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Look what’s on the minds of Loughborough PS students

by Craig Bakay here could you find a scale model of the CN Tower, complete with elevator, a 3D modelling of your school and a working trebuchet?

That would be the Loughborough Public School Maker Faire, which was on display to the public last Thursday afternoon in Sydenham.

Teacher Alan MacDonald, who was one of the organizers of the event, said this was the third time they’ve done this and this time, it involved the entire student body — from kindergarten to Grade 8.

“This isn’t a science fair, where getting help from parents and neighbours is illegal,” he said. “Here, it’s encouraged.

“The idea is to make something you’re interested in.

The spelling of ‘Faire’ is french for ‘to do’ or ‘to make.’”

MacDonald said another way this differs from a science fair is that it’s non-competitive.

“If it were competitive, kids might be more apt to make something they already know how to do,” he said. “In this, kids are much more apt to take risks.”

He said another inspiring attraction for students is that there is lots of choice in what they make.

“There’s really only one rule,” he said. “You can’t do something you already know how to do.

“Oh, and other than the odd mediaeval weapon of mass destruction, it must be school appropriate.”

The mediaeval weapon MacDonald referred to came from Grade 8er Lucas Steele, who along with fellow student Jack MacInnis, built a working scale model trebuchet, which is capable of launching a basketball 50 feet.

“A couple of weeks ago, we were studying levers and mechanical advantage in physics and math class,” Steele said. “Jack looked up plans online and drew up a schematic.

“We built it at my grandparents’ house.”

Edie Hillman and Caitlyn Ball turned their love of all things Harry Potter into their project — butter beer.

“We had butter beer at the Universal theme park,” said Hillman. “We found a recipe online and changed it around

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Lucas Steele, a Grade 8 student, created a working trebuchet for the Maker Faire and was assisted by friend Douglas Cook to launch basketballs some 50 feet across the parking lot.

a little bit.”

The projects on display ran quite the gamut.

There were plenty of dioramas, but also a Nimbus 2000 (Harry Potter again, it’s a broom favoured by quidditch players), horse treats, homemade cleaning products, a refracting telescope, bath bombs, jams, cookies, homemade essential oils, maracas, a catapult, a guitar and stomp rockets.

One of the more fascinating projects came from Keagan Leonard, who got dad Wade to fly the family drone around the school and then took the data collected to map the entire school yard, complete with elevation and vegetation components.

He then printed out a 3D version of the school.

“The idea just came to me,” he said. “I asked the principal if it was OK to use 3D printers and he said sure.”

Coworking takeover week in Frontenac County

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andeross consulting (Ella Vanderburg and Katie Ross) is a new consulting company with a focus on helping small businesses in Kingston and Frontenac County.

They were approached recently by an organisation called Rural by Purpose to see if they wanted to participate in a pilot project that is focused on something that is normally associated with urban environments, freelance workers needing office space.

“We thought this idea was interesting, and approached Richard Allen to see if Frontenac County would like to participate in this, and when he said yes, we decided to give it a go,” said Katie Ross in a phone interview this week.

The local version of the project is called Coworking in Frontenac, and the week of May 6-10 is the target week for the project. During that week, participating Frontenac County businesses will be opening their doors and providing space for freelancers to work out of some unused space within their offices.

Vanderburg and Ross brought the coworking challenge concept to the April meeting of Frontenac County Council and have been helping find suitable locations over the last couple of weeks.

“So far we have found there are more people looking for places to set up than there are locations, and it looks like the main thing that freelancers in Frontenac County are looking for is reliable Internet service which many

don’t have at home.”

An important aspect of coworking week, and one of the major goals of Rural on Purpose, which was cofounded by Belleville based Mary Doyle, is to retain and attract younger workers to rural communities. In blogs posted on the Rural on Purpose site, Doyle makes it clear that she believes it is only through retention and in-migration of youth that rural communities will survive.

In one case, at the end of an entry, she talks directly to millennials, saying, “Do you want to create new ways of doing business? What support do you need from us?”

According to a media release from Frontenac County, the majority of the workforce is predicted to be freelance within a decade, and seventy-four percent of millennials are currently freelancing. Global coworking spaces are projected to grow from 14,411 in 2017 to just over 30,000 in 2022.

"More and more we find that people are working from their homes, so it has become important to let remote workers and entrepreneurs know they have places to connect in our communities. The Coworking Takeover Challenge is a great way to start thinking about how we can be freelance friendly," said Richard Allen, Manager of Economic Development at the County of Frontenac.

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Information about locations is available at coworkfrontenac.com by clicking on participating vendors. Further down the page, there is an option for both freelancers and potential hosts to register. The site also includes a voluntary survey.

“A major goal of the pilot is to identify the need for coworking within the four municipalities. Our goal is to bring together existing business with those working in isolation and providing access to resources such as reliable internet services, networking opportunities and business support,” said Ella Vanderburg.

“As we have gotten into it, we are seeing that we might need to extend the week to a couple of weeks to get the word out and get a true sense of the potential in Frontenac County. That will also give us time to locate more vendors throughout the county,” said Katie Ross.

“We think the demand is there.”

Ross and Vanderburg will be monitoring the pilot to see how it is progressing, just as they are establishing their own permanent headquarters on Sydenham Road.

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Court report

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f the four cases before the court, the long-anticipated trial of Gypsy (59) and Jessica (39) Villas fraud case was the most contentious, leading to Judge Griffin conducting an interview of sorts with Jessica Villas regarding her estranged husband’s condition and prognosis for the future.

As reported last month, Mr. Villas was set to undergo major surgery to remove a large tumour in late April.

Jessica Villas’ lawyer, Mr. May, appeared as agent for Mr. Villas’ lawyer. He reported that the operation took place on April 25 and Mr. Villas remains in hospital and will be there for some time. Mr. May also said that he understands that Judge Wright had indicated he would like to see the case against Jessica Villas proceed on its own if Mr. Villas is not going to be able to undergo a trial in the near future for health reasons. This makes his job a bit more complicated, he said, since Jessica Villas intends to call Gypsy Villas as a defence witness.

Judge Griffin said that since the case got underway back in November of 2017, Mr. Villas has applied for legal aide, changed lawyers more than once, forcing numerous delays.

“I’ve developed a certain degree of skepticism regarding Gypsy, and his lawyer did not see fit to attend today.

Frankly I’m not sure about the truth of the whole story.”

Jessica Villas stepped forward and Judge Griffin asked her what she knows about her estranged husband’s condition. She said that she was at the Ottawa hospital all day on the 25th of April, as Gypsy underwent a 10-hour operation to remove an abdominal tumour. She said the

operation resulted in the removal of the tumour and Mr. Villa’s kidney, but other tumours remained. She also outlined some of the details about treatments he has undergone over the past year and a half.

Given the detailed explanation, Judge Griffin said “it appears that Mr. Villas may never be able to deal with this, but the matter needs to proceed nonetheless.

“One complainant in the case, a Mr. Hill, appears to be out $74,801, and another, Laverne Ferguson, $14,900, and we need to make sure something happens.”

The trial against Jessica Villas is set to commence on June 23.

Charge withdrawn – A charge of Threaten Death/bodily harm against Patricia Crawford, 48, has been withdrawn as the result of Crawford entering into a Peace Bond, that included a commitment to stay away from Wilda Crawford and Darlene McCullough. The Peace Bond is in effect for one year.

Trial date changed – Patrick Sundstrum, facing 10 charges, including production of marijuana charges, was set for trial on July 22nd. The police officer who is the principle crown witness cannot attend on that date, so September 23 is the new trial date. July 23 remains as a reporting date in the case. The Crown indicated that the case may still be resolved before trial, as negotiations continue.

Ongoing – Randy Vankoughnett, 24, is facing 2 charges of Break and Enter. He has engaged lawyer and is facing other charges in Kingston, for which he has a legal aide certificate. He intends to amend his legal aide certificate to include the Sharbot Lake charges, and the case was deferred until May 13.

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“I know that is soon, but I don’t want to wait until June,” said Judge Griffin. “It shouldn’t be complicated to amend the certificate, but these days legal aide is … I won’t say any more.”

“Women Write” a big success by Valerie Allan

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wenty trhee girls from Sydenham High School and Granite Ridge attended a day-long “Women Write” event at GREC on April 29.

The day started with a journaling presentation and workshop with Carol Pepper, a local artist, writer and educator, and Rosemary Pratt, a teacher at GREC. Students learned about the benefits of journaling, and different ways to journal as a means of expression. They also made journals and took them away.

This was followed by two successful women entrepreneurs and performers, Emily Fennell Taylor and Ky-Lee Hanson, two highly successful women working in the local arts communities.

Emily Fennell Taylor (also known as Miss Emily) led a session on songwriting, and shared her own experiences working in the music industry. She also offered advice to girls wanting to pursue songwriting and/or music as a hobby or profession.

Ky-Lee Hanson, is an award-winning non-fiction writer and the owner of Golden Brick Road Publishing House.

Golden Brick Road Publishing House publishes work by women only. Ms. Hanson offered tips for writing success non-fiction books and encouraged girls to pursue a variety of diverse careers in the publishing field (including graphic art, editing and distribution, for example). She also handed out and signed copies of one of her recent books, DEAR TIME ARE YOU ON MY SIDE? Emily Fennell Taylor and Ky-Lee Hanson wanted to inspire young women to pursue careers in traditionally male-dominated fields, such as music and publishing.

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People becoming aware, says reconciliation organization

by Craig Bakay e are making excellent progress, people are starting from a more informed place,” said Maureen Bostock, spokesperson for the Lanark County Neighbours for Truth and Reconciliation.

Bostock was commenting on feedback garnered from the organization’s booth at last weekend’s Festival of the Maples in Perth where they shared a booth with indigenous maple syrup producer Richard Lalande and Mark Marsolais-Nahwegahbow, founder of Birch Bark Coffee Co. “We were pleased to have Mark there as his company raises funds for water systems in First Nations communities and he made several contacts to sell coffee with local outlets,” she said. “We were pleased to introduce him to our community.”

One of the things the Lanark County Neighbours for Truth and Reconciliation are particularly interested in is the history of First Nations as it pertains to this area.

In particular, there is the instance of Chief Pierre Shawinipinessi, who was born in 1790at Lac des Deux Montagnes, a mission set up by the Sulpice missionaries at what is now known as Kanesatake. In 1837, purchases made by Shawinipinessi started showing up in the log book kept by Benjamin Tett, a magistrate and business person who operated a mill store near Bob’s Lake.

Shawinipinessi settled on an island in the Long Bay area of Bobs Lake’s (Lot 31, Concession 9) Eastern Basin. Other Algonquin people started arriving at the north end of Bobs Lake and on July 17, 1842, Chief Shawinipinessi petitioned in Canada West for a land tract of 2,000 acres straddling the Townships of Oso, Bedford and South Sherbrooke. He argued that a land tract for agricultural purposes would enable his people to sustain themselves given the depletion of game from hunting and loss of habitat due to logging and forestry.

On March 21, 1844, an Order in Council from the government of the Province of Canada approved the application for 2,000 acres to be set aside under a license of occupation in Bedford, Oso and South Sherbrooke. That order established, on paper at least, what has become known as the Bedford Reserve.

However, logging activities (timber cutting, shanty building and trespass) continued on the tract, resulting in ongoing conflict similar to that in other logging –related incursions across unceded Algonquin territory. Shawinipinessi wrote a number of letters complaining to the Department of Indian Affairs trying to convince the government to intercede with loggers and trespassers on their behalf.

Although the government did intervene, confiscating timber harvested from the tract, proceeds were retained “as part of

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the hereditary revenues of the Crown,” rather than being used for the benefit of the indigenous group whose land had been trespassed upon at the discretion of the Lieutenant-Governor of the Province.

Efforts by Shawinipinessi and other chiefs on the Bedford, Oso, and South Sherbrooke tracts to retain rights to the timber and even build a mill continued unsuccessfully for many years and many had moved away by 1851.

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manent installations for First Nations History,” she said. “A proposal for a plaque and monument similar to others depicting exploration has been submitted to the (Tay Valley) township and a location will be determined when approved by the Heritage committee.

“It’s so gratifying to see people are becoming aware (and) reconciliation is the single-most important issue for Canada.”

Frontenacs fare well during flood season W hile the Ottawa area and the Muskokas have been battling floods all spring, mainland Frontenac County has pretty much escaped the worst of things.

All three townships have posted warnings on their websites but only North Frontenac has had to do much flood fighting of any note, and that hasn’t been bad, said Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief Eric Korhonen.

“When they opened the dam on the Mazinaw, it created some flooding on Head Road,” he said. “We’ve had water over the road in Plevna, a little bit of flooding on Kash and in the Snow Road area, there have been five or six homes flooded along the Mississippi.

“We’ve given out about 3,000 sand bags and I’d really like to commend the citizen volunteers and firefighters who have risen to the occasion,” he said. “We’ve had seven culverts go and seven road washouts but the Public Works Department has really been on the ball.

“There’s no need to call an emergency.

“If residents have problems, they can call us and we’ll have firefighters run out there with pumps.”

In Central and South Frontenac Townships, flooding has been virtually nonexistent.

“We’ve fared very well compared with others,” said Central Frontenac Emergency Management Coordinator/Fire Chief Greg Robinson. “We have had some road washouts and flooding but no houses have been flooded.”

Robinson said when Central has flooding issues, it’s commonly in the Depot Lakes area but this year they’ve been more concerned about the northern areas.

“The Salmon River is high,” he said.

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The land that was once the Bedford tract is now the site of cottages on Bobs Lake and little remains in the area to remind visitors of its history as an Algonquin community.

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the situation) we’ve worked on,” Reavie said. “We’re busy for sure.

“Rose Hill Road is still down because we’re waiting on getting a culvert.”

He said area waters are still high, especially in the north.

“It’s been a little extreme because of the amount of snowfall we had all winter,” he said. “And in the north, it’s tending to stick around because it didn’t get the thaws that the south end of the Township got.

“The north didn’t get the melts the south got and so it’s tending to come all at once.”

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upcoming spring wedding. Emma was recently honoured at a bridal shower in Kaladar where the theme was “afternoon tea” and a large number of friends and family attended. Emma is the daughter of Marshall and Tammy Benn of Kaladar and Chase is the son of Alfred and Cathy Veley of Henderson, and Grandson of Ibra and Shirley Cuddy. We are happy for you folks.

• Henderson United welcomed Licensed Lay worship leader Sharon MacDonald to the pulpit for a post-Easter sermon.

Some of our lake people are back; also welcome to Gene and Donna.

• Now we’re getting excited about the free fishing weekend coming up on May 11 & 12 when a fishing licence isn’t needed.

• Tomorrow, Fri, May 3 will feature a voluntary clean up starting at the Kennebec Centre in Arden. Great plan, folks. Many here in our village are voluntarily picking up in their travels and walks, so the village is looking cleaner.

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• Land O’Lakes Community Services – Homemaking Program is available to Seniors for a low hourly rate. Washing floors, vacuuming, bathrooms, meal prep, changing bedding, etc. Call Lori Cuddy at 613-336-8934 for more information • The Denbigh Recreation Committee invites you to a wine tasting on Sat, Jun 15th, 7pm at the Denbigh Hall. To reserve your tickets, call Al or Cheryl Harvey at 613-333-2291 or Bev Chaisson at 613-333-9852. Deadline for ticket purchases is May 31.

• The Cloyne & District Historical Society will hold its Annual Mammoth Yard Sale on Sat, May 18th at the Barrie Township Hall, Cloyne. Donations are welcome and can be dropped off on Friday from 9am to 11am, but please note: no clothing items.

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• A Youth Dance will be held at the Golden Links Hall, May 3 from 7-9:30pm for public school aged children. Cost is $6.

For information, please call 372-2410.

• The Harrowsmith S and A Club is offering a babysitting course through St. John's Ambulance, for participants 11-14 years, on May 18. The course will include basic first aid and caregiver skills. Cost is only $55 per participant, as part of the cost has been subsidized by the Club. Please register by May 3. For more information, contact Marilyn at mgoodberrysanda@gmail.com or call 372-0917.

• Also at the Golden Links Hall, Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open Mic, May 12 from 1-5pm. Dinner to follow. Please bring a dessert to share. Cost is $10. For details, call 372-2410.

• Words to live by: Always do what is right, not what is easy.

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• We are a growing community! Adults, children and lots of pets. Please remember: when walking your pet in the local parks, keep them on a leash and pick up after them.

• Glenburnie Grocery Summer Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-6pm.

• VON Exercise Class at the Storrington Centre Tues & Thurs from 10:30-11:30am.

• Wild turkey hunting season begins this month. Northway Home Hardware in Inverary has turkey licences, hunting supplies and tickets for the Turkey Hunting Contest!

• Brass Point Bridge on Burnt Hills Road closed to all vehicular traffic from April 15 to May 15 for repairs due to safety concerns. Parks Canada will have detour signage in place.

• South Frontenac Museum is looking for artifacts and photos from Bedford, Loughborough and Storrington District residents to display at the Museum.

• Inverary Community Information Night - Learn about a new Inverary Community Group with a vision to connect neighbours while having fun learning and enjoying a variety of activities and events. Bring your neighbour and share your thoughts and ideas on Thurs, May 2, 7pm at Inverary United Church Hall. For more information, call 353-7008.

• Soulful Singing! in Battersea May 3rd is CANCELLED. See everyone on June 7th, 7-9pm. 5339 Battersea Rd. Call 613353-2889 for more info.

• Bob’s Breakfast - Inverary United Church Hall on Sat, May 4 from 7:30-10am. $6 for a great breakfast served to you with lots of smiles! Never been? Try it! Great community event and tastes so good.

• Let’s Talk Turtles - Thurs, May 9 from 7-8:30 at the Storrington Centre. Mabyn Armstrong will share facts & information about turtles and how to protect their nests. Turtle nest protectors and bat houses will be for sale! Sponsored by the Dog Lake Association. Members free. Others $5.

• High Tea in Sunbury – May 11th. Support the Storrington Lions Club. 1pm sitting SOLD OUT! Get your tickets now for 3pm. Tickets - $15. Call Shirley at 613-353-2257. Thank you to all for the great response to the request for cups & saucers.

• Garage sale! Inverary United Church, Sat May 25th from 9 am-2 pm. Bargains for all and a bake table of goodies!

Donate gently used items for the sale. Call Michelle 613-3536483.

• 3 Pitch 3 Chords Spring Fling - Fun for the whole family at Ken Garrett Park, June 1 & 2. Tickets $35 for weekend pass. 16 and under free. Local vendor spaces available – call Lesley at 483-1839 or Adam at 613-484-1313. Also call to advertise your business in the 2-day program books. Tickets: ticketscene.ca/events/24069. I have 20 to sell! Tickets available at Inverary Beer Store. Help us build new accessible washrooms.

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• Tay Valley Karate - The Spring Session has been extended until May 23, 2019 to help make up for sessions missed due to snow days. There will be NO session on May 9, 2019 due to an event at the school.

• ABC to Z Yard Sale Fundraiser – ABC Hall, Sat. May 11, 9am – 4pm. New-to-you items on sale outside - artisans, crafters and local vendors inside. For info on renting space, log on to www.abchall.ca or contact Lynne at 613.273.8834.

• Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra - Jam-a-thon & Pie Auction Sat, May 4th, from 12 noon to 5pm. All are welcome to play, listen and have fun! The all-day jam will help to raise funds for the Orchestra. Free admission with food and drinks provided. Maberly Community Hall, 172 Maberly Elphin Road. .

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• Don’t forget the social supper at Snow Road Community Centre on Wed, May 8th. Sit down at 5:30pm, supper served at 6pm. All welcome.

• A good crowd attended Thurs evening’s music night, with great music from band Rukkuzz. Winners for next music night were Elaine Moffet and Peter Cumberbirch. Next music night will feature the White Brothers, May 30th, 7-9pm.

• Don’t forget Diners, the last one of the season, on May 6th at 12:30pm. Please phone ahead if you plan to attend: 1-613-279-3151. It is in Sharbot Lake at the United Church.

• So glad to have my girl Gail Hermer back from Florida to do all the chores I can’t do, and also visits. I missed you, Gail.

• Sympathy to the family and friends of Ivan McLellan of McDonald’s Corners, who passed away on Friday in his 90th year.

• Church services start for Snow Road on May 5th at 9:30am. We will be having church every 2 weeks at Snow Road.

• teer, call Lorie at 278-0216. More about this event in the next news column.

• Marilyn Meeks 613-279-3209

MOUNTAIN GROVE

• April anniversaries are: Christine and Sandy Scott, Ellis and Mary-Lou Woolfrey, Ron And Bev Ruttan, Art and Linda Barker, Bob and Marjorie Clow.

• A senior’s trip is planned for Parham and Mountain Grove members, and also some seniors at SLRR, to see a live play in Smith Falls. It should be a good trip. Some May birthdays are Tammy Dupuis, Arthur Barker, Katie Tryon, Marcella Sully, Jason Bernard, Lois Parr-Ansley, Matthew Barr, Paul Scott, Fred Hawley, Emerald Fox, Kevin Merrigan.

• The Lions Club met at SLRR on Thurs, April 25 and every other week for euchre.

• Mountain Grove 50+ club met on April 10, the second Wed of April and Parham seniors met on April 17, every third Wed.

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• Breakfast on May 11 has been cancelled, since there are many other activities planned for that day.

• The Fire Extinguisher Check will be one of the events on May 11, from 10am to noon. Bring in your fire extinguishers to check their viability. You don’t want to need a fire extinguisher and find it no longer works.

• Also on May 11th is the 2nd Annual Plant and Seed Swap/ Sale from 10am to noon. Bring in your extra seeds, plants, perennials to sell, trade or give away.

• The Spring ATV Run is also on May 11. The ice on the roads and trails is melting and drying up so it should be a fun run.

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• The Birthday Bash will be held on May 15 at 6pm.

PARHAM-TICHBORNE

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Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com 613-375-6525 • Friends of Darrin Fox have started a GoFund Me account to help with financial expenses. Darrin needs all the help and prayers he can get to fight this horrendous battle. Many in the area know Darrin and his family. Now is the time to help one of our own. Please, if you can help in anyway, it would be extremely appreciated by the family.

To help out, go to Gofundme.com and click search at the top left-hand corner of the page. Type in Darrin Fox when the search bar comes up. The campaign raised $8,300 in the first three days, surpassing the $5,000 goal. Every donation helps.

• The Diners at Parham enjoyed a most delicious lasagna luncheon on Wed. Remember: there is only one more left before summer and that is on May 27th. Be sure to make your reservation and come out enjoy good food and fellowship.

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• Clarendon Central presents a Spaghetti Dinner on May 10 from 5pm to 6:30pm. Admission is by donation and proceeds go to the Parent's Council.

Sydenham Karen Brawley

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• Looks like there has been an overwhelming response for the 1st Annual Sydenham and surrounding area Yard Sale, The date will be May 18th, from 8am-4pm (or whenever you choose to close yours) we would like to include those who don’t live right in the village or within distance, so we are working on trying to find a location they could possible set up (and of course remove what doesn’t sell) So if you have friends in the village maybe you can join up with them on their lawn to put out your sale items. Or if you know someone in the village and immediate surrounding areas, perhaps you can make it a multi family. Kids.. get your thinking caps on, lemonade stands!!! And if people could inform me which streets and outskirts areas will be participating we can highlight it on the flyers and on social media so people know where to head. Or have people put up signage accordingly.

And this conveniently coincides with the 2nd Annual Artfest being held at the Legion. Could be a great weekend!

• Are you looking for something to do that is fun, meaningful and be a part of a fantastic team? As a Volunteer with Hopeful Therapeutic Riding Program you will be a part of a team either as a Side Walker or a Horse Handler. Depending on the Rider there are usually 2 side walkers and 1 horse handler. No experience necessary but you will need to be committed, positive, fun loving, safety driven as well as comfortable around horses. If you are interested in learning more contact Tracy at HopefulTherapeuticRiding@outlook.com They also have a facebook page.. under Kingston Hopeful Theraputic Riding Program or call 613-929-8587 The Therapeutic Riding program is designed for individuals aged 5 & up with physical and/or cognitive special needs, including but not limited to those with autism, ADHD, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, anxiety, visual impairments or hearing impairments.

• Don’t forget to go to St Paul’s Church on Friday May 3rd at 5pm for your feed of fish at their annual fish fry.

• Looking to get out and exercise head on up to Frontenac Park and join in on the Early bird Spring Walk — 8:00 am - 2:00 pm on May 5th - Join Kathy Felkar and Mike Burge from the Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory (peptbo.ca) on a ramble about the park . Please, no dogs. Meet at the Park Office.

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• Registration is now open for swimming lessons at McMullen Beach! Swim lessons may be cancelled or relocated to The Point if enrollment is low. Help to keep swim lessons at McMullen Beach and register your child now. The Swim and Camp Registration is available online from the South Frontenac Township website and in-person at the Recreation Office, 2490 Keeley Rd, Sydenham.

• The Verona Ball Club and the Verona Lions are having a work bee on Sat, May 4, starting at 9am, to get the ball field up and running for the season. Any volunteers who are willing to come out and support them would be greatly appreciated.

• Paint Night will be held Tues, May 7 from 7 to 9:30pm at the Verona Lions Club. Paint a landscape with an instructor in a supportive environment. Learn colour mixing and some painting basics. $45/person or $40 with own brushes. All supplies included. Cash bar. Free snacks. Limited space.

• Enjoy a musical evening at Portland Community Church on Fri, May 10 at 7pm. Entertainment by Ellis Wolfreys and friends, featuring John McLurg, Marilyn Craig and Judy Reynolds. Free will offering. Refreshments.

• First market day for the Frontenac Farmers' Market will be on Sat, May 18 from 9am to 2pm. Come see your favourite vendors and meet their exciting new members.

• The Verona Community Association (VCA) is seeking a volunteer to sit on the Board of Directors. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of the month. For more information about the VCA and how you can help, please contact: Wayne Conway 613-777-8980 vca@xplornet.ca

ARDEN

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• The Arden Trash Bash will be held Fri, Mar 3. Routes will be given out at the Community Centre at 9am. Please wear boots and gloves. Bags will be provided.

• On Fri, May 3, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Arden Legion will be hosting a lasagna dinner from 5-7pm. Adults $10, 6 to 10 years $5 and kids 5 and under free. The dinner will include caesar salad, garlic bread, desserts, tea and coffee.

• Come out and see Arden’s Greg and Carol Morris as they perform in the North Frontenac Little Theatre’s production of “The Boy Wonder”. The play will be presented May 9, 10, 11 and 12 at GREC. Tickets are $16pp or student $10 and are available at the S. L. Pharmacy, the Amazing Dollar Store and the Cardinal Café.

• The Land O’Lakes Public School will be holding their annual Fun Fair Thurs, May 16 at the school. If you can volunteer for this event, please contact Kathy Barr at 613-335-5500. Set up is at 3pm. If you can’t make set up time, you could also help supervising an event.

• Kids Klub and the Kennebec Rec Committee will be holding their 2nd Annual Fundraising Pike Derby. Tickets are $10pp and you don’t have to fish to be eligible for a prize or two. The Derby day is Sat, May 18, with weigh ins and prize display

and results held at the Kennebec Community Centre. For info please call 343-363-8153. If you are in Arden and would like a ticket or two, please call or email me • Arden United Church news. Coffee and conversation continue Thurs. at 10am. On Wed, May 1 there will be a pastoral charge board meeting at the church at 7pm.

• CFFR will be conducting their door to door smoke and CO alarm campaign on May 25th. The first 40 homes in compliance of the Fire Code will receive a $5 coupon for the Cardinal Café in Sharbot Lake. If you have any questions about what is required to make your home or cottage compliant, please contact Chief Robinson @ 613-279-2935 ext. 359.

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• Free Friday Flix this coming Fri, May 3rd is “Bohemian Rhapsody”, celebrating the music of Queen and the life of Freddie Mercury. PG-13, suggestive material, language. At Emmanuel United Church, 108 Addington Road, Land O'Lakes Emmanuel United Church, free admission, bring a friend.

• Patrick & Cynthia, the new owners of our local golf course would like to welcome you to opening day at Hunter's Creek Golf Course on May 4, 2019, beginning at 11am. They are excited to meet and greet past, present and future patrons with a BBQ. Along with golf, Patrick and Cynthia have frisbee golf & horseshoes. They are also going to be hosting a Mother's Day brunch on Sun, May 12th. Quiche, salad, mimosas and a little herb garden activity. $20. Call 613-363-4060 to register, as space is limited.

• LARC’s Early On Child and Family Centre, in partnership with Land O’ Lakes Garden Club, are hosting another gardening adventure for young children ages 12 and under on Wed, May 8th from 10-12 pm at the Northbrook Lions hall. A fun garden creation will be made to enjoy through the summer months.

Spaces are limited. Please contact Morgan Wilson @ 613-3368934 X 257 to register for this gardening experience.

• Did you know Bishop Lake Outdoor Centre has been in business for twenty years? Thank you, Bob and Allison, for starting the Outdoor Centre in our community. Bob and Allison are celebrating this milestone achievement with a celebration on May 11, 2019, with a free BBQ from 12-1pm. While enjoying your BBQ, check out the store!

• Come join the ladies of Through the Roof for their Season of Spring Luncheon with the theme of, “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today”, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.” See you on May 11, 2019, beginning at 11am.

• The N.A.E.C. 3rd Annual Fun Fair is coming to you on Thurs, May 16, 2019 at 5-8pm. Come out for a BBQ, fun and games, bouncers, silent auctions, and face painting.

• The Lions Club of Land O’Lakes will be having their yard sale on May 18, 2019. The Lions are hoping you have items to donate. All money raised helps the Lions serve the community.

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Mayor’s Declaration Annual Emergency Preparedness Week “Are You Ready” It’s time for Emergency Preparedness Week, from May 5-11, 2019. North Frontenac Emergency Management Program Committee is joining forces with the Ontario Fire Marshal and Emergency Management (OFMEM) to remind local residents of the importance of having an emergency plan and a survival kit and building on the fundamentals of emergency preparedness.

The focus of this year’s Emergency Preparedness (EP) Week campaign is personal preparedness.

The Provincial tag-line this year is “Are You Ready”.

THEREFORE, I Ron Higgins, Mayor of the Township of North Frontenac do hereby declare May 5-11, 2019, as Emergency Preparedness Week throughout the Township, and I urge all the people of North Frontenac to prepare an emergency plan and an emergency survival kit for their home and to support the efforts of North Frontenac’s Emergency Management Program Committee during Emergency Preparedness Week 2019.

Thursday May 16, 1:00-2:00 Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church 3876 Harrowsmith Road, Harrowsmith, ON Refreshments, Play performance and Mini concert by Gary Rasberry

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New playground at NAEC, courtesy of NF Twp.

by Kayla Newman n Friday, April 26, 2019, students and staff at North Addington Education Centre gathered around for the unveiling of the new playground, donated and installed by The Township of North Frontenac.

Principal Bonham-Carter gave a speech expressing NAEC's gratitude towards everyone that helped make it happen, especially the Parent Council and Mrs Salmond (the former principal). He was joined by North Frontenac Mayor Ron Higgins and Deputy Mayor Fred Perry.

Once the ribbon to the playground was cut, students of all ages surrounded the structure with excitement. Caitlyn, a grade five student at NAEC exclaimed, "I love it!

This is so awesome and I am really excited to play on it!"

Corey Klatt, Manager of Community Development at North Frontenac explained in an interview how the project all started. The Township was originally planning to install a new playground in Cloyne at the Ball Diamond and Tennis Court facility, but when the council heard that NAEC did not have one at the school for younger students, they arranged to install one there instead.

"It was discussed that a playground would be well used at the school and well maintained," he said. “It felt excellent to see the students so excited about the playground today and we are pleased that everyone will be able to enjoy it for years to come." (photo Kayla Newman)

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y seed orders have arrived and some seeds are already growing , but as I wait impatiently for the real spring to arrive I have browsed once more through seed catalogues and realized just how much information is in them. Not only do seed companies offer dozens more varieties than local stores can carry, the catalogues contain germination guides ,excellent photos , culture tips, diseases and pests to watch for, and nifty gadgets and tools to make your gardening easier. I pass along some of the good growing tips that I have gleaned from Johnny’s Selected seeds, Vesey’s, and Wm. Dam Seed.

Go ahead and gamble.

Early beans are worth the risk. It’s true that beans hate frost. But a “cheater” row of beans planted two weeks before the last frost date is worth the risk. If they aren’t nipped by frost, you have moved ahead your bean harvest. If they do get hit with frost, you have lost nothing more than a few seeds and can replant.

Use care when harvesting asparagus to avoid damage to spears that have yet to emerge. Remove dead ferns in fall to help prevent asparagus beetle infestation.

Early maturing cabbage varieties may split or burst at maturity from rapid new growth if heavy rain follows a dry spell. Splitting may be partly avoided by slowing growth. To accomplish this, cultivate close to plants to sever some of the root system, or by slightly twisting the plant.

When planting in dry or windy weather, sow the seed in moist soil, then cover with a wide board to retain the moisture until the seeds germinate. Then

remove it. This works very well with succession plantings of salad crops.

Hot peppers are becoming popular in home gardens and they come in many shapes, sizes flavours and heat. Measured in Scovilles, peppers range from mild to blistering hot.

Jalapenos are in the 25005000 range while Habenero peppers can range up to 500,000 (not for the faint of heart) To prevent and control tomato diseases use varieties that are noted as disease resistant, do not grow tomatoes where there have been tomatoes, peppers, potatoes or eggplant for at least three years, do not overcrowd, water in the morning or use drip irrigation, and mulch to retain soil moisture.

Monarch caterpillars eat only milkweed during their life, but the adult butterflies have a more varied diet that includes aster, buddleja, echinacea, verbena and zinnia. Butterflies like flowers that give them a platform to hold on to while they

sip nectar, such as achillea, rudbeckia, tithonia, and zinnias. Bees love broccoli.

Leave some of your cole crops to bolt to provide a month of food for bees.

If deer are hungry, they will eat almost anything, but here is a list of plants they will avoid until that point: ageratum, aster, borage, cleome, foxglove, marigolds, poppies, rosemary, salvia, thyme, verbena and zinnia.

In a year of extreme heat and drought, gardeners often look to grow plants that can survive arid conditions.

These include agastache, celosia, cosmos, dusty miller, gomphrena, lavender, marigold, portulaca sage, sedum and vinca. Written

by Helen Hallpenny who is a member of the Lanark County Master Gardeners.

Want to know more about the Master Gardeners group or ask a gardening question? Visit our website at www.lanarkmg.blogspot. com or contact us at lanarkmg@gmail.com

Documents are available at: BIDDINGO.COM Tender shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope plainly marked “PW 2019-05 One (1) 2019 Model 4x4 Backhoe “. The proponent shall provide their company name, address and contact information on the envelope, and deliver it to the Township municipal office located at: Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0 Attention: David Armstrong, Acting Public Works Manager The Submission Deadline is 3:00 p.m. local time on Thursday May 23rd, 2019. Tenders received later than the stated date and time will be returned to the proponent unopened.

The Township of Central Frontenac reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals received in response to this Request for Proposals. The Township of Central Frontenac is under no obligation proceeding with the RFT or any portion thereof.

COUNCIL MEETING Regular Council Meeting May 14, 2019 at 4 p.m. at the Soldiers Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett St. Sharbot Lake, ON. Regular Council Meeting May 28, 2019 at 4 p.m. at the Soldiers Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett St. Sharbot Lake, ON.

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Pine Meadow Special Needs Fundraising 2019

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ickets for the annual Pine Meadow Special Needs Fund raffle are now on sale at various locations. The proceeds from the raffle sales go towards monthly excursions for the residents at Pine Meadow Nursing Home in Northbrook.

This year, the prizes are a beautiful quilt, funded and constructed by the Treadles Quilting Group and a concrete fire pit designed by Tuscany Concrete. Tickets are $3.00 each or 2 for $5.00 and will be sold until the date of this year's Pine Meadow Charity golf tournament on June 22nd.

The draw will be held at Pine Meadow that afternoon and will be announced at the tournament at Hunter's Creek. There will only be 2,500 tickets printed so they may not be available for that long. They are available at Bishop Lake, Nowell Motors and at Pine Meadow and will be sold by volunteers at local grocery stores over the next month.

The Special Needs Committee also organizes the annual Pine Meadow Charity Golf Classic at Hunter's Creek golf course.

It is the biggest fundraiser that they undertake. Last year, this event raised over $20,000. Tickets for the golf tournament,

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which include a BBQ lunch and green fees, are a reasonable $55 per person, and are available through Eleanor Nowell at Nowell Motors in Cloyne. Call 613 336 2547 for information.

The funds raised through the raffle and the tournament owe a great deal of their success to the support of the small business community and to families in the surrounding region. The tournament has 80 to 100 sponsors annually and new sponsors are included each year. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please call Laury Hitchcock at 613 336 2394 or Esther Demczak at 613 336 2751.

Over its 16-year history, the tournament has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars which is all directed towards extras that are not covered in Pine Meadow's funding. The home is a community owned, not for profit enterprise, under the umbrella of Land O' Lakes Community Services. This year, the funds will be used for additional adjustable dining tables, wing chairs for the activity room, heel supports, wheelchair positioning rolls and outdoor storage sheds, as well as all of the monthly outings.

Plant a tree for Mother's Day

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our mother gave you the gift of life, and now you can return the favour.

Thanks to the Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation’s Special Occasion Tree Planting program, you can skip the grocery store bouquet and plant an environmental legacy in your mom’s honour, instead.

The trees are planted across the Rideau Valley watershed, from Frontenac to Smiths Falls to downtown Ottawa, helping to fight erosion, manage floods and keep contaminants out of our rivers and lakes. Staff tend to the new trees, helping them grow into maturity so they can thrive for decades – much like your mother did for you.

A single tree costs $25,

while a small grove of five is only $100. Ten trees costs $150 and a family grove of 25 trees costs $250 – just $10 a tree.

Online ordering makes it easy and fast. Under the RVCF’s Special Occasion Trees program, simply enter your donation amount and your information, and you’ll receive a charitable tax receipt to your inbox right away. You can even send your mom an e-card right from the Foundation site.

The foundation is a regis-

tered charity that supports the work of the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority, which monitors more than 4,000 km2 of waterways across 18 municipalities.

The authority is responsible for monitoring water quality, flood risks and other hazards to keep people, property and the environment safe. Planting trees is an important part of the authority’s efforts to promote biodiversity, protect our drinking water and reduce the risk of flooding.

The RVCF plants a combination of white cedar, white pine, red oak and sugar maple.

To order your Mother’s Day trees or make another donation, visit www.canadahelps.

The cast of Trouble in Fairy Tale Land, Land O’Lakes Public School’s spring play, took to the stage for a curtain call during which they fielded questions from the audience, which also included students from Clarendon Central, GREC and North Addington Education Centre. Photo/Craig Bakay

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Card of Thanks

Celebration of Life

Thank You - Clark

Harold Perry

We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for all the kindness and support we received at the loss of our Mother Lillian (MacCrimmon) Clark. Special thanks to Dr. Tobia and the staff of Lakeland Family Health Centre for many years of kind and compassionate care. There are no words to adequately express how great the staff of Pine Meadow have been to Mom, thank you all. Thanks to Pastor Joe for a beautiful service and for your care of Mom’s spiritual needs. The congregation of Through the Roof Ministry provided a wonderful lunch and to Ron Clark who sang one of Mom’s favourite hymns.

Your kindness will never be forgotten.

Shirley, Joye, Herb, Sharon and families.

"A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered."

Please join us in a Celebration of Life in loving memory of Harold Perry.

March 10, 1930 April 8, 2019 To be held Saturday, May 11, 2019 at Clar-Mill Hall, Buckshot Lake Road Plevna, Ontario from 1:00-4:00 PM A Life Well Lived A life well lived is a precious gift of hope and strength and grace from someone who has made the world a brighter, better place.

It's filled with moments, sweet and sad with smiles and sometimes tears with friendships formed and good times shared and laughter through the years.

A life well lived is a legacy of joy and pride and pleasure, a living, lasting memory our grateful hearts will treasure. ~Author unknown

Thank You ~ Meeks

We, the family of the late Ellanora & Frank Meeks, would like to thank Dr. Tobia, all his staff for the care they gave our parents over the years; also PSW workers Fern Tully, Gail Bryden; Smiles workers Dawn Lyns and Charlene Timmerman; Care Coordinator Peggy Good and Associate; Smiles Coordinator Andrea Williams & Associate, also Community Services. Thanks to Lennox & Addington General Hospital; Heart of Hastings, Madoc; Hospice workers at L&A General Hospital. Thanks to Derek Maschke & staff of Milestone Funeral Center. Special thanks to our family & friends for flowers, cards, donations in memory of our parents, food, words of love & praise of our parents.

We will miss Mom & Dad forever and a day. God has them in his keeping, we have them in our hearts.

Thank You ~ Kish We, the family of the late Edna Kish (Veley), would like to thank everyone for the kindness and well wishes expressed throughout our recent loss.

Thank you for all the visits, calls, cards, flowers, treats, and donations made in Edna’s memory. A huge thank you to the staff, members, and Ladies Auxiliary of Royal Canadian Legion branch #496 for the wonderful luncheon and all the work put forth to make her celebration of life so very special. Also, thank you to the palliative care teams from Providence Care Heritage 2, KGH, Cancer Centre, CBI Home Nursing and Sydenham Medical Centre staff for going above and beyond with such special care of Edna. Thank you, again. We are all so appreciative of everything.

The Kish Family

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May 2, 2019

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OBITUARY Connelly, Harold John Peacefully at the Perth District Hospital on Sunday April 21st, 2019 in his 72nd year.

Loving husband of Liz of 49 years. Devoted father of Michelle Romanko and Leigh – Anne Wise (Nathan).

PopPop to Caden Brodrick – Wise, Chase, Elleigh and Evynn Wise, Ryder and Harper Romanko. All of Calgary Alberta.

Pre Deceased by his parents John & Ruth Connelly. Dear brother – in – law of Nancy (Hank) Maynard and loved uncle of Melanie, and Geordie Maynard.

Harold will be sadly missed by his faithful boat companion Jasmine.

Harold was born and raised in the village of Welcome, Ontario. He and Liz were married in 1970 and chose Whitby, Ontario as their home. A job transfer took their family to Calgary, Alberta in 1991 where they stayed until 2008 when they retired to their lake home near Plevna, Ontario.

Harold was employed with Trans Canada Pipelines and wore many hats over his 38 year career with them.

The most rewarding part of Harold’s career was as Operations Manager for a Gas Storage joint venture between Trans Canada Pipelines and BP Canada and later with the Gas Storage Facility in Edson, Alberta.

The Funeral was held at the Ross Funeral Chapel, Port Hope, Ontario on May 1st, 2019. Interment Welcome Church Cemetery. www.rossfuneralchapel.com

in Memoriam Goodberry, Leonard In loving memory of our dear father, Leonard who passed away April 28, 2008.

Remember Leonard with a smile today.

He wasn’t one for tears.

Reflect instead on memories of all the happy years.

Recall his laugh, the way he spoke, The funny things he did, His strength, his love, the way he joked His eys that shone with fun, Somuch of him htat never died He left for every one.

Always loved and remembered, Carol, Clenda, Michael, Tracie & families

OBITUARY Margaret Ann Duquette of Flinton, passed away suddenly at the Campbellford Memorial Hospital on Monday, January 7, 2019. She will be sadly missed by her sisters Audrey Duquette, Sharon (the late Elwood) Rutledge, both of Belleville and by her brother Eddie Duquette of Flinton. Pre-deceased by her parents William & Amelia Duquette, as well by her brothers Nelson and Moses.

Margaret will be fondly remembered by her extended family and friends. A Graveside and Interment Service will take place at St. Paul’s Anglican Cemetery, 5th Concession Rd. South, Flinton on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at 2:00pm. . Online condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com

in Memoriam Smith, Donald - I remember a special brother... with love who left us May 1, 2006 I remember your big smile. I remember your laugh. I remember your pride as a father and family man, your love for you wife, Thelma, and your love and loyalty to me as a brother. I remember all the visits and good times with Graydon and I back at the farm on the Bell Line RD. You were always there for me.

Forever in my heart and thoughts, Don, you are sadly missed and loved, Sis, Dot & Benji

TERRY THAKE MONUMENTS

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McCann Jean (nee: Bishop) At Pine Meadow Nursing Home, Northbrook, on Thursday, April 11, 2019 of Bishop Lake, Cloyne (formerly of Malone), in her 90th year.

Wife of the late Garnet McCann. Daughter of the late William and Edith (Bowan) Bishop, Marmora. Sister of Helen (Don) Yearwood. Loved by her several nieces and nephews.

The family received friends at McConnell Funeral Home, Marmora on Monday, April 15th from 1-3 pm with the funeral service at 3 pm. Spring interment Zion Church Cemetery, Malone.

Donations made to Pine Meadow Nursing Home and Alzheimer Society.

Pine Meadow was Jean’s home for a few years; it is a remarkable residence and we thank all the staff for taking such great care of her.

Don, Helen and Family

in Memoriam CAMPSALL, George - In loving memory of a very special husband, dad, grandpa and great grandpa who left us ten years ago, May 5th, 2009.

Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you’re never gone, We think about you always, We talk about you too, We have so many memories but we wish we still had you.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered

by Doris, Kim, Chris, Donna and their families.

Donald L. Smith It’s been 13 years since you joined the angels, May 1, 2006.

Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain forever, You will always be in our hearts...because in there you are alive forever.

Love, Donna, John and family “Keep Smilin”

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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP ADMIN#2019-01 Job Evaluation & Pay Equity Review ISSUE DATE: April 26, 2019 PROPOSAL CLOSING: 4:00 p.m. local time Friday May 17th, 2019 Documents are BIDDINGO.COM

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Please submit complete proposal, in a sealed envelope quoting the RFP number and closing date and forward to: Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0 Attention: Cathy Administrator

MacMunn,

Clerk

Proposals must be received before the above mentioned time and date, and in accordance with the attached RFP forms, instructions to vendors, and standard terms and conditions.

Township of Central Frontenac REQUEST FOR TENDER RFT PW 2019-04 - Two (2) ¾ Ton Extended Cab Gas Powered Trucks ISSUE DATE: April 17, 2019 PROPOSAL CLOSING: 3:00 p.m. local time Tuesday May 8th, 2019 Documents are BIDDINGO.COM

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Please submit complete proposal, in a sealed envelope quoting the RFT number and closing date and forward to: Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0

Serving the area for over 100 years.

David Goodfellow Owner/Managing Director

Parham, Ontario 613-375-6254 www.goodfellowsfuneralhome.com

Attention: David Armstrong, Acting Public Works Manager Tenders must be received before the above mentioned time and date, and in accordance with the attached RFP forms, instructions to vendors, and standard terms and conditions.

May 2, 2019

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The Classifieds Ad Rates: Classified Text ads: $10.62 + HST per insertion for 20 words & under; 20¢ each extra word.

Deadline: 4 pm Monday; Ph: 613-279-3150, Fax: 613-279-3172; info@frontenacnews.ca

NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS

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

NEW APPLIANCES

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

PAYS CASH $$$

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

HELP WANTED

ROOFERS NEEDED! Amherst Roofing & Sheet Metal is a unionized commercial flat roofing company looking for hard working individuals to join our crews. Must have WHMIS and Working at Heights or willing to obtain it prior to start date. Perfect candidates will be reliable/ dependable, punctual, willingness to learn and adaptable to new working environments.

Starting wage is as per union rates and increases with experience. Please send resumes to billiejean@amherstroofing.com or stop in to drop off a resume.

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

SERVICES

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FREE PICKUP: fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, ‘anything metal’ & electronics.

Call 613-375-6377, leave message.

Smitty’s

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

ANYTHING METAL

APPLIANCES

ASSELSTINE HARDWARE, Authorized Repair Depot for: Whirlpool, Maytag, Inglis, Amana, Jenn-air, Kitchen Aid, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Samsung Appliances. Over 27 yrs experience.

Call 613-374-3400 APPLIANCE REPAIR, Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613374-2851

AUTOMOTIVE

KALADAR AUTO RECYCLING. Car & truck parts. Used cars, $600 & up. We take tradeins. We buy farm equipment, tractors, loaders for parts. 11520 Hwy 41; 613-336-9899; 613885-8644 KINNEY AUTO WRECKING Station Road, Kaladar. 4x4 trucks & parts for sale. Scrap cars, stoves, fridges wanted. 613-336-9272.

FLEA MARKET

TONI & JP’S FLEA MARKET, 6107 Hwy 506 at Ardoch Rd. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Something for everyone.

613-479-0341

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ADULT GUINEA Hens, $15 - $20. 613-3532460 CENTRAL BOILER Classic OUTDOOR FURNACES can eliminate your high heating bill. Buy NOW and save up to $550! Call today 613-539-9073. www.thefurnacebroker.com CENTRAL BOILER OUTDOOR FURNACES offer the Classic, the Maxim and the New Edge. Your local Dealer, Wood Heat Solutions, Frankford, ON, 613-398-1611; Bancroft, ON 613-332-1613. www.chesher.ca

GARAGE SALES

SPYGLASS COVE 1016 Schoolhouse Road, Clarendon, Hwy. 509. Open Tuesday to Saturday, 8am - 7pm, open Sunday 2pm - 6pm. Open Victoria Day Weekend, Saturday to Monday.

Drywall Service Boarding, Taping, Painting & Texture Spray (Free Estimates)

Ardoch Ontario 613-479-8005 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, 1095 Garrett St., rear building, Sharbot Lake.

Competitive prices! 8½” x 11” - Black & White 25¢ ea; Colour copies 60¢ ea. 613-279-3150.

ROOFING, SHINGLES – STEEL, 30 years experience, serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300 WATER PUMP REPAIR and Service. UV Disinfection and Filtration, Water Softeners.

MOE Licensed Well Technician. Over 27 yrs experience. Asselstine Hardware 613-3743400

TOWING

B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery.

James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca

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

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Cinco de Mayo at Holiday Country Manor

hen the owners of the Holiday County Manor, Jeff Day and Cor Lee, were living in Toronto, they enjoyed many of the cultural events, and one of their favourites was Cinco de Mayo.

They loved the food, the music, the cocktails, and the Pinatas. So, when they realised that the 5th of May is going to be on a Sunday this year, they thought that holding an afternoon party on the front porch and the lawn of the Manor would be a great way to kick off the summer season.

They are inviting everyone to enjoy some tacos, nachos, empanada’s, take a salsa lesson, dance a merengue, or drink a margarita. It runs from 2pm -6pm. Admission is free and everyone is welcome.

Those who register in advance, which can be done at the Holiday Country Manor Facebook page, will automatically be eligible for door prizes.

“We want people to come out and enjoy themselves and have a party on a Sunday afternoon,” said Jeff Day. “It’s been a long winter.”

“We are also kicking off our season. We have a murder mystery night the following Saturday as part of our Mother’s Day Weekend, and then the Sunday brunch on Mother’s Day, which is always busy and this year will be extended to 3 o’clock, so

W

D & G Total Home Improvements Fully Licensed & Insured

Employment Opportunities Available Now 613-583-0146 ddaawg@outlook.com

Tim's Auto Body 13775 Hwy 41, Cloyne ON Corner of 41 and 506 613-336-2038 Now Offering

• ATV • Automotive • Light Truck Tires Tires Starting from

14" - 74.95 15" - 79.95 16" - 84.95

Install, Balancing, Taxes Extra

LAND O’LAKES LODGE on Crotch Lake looking for full time cook. Reply to landolakeslodge@gmail.com PART-TIME PSW support required, Arden/ Harlowe/ Henderson/ Northbrook area, MayOct. 613-546-3240 or email jfmcnichol@gmail. com. After May 3 call 613-336-1304.

ROOFING LABOURER. Experience an asset.

Must have valid driver's license and own transportation. Call Todd Gursby 613-278-1300 and leave a message.

Work: removal of garbage bags placed at curb by tenants at 4 locations in Flinton, and transporting to landfill or transfer site.

Offering many brands at Very competitive prices Also Offering: • Off Season Tire Storage • No Drip Oil Rust Proofing • Winshield Installation

Contact 613-336-8965 or email urca@ sympatico.ca for Bid Package

Open Monday to Friday 8-5 Saturday - Call for Appointment

Horse Auction

Lombardy Fair Grounds Saturday, May 4, 2019

HELP WANTED

Renfrew Pontiac Livestock 18156 Hwy. 17, Cobden, ON K0J 1K0

Saturday, May 11, 2019 Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

Eastern Ontario’s Horse Auction Of Choice!

Closing Date Friday, May 24, 2019

Auction Sale Auction 10 a.m. – Viewing 9 a.m.

L

iz Bonser is a retiree on Brewer Roar near Sharbot Lake, and has been seeking an outlet for her creative energy.

She found it by attending a workshop in Ottawa that introduced her to Paverpol, a glue-like material that hardens when it dries. Using it as a textile hardener, it can be used to make statues, both for indoors and outdoors, as well as abstract objects, wall decorations, vases, bowls, animals, jewelry and masks.

She took to it right away.

“I love this art form so much, from the start. I took the intensive teacher’s course and am now a certified instructor,” she said. “Being who I am and always looking for ways to have fun I decided to start my own business.”

She now has a studio space set up in her home, where she is able to do her own work and is also offering workshops for others who are interested in working with Paverpol.

Starting this month, Liz will be conducting workshops for 3-5 participants in May and June. Participants will create a seated figure. Liz also sells Paverpol so people can work on their own projects at home.

For information about Paverpol and dates of upcoming workshops, or to see a gallery of Liz Bonser’s work, go to openingmindsinnovations.ca.

Locations Dr. P.H. Radford, Optometrist

Eyecare Clinic

Sydenham Clinic • (613)376-3097 2825 Rutledge Road Sydenham And now in

Westport

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10 Bedford Street Westport • 613-273-3097

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac proposes to enact a By-Law to stop up, close and convey a portion of a road allowance as set out and described below: Part of Oak Avenue, Plan 1113, located within Lot 15, Con 11 Olden, being Part of PIN 36225-0413 (MacKay)

The Treasure Trunk

For a map of the property, please visit our Public Notice section of our website or visit the township office.

12795 RD 38, Sharbot Lake

This proposed closing is to come before the said Council for consideration at its regular meeting at the Soldiers Memorial Hall, 1107 Garrett Street, Sharbot Lake, Ontario, on Tuesday the 14th of May, 2019 at the hour of 4:00 p.m. and at that time, the Council will hear in person any person who claims that his or her land will be prejudicially affected and who applies to be heard either in person or by his or her Counsel, Solicitor or Agent.

Second Tyme Around Clothing

613-279-2113

Consignment Auction

New Location! Extended Hours

Tractors, farm machinery, vehicles, tools, equipment, lawn & garden items, livestock supplies and much more!

5th Annual

For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com

Opening Minds Innovations

A Full Construction & Landscaping Company

Request for Quotes Weekly Garbage Pick up URCA Housing Corp Flinton, On

we are excited about that as well,” said Cor Lee. For further information, go to Holiday country Manor on Facebook or call 613353-2211

Mon, Tue, Thu Fri- Sat: 9am-3pm.

Egg Raffle

Select consignment auction of Light horses, draft horses, ponies, mini horses, donkeys, mules, tack and horse-related equipment!

For info or to consign contact:

Terms: Cash or Good Cheque Listing subject to change. Everything sells as is. Owners/Auctioneers not responsible in case of loss or damage.

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

Great prizes to be won!

613-326-1722

613-326-1722

Call Today To Book Your Auction

Call Today To Book Your Auction

For furniture drop off, please call ahead.

279-2113 ask for Janet.

until the end of May.

For further information, you may contact the undersigned at (613) 279-2935 x 237 or cdeachman@centralfrontenac.com.

Dated this 25th day of April, 2019 Cindy Deachman, Deputy Clerk Township of Central Frontenac 1084 Elizabeth St, P.0. Box 89 Sharbot Lake, Ontario K0H 2P0

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

Option, Kingston or call 353-2889 or 353-2904 Email: pumpkin.pie.music@gmail.com to reserve CANOE CLUB OPEN HOUSE 9am. Sydenham Lake Canoe Club open house, 9am-12pm. Children to seniors. Learn about our programs and get active this summer. Helen: 613-328-3631.

CLOYNE - OPENING DAY AT HUNTER’S CREEK GOLF COURSE 11am. Hunter’s Creek Golf Course.

Thursday May 2 INVERARY INVERARY COMMUNITY New owners Patrick & Cynthia would like to welcome INFORMATION NIGHT 7pm. Inverary United you to meet and greet past, present and future patrons Church. Learn about a new Inverary Community with a BBQ, golf, frisbee golf & horseshoes available.

Group with a vision to connect neighbours while Looking forward to seeing you. 613-363-4060 having fun learning. Bring your neighbour and share INVERARY - BOB’S BREAKFAST 7:30am-10am.

Inverary United Church. $6 for breakfast with a your thoughts and ideas. Info - 353-7008.

NORTHBROOK - BINGO 6pm. Northbrook Lions smile.

Hall. Sponsored by the Land O’Lakes Lions. Doors MABERLY - JAM-A-THON 12pm-5pm. Maberly open 6pm, regular games 7pm. Canteen available. Community Hall. All are welcome. Play, listen and have fun! Free admission. Food and drinks will be Info: the Lions Toll Road book. provided. Contact Cindy McCall 613-278-2448, cindy.

Friday May 3 ARDEN - TRASH BASH 7pm. Kennebec Hall. fiddlemusic.mccall@gmail.com Anyone interested will meet at the community centre NORTHBROOK - DAY OF SERVICE 9am. at 9am to get their route. Wear appropriate clothing. Northbrook Lions Hall. Land O’ Lakes Lions Club ARDEN - LASAGNA DINNER 5pm. Arden Legion. will be helping those who are unable to do their yard The Ladies Auxiliary of the Arden Legion will be spring cleaning. Please contact 613-336-8502 to hosting a lasagna dinner from 5-7pm with caesar have your name on the list. salad, garlic bread, desserts, tea and coffee. Adults VERONA - WORK BEE 9am. Verona Lions Centre Ball Field. The Verona Ball Club and the Verona Lions $10, 6-10 years $5 and kids under 5 free.

HARROWSMITH - YOUTH DANCE 7pm-9pm. are working to get the ball field up and running for the Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall. For public school season. Any volunteers who are willing to come out and support them would be greatly appreciated. children. Cost: $6. Info: 613-372-2410 Sunday May 5 NORTHBROOK - FREE FRIDAY FLIX 7pm. Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel United Church. “Bohemian CINCO DE MAYO IN FRONTENAC 2-6pm, Frontenac Rhapsody”, celebrating the music of Queen and the at Holiday Country Manor – Mexican, culture, food life of Freddie Mercury. PG-13, suggestive material, and drinks, free admission. language. At Emmanuel United Church, 108 SHARBOT LAKE - SCREEN SUNDAY 10am.

Sharbot Lake United Church. Rev. Jean Brown, Bill Addington Road. Free admission, bring a friend.

SHARBOT LAKE - SHARBOT LAKE LEGION and Jeanette Avery will collaborate on an El Salvador SUPPER 5:30pm. Sharbot Lake Legion. Roast Beef visual presentation. Coffee & light lunch after church, SNOW ROAD STATION - ANNUAL GENERAL as well as tortilla chips and plantain chips from El MEETING 7:30pm. Snow Road Snowmobile Salvador. Info: 613-279-2245 SYDENHAM - EARLY BIRD SPRING WALK 8amClubhouse.

SYDENHAM - ANNUAL FISH FRY 5pm. St. Paul’s 2pm. Frontenac Provincial Park. Join Kathy Felkar Anglican Church. Annual fish fry between 5 & 7pm. and Mike Burge from the Prince Edward Point Bird $14/adult, $6/children under 13. 4336 Mills Street in Observatory (peptbo.ca) on a ramble about the park .

Please, no dogs. Meet at the Park Office.

Sydenham.

Saturday May 4

BATTERSEA - PUMPKIN PIE COFFEE HOUSE 7pm. Battersea United Church. Presented by Teilhard Frost. A concert of old time folk music from North America. Rare and endangered fiddle tunes, banjo songs, harmonica pieces and some hambone. Pies, pies and more pies. $15. Tickets available at Ormsbee’s Mercantile, Brian’s Record

We also stock all your accessories, pellets, sauces and rubs

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Monday May 6

DENBIGH - DENBIGH DINERS 12pm. Denbigh Community Hall. Hot, delicious, homemade meal for a very reasonable cost. Please contact Marlene Dacuk: 613-336-8934 ext 233, at Land O’ Lakes Community Services or m.dacuk@lolcs.com.

RAILTON - BINGO 6:45pm. St. Patrick’s Church.

Grab a friend or two and enjoy a fun few hours.

SHARBOT LAKE - DINERS 12:30pm. Sharbot Lake United Church. The last Diners of the season is at 12:30pm. Call to reserve 613-279-3151. Always a great meal and a fun time.

Tuesday May 7

BOLINGBROKE - EUCHRE 7pm. Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall (ABC Hall). Fourhand euchre games, $6 per person. Sandwiches afterwards. Info: Joanne Milner-Green 613-279-1106, jo.mil.grn@hotmail.com NORTHBROOK - EUCHRE NIGHTS 7pm.

Northbrook Lions Hall. Sponsored by the Land O’Lakes Lions. There is a euchre tournament every fourth Friday beginning at the same time! Coffee, sandwiches and dessert. Prizes. Info: the Lions Toll Road book.

SHARBOT LAKE - SPAGHETTI DINNER 5pm-7pm.

Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). $5. Sponsored by Community Living - North Frontenac. All welcome.

VERONA - PAINT NIGHT 7pm-9:30pm. Verona Lions Hall. Paint a landscape with an instructor in a supportive environment. Learn colour mixing and some painting basics. $45/person or $40 with own brushes. All supplies included. Cash bar. Free snacks. Limited space

The images were stitched together using advanced image processing software and the picture shows the outline of a super massive black hole with more than 6 billion times the mass of our Sun situated in the middle of Messier 87, a galaxy about 53 million light years from Earth. A ring of light surrounds a black circle which is the black hole. The light in the image comes from radiation produced by hot matter being drawn into the black hole behind it and being bent around the hole by its tremendous gravity. It is bright on the left because the radiation light is coming towards us and dim on the right because it is moving away.

The black hole is about the diameter of our Solar System. We have our very own black hole sitting in the middle our Milky Way galaxy although it’s much smaller than the one in Messier 87.

Jamie Thomas, CFP, PFP, F.I.C.B. Senior Financial Planner Astronomers are trying to Providing Financial Solutions since 1978 Murphy, Matt, Jamie and Deb Assante Financial Management Ltd. get a picture of it too. Most Kingston ON K7M 3E1 We enhance financial retirement for business 1187 Princess St.,Office galaxies in the universe call 613-766-8600 owners and self employed professionals Jamie-Direct text/talk 613-539-7283 are believed to have black jamie.thomas@assante.com Please call us to learn more holes at their centre.

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Friday May 10

HARTINGTON - CONCERT WITH ELLIS WOLFRIES AND FRIENDS 7pm. Portland Community Church.

Featuring Jon McLurg, Marilyn Craig, and Judy Reynolds. Free will offering, light refreshments to follow PLEVNA - SPAGHETTI DINNER 5pm-6:30pm.

Clarendon Central Public School. Cost by donation, silent auction. Come out and help support our kids

Saturday May 11

Thu May 9 – Sun May 12

BOLINGBROKE - ABC TO Z YARD SALE FUNDRAISER 9am-4pm. ABC Hall. New-to-you items on sale outside - artisans, crafters and local vendors inside. For info on renting space, log on to www.abchall.ca or contact Lynne at 613.273.8834.

FLINTON - SEASON OF SPRING LUNCHEON 11am. Through the Roof Ministry Centre. With the theme of, “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today”, so that none of you may be hardened by sin?s deceitfulness.?

HARROWSMITH - EUCHRE FUN NIGHT 7pm.

Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. $5./person. For info., call Pam 613-372-1578 or Marilyn 613-3720917. Light Refreshment, Prizes, Cash Bar 4041 Colebrook Rd. INVERARY - HIGH TEA IN SUNBURY Storrington Lions Hall. 1pm sitting is SOLD OUT! Get your tickets now for 3pm. Tickets: $15. Call Shirley at 613-353-2257.

OMPAH - BREAKFAST 9am. Ompah Hall. 9-11am. $10, child 7-12 $5, under 7 free. Betty: 613-479-5537 OMPAH - FIRE EXTINGUISHER DAY, PLANT & SEED SWAP/BUY 10am. Ompah Hall. Contact Debbie: 613-701-3648

Thursday May 9

GODFREY - BEDFORD JAM 1pm-5pm. Glendower Hall. $2 donation, entertainers free, Info Joanne 613-374-2242, Joan - 613-374-5477 HARROWSMITH - OLE TYME FIDDLERS OPEN MIC 1pm-5pm. Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall.

Followed by dinner. Cost: $10. Please bring a dessert to share. Info: 613-372-2410.

Wednesday May 8

BOLINGBROKE - FRIENDS FOREVER CLUB 12pm. Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall (ABC Hall). 2nd Wednesday of the month. Neighbourly potluck lunch and meeting, formerly known as Althorpe Bolingbroke Seniors Club. Everyone welcome. Info: Joanne Milner-Green at jo.mil.grn@ hotmail.com, 613-279-1106.

SNOW ROAD STATION - SOCIAL SUPPER 5:30pm. Snow Road Hall. Supper served at 6pm. All welcome.

SHARBOT LAKE - THE BOY WONDER 7pm. Granite Ridge Education Centre. The North Frontenac Little Theatre’s production of “The Boy Wonder” will be presented May 9, 10, 11 and 12 at GREC, 7pm, and May 12 at 2pm. Tickets are $16 pp or $10/student and are available at the SL pharmacy, the Amazing Dollar Store and Cardinal Cafe.

BATTERSEA - LET’S TALK TURTLES 7pm8:30pm. Storrington Centre. Mabyn Armstrong will share facts & information about turtles and how to protect their nests. Turtle nest protectors and bat houses will be for sale! Sponsored by the Dog Lake Association. Members free. Others $5.

CLOYNE - LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB MEETING Pine View Free Methodist Church. Joe or Hazel Cook from Blossom Hill Nurseries. “Peonies: Discover the Passion” NORTHBROOK - BINGO 6pm. Northbrook Lions

What’s Up in the Night Sky? – May 2019 I thought that for this column, I would begin by describing a picture of nothing.

“Nothing?”, you say! Well actually, I’m being a bit misleading. The first real picture of a black hole was released by scientists of the Event Horizon Telescope Collaboration on April 10th. Black holes have such a strong gravitational field that light and all other forms of radiation cannot escape its pull – we can’t see it directly. Image data acquired from 8 radio telescopes spread across the world and using a technique called Very-Long-Baseline-Interferometry created a virtual telescope around the same size as the Earth.

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Info: the Lions Toll Road book.

Sunday May 12

Monday May 13

OMPAH - NORTHERN 5 DINERS Ompah Hall. A delicious home cooked meal $12 per person. Join us for great food, good company and more! RSVP to Rural Frontenac Community Services at 613-2793151.

Tuesday May 14

SHARBOT LAKE - SHARBOT LAKE 39’ERS LUNCH AND MEETING North Frontenac Telephone Company. Lunch is followed by meeting and a speaker or games each month.

by Fred Barrett

Aquarid meteor shower peaking on the 6th. It actually is viewable from April 19th to May 28th. Of course, around the peak is the best time. The meteor’s radiant is in Aquarius, which rises from the eastern horizon about 10pm, and they will appear all over the sky coming from the direction of Aquarius. The meteors are the dust and debris from Halley’s Comet that were produced by its countless passes around the Sun. Halley is currently far off in its orbit around the Sun but on May 6th, we will be plowing through this debris trail. It should be a great display because the new Moon occurs May 4th. With no Moon to speak of, a predicted peak rate of 40 meteors per hour should provide quite a show.

On May 6th, Mars is very noticeable in the west soon after sundown to the left of the base of Auriga. Also, the waxing slim crescent Moon is just above Aldebaran in the Hyades star cluster. During May, Jupiter rises in the southeast about an hour or so after sunset. It remains a bright beauty in binoculars or telescope until morning.

Mercury is no slouch. It can be seen in the east in morning twilight in early May. By month’s end, it returns for evening twilight in the northwest. Saturn is rising to a high

in the south by sunrise and Venus is low in the east. Another treat is on May 10th.

The crescent Moon can be observed next to the naked eye Beehive cluster M44 in the constellation Cancer after sunset.

Later, the Moon drifts past the front of the cluster.

May 2nd: Venus is 4 degrees above the Moon at 8 am, May 4th: New Moon, May 6th: Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak, May 7th: Moon passes 3 degrees south of Mars around 8pm, May 11th: First quarter Moon, May 13th: Moon is at perigee (closest) – 366,865 Km., May 18th: Called the Full Flower Moon for obvious reasons. It is also referred to as the Full Corn Planting Moon, May 20th: The Moon crosses 2 degrees north of Jupiter, May 26th: The Moon is at apogee (farthest) – 401,790 Km. Last quarter Moon.

That’s a wrap. It should be a great month. Keep looking up!

Let me know how your observing has gone this month, especially anything unusual. I enjoy the feedback. If you have any questions or suggestions you can contact me through this paper or email me at fred.barrett2@sympatico.ca .

Clear Skies! Fred.

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RFCS Volunteer of the Year Bob Webster L ong serving Rural Frontenac Community Services (RFCS) Treasurer Bob Webster was named Volunteer of the Year at the agencies Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on Monday Night (April 29) “Bob originally came to RFCS to volunteer with the income tax program, where he was recognized as a skilled experienced financial ‘guy’ and quickly recruited for the Board of Directors. It didn’t take long for him to take on the role of treasurer where he has been a vital contributor to the agency,” said RFCS Executive Director Louise Moody as she announced the award.

Moody describe Webster as a “quiet leader with insight and foresight that are both extremely valuable when managing through the minefield of government regulations, funding and bureaucracy.

She also said that his “positive attitude, ability to see all sides of an issue and his unwavering commitment to Rural Frontenac Community Services over the last eight years is remarkable. He is held in high esteem by the board, who all value his contribution and appreci-

ate the opportunity to work with him.”

He has served as RFCS treasurer for 8 years.

In an email to the News on Tuesday (April 30), he said he was “surprised and honoured to be recognized as the Volunteer of the Year.

“In particular, I was humbled to be in the company of so many other volunteers who were in attendance.

Whether providing drives for folks to attend medical appointments, delivering meals on wheels, assisting with social activities such as Diners or any number of other contributions, these volunteers cover hundreds of thousands of kilometers, and donate tens of thousands of hours of their time to making life better for their neighbours in rural Frontenac.”

RFCS operates programs for children, youth, adults and seniors. Over fifty of the agencies’ volunteers attended the annual appreciation dinner this week.

(Right - Louise Moody and Bob Webster at the RFCS Appreciation Dinner at St. James Church in Sharbot Lake.) photo submitted

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC News & Public Notices BRASS POINT BRIDGE CLOSURE Please be advised that Parks Canada has informed the Township that the Brass Point Bridge on Burnt Hills Road will be closed to all vehicular traffic in both directions from April 15th, 2019 to May 15th, 2019 for immediate repairs to address safety concerns. Parks Canada will have full detour signage in place.

DESERT LAKE CAUSEWAY RECONSTRUCTION - PUBLIC INFORMATION CENTRE A 2ND public information session will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2019 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Waterway Inn of the Desert Lake Family Resort, 2466 Desert Lake Road. This is an opportunity for residents to view plans and ask question about the planned improvements for the Causeway. This work is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2019. For more information, please contact David Holliday, Technical Services at 613-376-3027 Ext 3333.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS The Township of South Frontenac invites nominations for: Volunteer of the Year Awards These awards are presented to individuals who have provided outstanding volunteer service to the Township of South Frontenac. Nominees may be from any community volunteer group in the Township of South Frontenac. For more information and the terms of reference, check out our website! The deadline for applications is May 15th, 2019.

COMMUNITY SERVICES IN YOUR AREA Southern Frontenac Community Services, located at 4295 Stagecoach Road, Sydenham, offer services to seniors, physically disabled adults and low income households. Most of the services include the areas of rural Kingston and South Frontenac Township. The Mission of South Frontenac Community Services Corporation, in cooperation with their partners, is to facilitate and provide health support services, social and cultural support programs. For further information about the services offered phone 613-376-6477 or 1-855-279-2052 or see their website. You can also check out www.southfrontenac.net then Living Here>Community Services for many local service providers.

THINGS TO DO SUCCESS BY SIX – TOUCH THE TRUCK EVENT – MAY 9, 2019 As part of the United Way Success by Six week (May 6-12, 2019) a series of activities for children is offered every year to encourage simple family fun. Our event will include vehicles and activities from the OPP, South Frontenac Fire & Rescue, South Frontenac Public Works and Frontenac Paramedic Services. Children will be able to get into the vehicles and feel what it is like – honk the horn etc.

Join us on May 9 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at our Public Works location – 2490 Keeley Road, Sydenham. There will be a BBQ with hot dogs and sausages by donation. All money raised and donated will go to the United Way for their Success by Six program.

TOWNSHIP SWIM & DAY CAMP REGISTRATION Registration for the Township run Swim and Day Camps opened April 29th, 2019. The link for registration is available on our website under Things To Do>Recreation Activities>Swim and Daycamps. Make sure to register early to secure your spot!

The 2019 Swim and Day Camp season starts July 2nd, 2019.

COMMUNITY SERVICES & ACTIVITY GUIDE Our previous recreation guide has transformed this year into the new 2019 Community Services & Activity Guide. Accessible in print or online on our website at http://www.southfrontenac.net/en/things-to-do/recreation-guide.asp

TOWN HALL UPCOMING MEETINGS • Council Meeting – May 7th, 2019 at 7:00 pm.

• Committee of Adjustment – May 9th, 2019 at 7:00 pm INVITATION TO TENDER • No. PW-2019-06 - ONE (1) 2019 Model, 19,500 lb GVWR, 4x4, Dual Rear Wheel, Crew cab, with Aluminum Dump Body • No. PW-2019-22 - Supply & Install Accessible Entrance Ramp at Bradshaw School House (7 Steele Rd, Tichborne) Sealed submissions must be received by 1:00 p.m., May 8, 2019 ATT: Wayne Orr, CAO, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, ON K0H 2T0 Official forms detailing the general specifications and requirements may be downloaded from the BIDDINGO.COM website or picked up: Monday to Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm at the Public Works Department 2490 Keeley Road Sydenham, ON

Open for Business PLANNING APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION Residents interested in submitting a planning application are strongly encouraged to book a pre-consultation meeting with the Planner. Appointment times for pre-consultation meetings can be made on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm by calling extension 2224. Booking a pre-consultation meeting helps us evaluate your application and provides you with important information about the process and associated costs.

LIVING HERE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT A sign of Spring – back to summer hours for the HHW Depot! The facility will be open every Thursday, 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, electronics and bale wrap only. A full listing of accepted materials may be found on our website under Living Here/Solid Waste/Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS WEEK – MAY 5th – 11th, 2019 Emergency Preparedness week is an annual event that takes place during the first full week of May. The 2019 theme is “Are you Ready?”This year’s theme lends itself to focusing on specific hazards or emergency situations and question whether one is adequately prepared to deal with an emergency.

• There is a risk of flooding. ”Are You Ready?”

• Forest fires are causing evacuations. “Are You Ready?”

• If the power went out for an extended period of time. ”Are You Ready?”

• There is a severe thunderstorm warning. ”Are You Ready?”

• A tornado warning has been issued. ”Are You Ready?”

It is meant to help Canadians take action to protect themselves and their families during emergencies. Make sure your family has a plan in place as emergencies can strike anywhere, anytime. For details see News and Public Notices on our website!

TOUCH A TRUCK A family event featuring vehicles and activities from the OPP, South Frontenac Fire & Rescue, South Frontenac Public Works and Frontenac Paramedic Services.

Thursday, May 9, 5- 8PM

Public Works location – 2490 Keeley Road, Sydenham There will be a BBQ with hot dogs and sausages by donation. All money raised and donated will go to the United Way for their Success by Six program.

THANK YOU FOR

PITCHIN’ IN 2019

Any Township is only as strong as its residents and our residents have, once again, shown that they are conscientious about our surroundings. Each year, we surpass the number of volunteers and we are grateful for the increase in participation.

Through your efforts, numerous bags of garbage, recyclables and plain old junk are no longer in our ditches, treelines and waterways. Thank you all!

REMEMBER: ‘THIS LAND IS OUR CHILDRENS LEGACY’

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What’s Happening at New Leaf Link?

by Christine Bell n February 5, New Leaf Link (NeLL), with the support of a United Way grant, started delivering Tuesday programming on “Adapted Diabetes Awareness, Prevention and Management” to our (dis)abled adult participants. The endless Snow Days in February resulted in cancelling some program days, but we persevered and have successfully delivered a diverse range of program activities on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Harrowsmith Free Methodist Church. Every day is an adventure! In addition to learning about diabetes, we are experimenting with healthy food choices and have added new exercises to our program. Our amazing Program Facilitator, Chris Boal, has developed a Healthy Snack Series, where everyone participates in cooking and taste-testing. So far this term we have made gua-

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camole, hummus, and egg muffins. We practice karate with Marty Tucker from the Sydenham Academy of Martial Arts. Deb Donaldson, a certified diabetes educator, dance teacher, and fitness & nutrition specialist brings joy and laughter to each session she teaches.

Sara McHattie visits regularly from the YMCA as an adapted fitness instructor.

Our Adapted Technology Instructor, Linda Alford, helps us do online research on diabetes related topics. Shen Xiao Bing from Long Road Ecological Farm did a Chinese dumpling demo & tasting with us.

Tom Jack taught us about raising backyard chickens, and volunteer Bonnie MacNeil presented on sewing period clothing.

We’re doing soap-making with Ryan Donovan.

Christine Harvey, the Drama Queen, Sid Anjilvel, Gabriel Deerman & Gary Rasberry fill our Wednesdays with drama, art and music.

We have had visits from many community members, organizations and local businesses, including OPP Community Service Officer Curtis Dick. He was a big hit at NeLL. He answered questions, told us about local policing & online safety. Participants got to sit in the cruiser with the lights flashing.

On March 16, our St. Paddy’s Day Dance/Fundraiser at the Sydenham Legion was sold out. Greg Simpson and Pat Lalonde organized a spectacular and unforgettable evening.

Carol Sparling, Heather Gillespie, & Christine Kennedy from the Sydenham and District Lion’s Club did an informative Diabetes talk with the NeLL group.

The St. John’s Ambulance Therapy Dogs were a big hit. One therapy dog that lives in Harrowsmith may visit regularly during the summer program. We have gone on outings to Annie Milne’s Puppet Studio and the Seniors’ Centre on

Francis Street.

New Leaf Link will be adding a summer program starting in July. We are always looking for instructors, guest speakers and volunteers. If you have an idea for fun activities or topics that would be of interest to our community, please look us up on Facebook or on our website.

We would love to hear from you!

Community members are invited to attend our upcoming Donor Appreciation/Open House on Thursday, May 16 from 11 – 2. Check out the poster in your Frontenac News!

(Editors note – In 2009, New Leaf Link stepped into the breach to bridge a service gap in South Frontenac in providing programming and support for adults with developmental disabilities. They are a true community based organi-

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