $10/yr.; info: Laura 613-888-0077. SNOW ROAD - POTLUCK SUPPER, community centre, 5:30pm. SYDENHAM - ADVANCE CARE PLANNING information session, Grace Centre, 2-4pm; info: SFCSC 613-376-
Thursday April 14 ARDEN - CIRCLE SQUARE RANCH community dinner 6pm; “Sugaring-off” theme; free will donation; fundraiser for Ranch LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB Pine View Free Methodist Church, Cloyne, 7pm, topic: Vermiculture (worms); info: yram@golden. net
Regular Happenings AA MEETINGS - SHARBOT LAKE, every Monday, 8:30 pm, United Church C.E. Bldg. AL-ANON: Hope & help for families of alcoholics, 12 weekly meetings in greater Kingston area. Please call 384-2134 for meeting information. We care. ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUPS: in Sydenham, last Wed. of month 6:30-8:30pm; in Sharbot Lake first Tuesday of month 1:00-
2:30pm; www.alzheimer.ca/kfla ARDEN Community hall: LINE DANCING Mondays 9:30-10:30am; EUCHRE Tuesdays 7-10pm; TAI CHI Wednesdays 9:30am, CHILDREN’S READING REVIEW Wednesdays 2;30pm; KIDS KLUB Thursdays 5pm; sponsor: Rec. Committee; info 613-335-3186 ARDEN LEGION: Sunday Darts 1pm; Wed & Fri Darts 7pm; Wed Cribbage 2pm; Thurs Euchre 7:30pm. ARDEN SENIORS: meet at community hall 1st Tuesday each month, 11am business meeting then potluck lunch; info 613-3353186 BABY TALK DROP-INS, Sharbot Lake, Child Centre, 3rd Monday of month, 10:30 – 11:30 am. Advice & information on infant & child care. 549-1154, 1-800-267-7875 BINGO ■Flinton, Mondays, Rec Centre, doors open 6pm ■Griffith Denbigh-Griffith Lions Hall every 2nd Tues 6:30pm; ■Kaladar: Community Centre, Tuesdays, 7pm, doors open 6:15 pm ■Northbrook: Thursdays, Lions Club, 7pm, doors open 6 pm, sponsor: Land O’Lakes Lions ■Parham: Fridays, IOOF Hall, early-bird: 6:45 pm, sponsor: Mayflower Lodge. BOLINGBROKE - CPHC EXERCISE CLASSES FOR SENIORS, ABC Hall, Mondays 9:30-10:30am, $2 Contact: Donna Mihalicz at donna@mihalicz.com; (613) 2738672. BOLINGBROKE - FOREVER FRIENDS CLUB, 1st Wednesday of month, noon; info Joyce Fleming rayjoyce@rideau.net; (613) 273-4832 CANCER PATIENTS requiring rides to treatments: call 1-888-939-3333 CLOTHING /BOUTIQUE – NORTHBROOK, in former United Church next to cemetery. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, 10 am-2 pm (varies seasonally) CLOTHING – HARTINGTON, COMMUNITY CARING, Princess Ann Community Centre, Mon 9-12, Tues 9-4, and Fri 9-12 CLOTHING - TREASURE TRUNK, Sharbot Lake, 1171 Cannon Rd. “New & Second Tyme Around Clothing” Donations welcome. 279-2113. CLOTHING – VERONA, “Style Revival”, free clothing, Free Methodist Church, Wed & Thurs, 10am-1pm; info Kielo, 613-374-5289 COMMUNITY DROP-IN – Sharbot Lake Every Wednesday, 10am – 2pm, St. Andrew’s Anglican Church. All welcome! 279-3151. DENBIGH CRAFT GROUP meets 2nd & 4th Wed. of month, 1pm, community hall, free, all welcome, info: Pam at LOLCS, 336-8934 ext. 229. HARROWSMITH - ADULT CRAFTING, S&A Club each Sunday 11am-4pm; bring your project, work on group activities, enjoy the fellowship; $3members/$4 non-members LAND O’LAKES SENIORS meet every second Wed. of the month at Mountain Grove community hall; potluck, noon-2:30. All seniors welcome LENNOX & ADDINGTON RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN/EARLY YEARS PLAYGROUPS & DROP-INS - Tamworth Playgroup: Mondays 9:30am-noon at arena; Northbrook Drop-In: Wednesdays 10am-1pm, Lions Hall; Flinton Drop-In: Thursdays 10am1pm, Township Hall; Info: 613-336-8934 x 257. LENNOX & ADDINGTON STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL, local volunteer agency identifies & supports environmental, education, woodlot management, wildlife habitat, watershed issues and projects in L&A. 531-5723
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MEALS ON WHEELS. Serving the North Lennox & Addington area, a hot nutritious meal will be delivered to your door every Thursday at noon, cost: $6; 613-336-8934 or 613-333-5216. MERA: McDonalds Corners Elphin Recreation & Arts at the Schoolhouse: Quilting, Fibrearts, Weaving & more www.meraschoolhouse.org NORTH FRONTENAC FOOD BANK: food & cash donations needed; 613-532-8855, PO Box 151, Sharbot Lake, K0H 2P0 NORTHBROOK – ADULT COMMUNITY DROP-IN, Tuesdays, Lions Hall, 9:30am-3pm, drop-in free, home-cooked style noon meals available for $7, all welcome, info: LOLCS, Pam 336-8934 x 229 NORTHBROOK – CRAFT & SOCIAL GROUP FOR WOMEN, Wednesdays, Land O’ Lakes Community Services, 9:30-11:30am. Free. Info: Jeannie, 613-336-8934 or 1-877-679-6636 OMPAH - DROP-IN MORNING COFFEE CLUB, Community Centre, every Wednesday 9 – 11 am. All welcome OMPAH EXERCISE GROUP, community centre, 9-10am weekdays except Wednesdays. All are welcome; $13 month or $2 visit; info Jane 479-2599 or Kathy 479-2897. ONTARIO EARLY YEARS PLAYGROUPS: Mon: Sharbot Lake Pre-natal/Baby Group, Harrowsmith. Tues: Sydenham, Verona, Wed. Sharbot Lake Playgroup. Thurs: Storrington playgroup. 9:30am-11:30. Info: the Child Centre 613-279-2244 or kids@nfcs.ca PARHAM SENIORS meet every third Wed. at Free Methodist Church in Parham. Potluck, noon-2:30. All seniors welcome PARHAM – V.O.N. SMART Program free exercise classes for older adults 55+, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30-10:30am, United Church; please register: 613-634-0130 PARKINSON SOCIETY MEETINGS, first Tuesday of month, Ongwanada, 191 Portsmouth Ave. Kingston, info 613-379-2012. PLEVNA – LADIES DROP IN any time on Thursdays, Clar-Mill Hall, 10am-4pm, for coffee or/and crafts, all welcome, info: Lois 613479-2562 RECREATIONAL BADMINTON, Thursdays, 7-9pm, Granite Ridge Educational Centre; $5 semester; fun & exercise for adults, children 14-17 with adult supervision only. SHARBOT LAKE - LINE DANCING, Thursdays 9am-10am, United Church, opposite Mike Dean’s, $1pp SNOW ROAD COMMUNITY CENTRE: Seniors’ Fitness Mondays & Thursdays 9:3010:30am Info 278-1007; Low Mobility Fitness Tuesdays & Thursdays 11am-noon Info: 278-0216; Fun Darts Tuesdays 7-9pm Info: 278-1458; Coffee Morning Fridays 10-noon SYDENHAM - VON SMART EXERCISE PROGRAMS for 55+yrs, free, Mondays & Thursdays, regular program 10-11am; beginners’ (less intense) 11:15-12:15, please register 613-634-0130 x 2499 SYDENHAM - FUN DARTS, every Tuesday, 7 pm, Royal Canadian Legion. Mixed teams, $2 per person. All welcome TAMWORTH LEGION – Shuffleboard Sundays 2 pm $2pp; Tuesday Night Darts - 8 pm $2pp; Thursday Night League Darts $2pp; Seniors’ bridge & euchre Fridays1:30pm TOPS Take Off Pounds Sensibly Sharbot Lake Wednesdays weigh-in 5pm, meeting 5;30pm, North Frontenac Telephone Co., downstairs, guests welcome; sharbotlaketops@gmail.com VOLUNTEER DRIVERS WANTED by the Canadian Cancer Society, please call 613384-2361 or 1-866-877-0309
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he play, the play, the play! What is the play they are talking about? Well Pinocchio of course. This spring, North Frontenac Little Theatre is offering up a treasure of a classic adaptation of this tale with a modern-day twist. The cast is choc full of wonderful talents, from newcomers to seasoned actors! Pinocchio himself is being played by the inimitable Mason Moore, who wowed us as the Monkey in Aladdin. Jonathan Wisteard is a fabulously evil Mastrioni and the Grandmothers are delightfully portrayed by Carol Moore and Pamela Giroux. Carol taught drama and stage in her career and now we get the pleasure of finally seeing her perform for real!! Pamela, on the other hand, has been on stage so often it is hard to recount how many wonderful performances she has given with NFLT. Her most recent parts have been in The Miracle Worker and Music Man. We have a delightful pair of young women teaming up as The Fox and The Cat. They are none other than Sydney Drew and Jillian Hoffman. And so the list goes on; from the youngest to the eldest, all of the cast is working hard at practice. The fine talents of Geoffrey Murray doing the costuming, Donna LaRoche the set and Jeff Siamon handling the light-
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arty on! From Aboriginal heritage to the struggles of immigrant settlers to the building of community, life in Tay Valley Township over the past 200 years will be commemorated on Saturday April 16th by the Tay Valley Community Choir and special guests. Tay Valley 200th: A Song Celebration is the 40-member choir’s spring concert, to be held at Maberly Hall at 7:30pm. Choir director Rebecca Worden says there is music for everyone, touching on the rich history of Tay Valley Township over two centuries. “Drumming, Scottish and Irish ballads, Canadian waltzes, The Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, and even a hint of music associated with James Bond—we will present a lyrical evocation of life in Tay Valley going back to 1816.” “And bring your noisemakers and streamers!” says Worden. “Help us celebrate the joy of living here in beautiful Tay Valley!” Special guests for the concert are Jane Cunningham on flute and talented Sharbot Lake teenagers Natalie and Lukas Reynolds, on fiddle and piano. The Choir’s new accompanist on piano is Mary Lou Carroll. As is usual at Tay Valley Choir concerts, there will be plenty of opportunity for the audience to sing along. Tay Valley 200th: A Song Celebration is sponsored by the Tay Valley Township and Blue Skies in the Community. Admission is $10 at the door. There will be time to chat with neighbours and musicians over refreshments at the end of the concert. Please bring a food item for The Table Community Food Centre.
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THE FRONTENAC NEWS ing design will add to the drama and polish the look of the play so that you will be transported into the story from the start! This play truly promises to be a treat. There will only be four performances so be sure to get your tickets early to avoid being disappointed. There will be a special family showing of the Sunday matinee where children 4 and under can be seated right up front on mats with their adults behind them on benches. It should make it more accessible and fun
PAGE 11 for the youngsters as they will be so close to the action on the stage. The show opens Thursday April 21, at 7pm and runs until April 24 in the theatre at Granite Ridge Education Centre, on the 2nd floor. Friday and Saturday nights are also at 7pm, with the family matinee at 1pm on Sunday. Tickets are $15 adults, $10 students; and children 4 and under $8, and can be purchased at the Pharmacy, Dollar Store, Parham General Store and at the door if the show is not sold out.
TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC HARROWSMITH COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PLAN Learn more about the Harrowsmith Community Improvement Plan on April 13, 2016 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Golden Links Hall, 4041 Colebrook Rd, Harrowsmith.
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION No. PW-RFQ1-2016 for CONTRACTED EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS Sealed submissions must be received by 1:00 p.m., April 8, 2016, Attention: Brian Kirk, Area Supervisor 2490 Keeley Rd, Sydenham, ON, K0H 2T0. Official forms detailing the general specifications and requirements may be picked up Monday to Friday between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm at the Public Works Department 2490 Keeley Rad, Sydenham, ON K0H 2T0
ACCESSIBILITY AWARENESS WEEK Council has declared April 3 – April 9 as Accessibility Awareness Week and in doing so acknowledges the contributions of the community and individuals in making South Frontenac a more inclusive place to live, work and play. Council encourages everyone to take positive steps to allow everyone to participate, contribute and succeed.
PUBLIC MEETING - NOTICE OF SALE OF TOWNSHIP LAND Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac proposes to pass a by-law on April 5, 2016 to declare surplus and sell 100 acres of Township-owned land described as follows: Part of Lot 14, Concession IX, District of Bedford, Reason: The owner of property abutting the Township land on the south wishes to add the land to his land. See the township website – News and Public Notices for specific details.
PUBLIC MEETING – PLAN OF SUBDIVISION AND ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac will be considering applications for a plan of subdivision and a zoning by-law amendment at a public meeting on April 5, 2016 at 7:00 pm. The subject property is in Concession VII, Part Lots 25 to 30, Storrington District. See the township website – News and Public Notices for specific details.
PITCH-IN CANADA - April 17th – 23rd, 2016 It‘s that time again! With the snow receding quickly this year, the garbage in our ditches and treelines is glaringly apparent. We are asking the wonderful residents of South Frontenac to Pitch-In again and help clean up our beautiful Township. Clear Pitch-In bags will be available beginning April 3rd at either Township offices as well as the stores that currently sell bag tags. We will not be collecting the filled bags until the week of April 17th so if you decide to start early, you will have to find a place to keep the bags until that week. Feel free to call ahead and register your group and the number of bags you would like to fill. Call Solid Waste Management at 613 376-3027 Ext 4330 to register. Last year residents filled more than 600 bags, so let’s see if we can surpass that this year!
REDUCED LOADS ON TOWNSHIP ROADS Subject to Section 122 of the Highway Traffic Act, during the period from March 1 to April 30 inclusive, of each calendar year, no person shall operate vehicle on a designated highway with a load that exceeds the limits set out in the Act. No commercial motor vehicle or trailer, other than a public vehicle shall be operated or drawn upon any designed highway where the weight upon an axle exceeds 5, 000 kilograms.
TREASURY DEPARTMENT NEWS Interim Tax Notices were issued to all property owners on March 1, 2016. The Interim Tax notice amount is based on 35% of the annualized 2015 tax rate and assessment value. The 2016 assessment values will be reflected on the Final Tax Notice issued in June 2016. If you did not receive your Interim Tax Notice by March 15, 2016 you should contact the Tax Department at 613-376-3027 ext. 2200 or email us at taxes@southfrontenac. net. The Interim Due Date is March 31, 2016. Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) Deadline is approaching - if you feel your assessed value as of the legislated valuation date or property classification is not correct, MPAC will review it free of charge. For the 2016 tax year, your deadline to file a Request for Reconsideration (RfR) with MPAC is March 31, 2016. Visit MPAC’s website for more information at www.mpac.ca or contact MPAC directly at 1-866-296-6722. Local MPAC office is located at 64 Dalton Avenue in Kingston. Ensure you bring all your documentation with you when you visit the MPAC office to facilitate your request.
COMMUNITY PROJECT GRANTS Submissions for the Community Project Grant Program are now being accepted. Not for profit community organizations including charitable organizations and unincorporated groups who meet the project guidelines can apply until March 31st. For more information and to access the related forms, visit our website at: www.southfrontenac.net/communitygrants
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he expects to equal or better his production from last year, which was a very good run. “I have had some darker sap, making for more amber syrup this year,” Gorr said “but the flavour is very good. The quantity is excellent. I think the season could end within a week or so, unless we get some cold weather.” On Tuesday of this week, Gorr had enough sap in this holding tank to boil all day and beyond. “I’m expecting a short sleep tonight,” he
said. Further north, the sap has been clearer and the syrup lighter, and reports are that the quantity is high again this year, perhaps higher than last year as well. “We made syrup for 11 days straight from March 9 all the way to the 20th,” said Darlene Conboy of Bell Line Road, north of Sharbot Lake. “And the sap is running again, maybe even faster than we can boil it into syrup in a day.” Syrup producers are getting used to a new grading system that will be fully in place next year. The old system, which includes extra light, light, medium, amber, and dark is being replaced by a less refined, international system; golden, amber, dark, very dark. The new system is coming in so Ontario
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