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eep calm and fiddle on” was the motto last Saturday as the Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra held its 8th annual Jam-a-thon & Pie Auction fundraiser at the Maberly Hall. The hall was packed with music and musicians, and yes, the great majority of those were fiddles and fiddlers. And right in the middle of it all was orchestra leader Cindy McCall, complete in her Yes (the band) T-shirt, handing out percussion instruments and providing some semblance of organisation to all this (it’s a jam, after all, how much actual structure can there be?). “I’m having a great time,” she said. “It’s our major fundraiser and we have more bands than ever participating — all ages and styles. “There’s a lot of goodwill here — a lot of people brought food and donated things. “Many people brought tunes they wrote and they gave me the music and charts to hand out.” McCall has been leading the Orchestra for 10 years. “There are 53 people in the orchestra right now,” she said. “We’re in a pretty rural area here and there isn’t a lot of arts and music education in the schools. But the tradition of fiddle music is very strong here.” And that’s important, she said, because passing on those traditions is a big part of what they do. “If we don’t pass this on to our kids, it will die,” she said. “The Orchestra is a vec-
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tor for musical education. It’s community based and next year will be our 20th year. It’s touched hundreds of lives.” To that end they’re planning a 20th anniversary concert, likely in the late summer or fall of 2020 which will include some of the musicians who got their start in the orchestra: Javier Mullally, who’s studying opera at the Fountain School of the Arts (Dalhousie University) the Sullivan brothers, Japhy (Concordia fiddle student currently studying traditional music in Cork, Ireland) and Noah (sound technician at the Isabel at the Bader Centre in Kingston and musician) and Tichborne’s own Jessica Wedden, There have been plenty of offshoots of the orchesThere is no definitive word for a number of fiddles although online sources suggest either a 'quora' or tra such as Fiddlers and an 'ensemble'. We prefer to call it a 'festivity of fiddles'. Friends and the current trio, The Space Between to put a fiddle in any hands that want one,” which brought in an average of $40 per (Fern Marwood, Sarah Jeffries, Willow McCall said. “And every fall, we start a pie. Marwood) and others like Jerrard Smith, new beginner’s class. “Thank you to the community for all its who’s still a member but on this day also “This has become more than a full-time support,” McCall said. “We couldn’t do this brought his band mates from DLUX (David job for me.” without them.” Pollard, Diana Smith, Vicki Hanes, Marty One of the most successful fundraising Rennick and Larry Hanes) to jam along. elements on the day was a pie auction, “The lending library gives me the tools
AH tax levy increases by 5.6 per cent by Craig Bakay ddington Highlands Township passed its 2019 budget at its regular meeting in Flinton Tuesday afternoon and the net result is that it will be asking its ratepayers for $2,937,616.22, in taxes an increase of 5.6 per cent over 2018’s 42,781,829.30. Reeve Henry Hogg was quick to point out that the increase in the tax rate was 1.8 per cent. Total expenditures for 2019 are expected to be $6,262,871.91 (as opposed to $5,574,53.37 in 2018). Operating revenues are expected to be $1,451,499.57 ($1,021,850.07 in 2018) and its Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund allocation is up slightly to $2,053,400 from $2,040,300 in 2018. One thing that didn’t get added to this year’s budget is the additional expenses accrued due to spring flooding, said Hogg. “We decided not to amend the budget,” he said. Clerk-Treasurer Christine Reed said that if expenses from flooding turn out to be more than $79,000, they’ll submit a disaster assistance application to the province. Another option is to take funds from reserves to pay for flooding. “We’ll have to see if, at the end of the year Brett’s (Road & Waster Management Supervisor Reavie) budget is over that,” she said. “But we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it.” “If it isn’t flooded out,” said Hogg.
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False alarm Some recent fire calls were false alarms, Fire Chief Casey Cuddy told Council in response to a question from Reeve Henry Hogg. “Next one they’ll be getting an invoice,” said Cuddy. “(And) we won’t be waiting around for an hour for a keyholder to show up. “They can provide us with one or we’re going through the door. “There’s something wrong with their system.” “Five trucks sitting there for an hour is some pretty expensive equipment,” said Hogg. Cuddy also said they’re will be changes proposed to the wildfire bylaw to cover things like flying lanterns. Washouts Road and Waste Supervisor’s comment on how busy his crews were with washouts: “There might have been a few guys got to have some time off on Easter Weekend.” That prompted Dep. Reeve Tony Fritsch to move for an ad in the newspaper thanking the crews for their efforts above and beyond the call of duty. Palliative Care program Compassionate Care Program Co-ordinator Matt Walker has been making the rounds of local Councils (he was at North Frontenac last Friday) explaining the services his organization offers in the way of palliative care including visits from volunteers, consultation, bereavement
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maintain both the Cataraqui Trail (Perth Rd to Hwy 38 ie 18 km) and the Rideau Trail between Perth Rd and Upper Rock Lake access (section 05C,D and E i.e. 13 km). Every year I pick up the garbage on the Perth Road section 05C which is about 1.4 km. This year I got thirteen bags plus a carload of metal, wood and one tire. This is an average year: five bags for each one-half km. This includes 109 beer cans (see photo). I sort as much as possible for recycling. However no money or check was found! The money from the beer cans goes to a local charity. The Cataraqui Trail on a 35 km stretch (Chaffeys Locks-Hwy 38) only gave out six beer cans and five water bottles. Robert Charest
ces Smith. They both had some kind words to say about CL-NF, and how important it is to have an inclusive community. Dean Walsh, the Executive Director of CLNF talked about May being Community Living Month and all the upcoming events. He introduced David Yerxa, who talked about his Swim-aThon happening on May 15th, and he will be going around to collect from sponsors. Anyone who wishes to sponsor can also call the office Janet Barr of Employment Services talked about businesses’ involvement in the community, and how they empower people in the work place. With the help of workers from each establishment, Janet presented plaques to Cardinal Café, Maples Restaurant, Mom’s Restaurant, North and Central Frontenac Townships, and Woody’s Cycles. Community Living month continued on May 7 at the annual Spaghetti supper, which was held at the Oso Hall. An overflow crowd enjoyed spaghetti with 8 or 9 different home-made sauces, including the crowd favourite, a thick rich venison sauce. All proceeds went to Community Living to fund programs and services
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South Frontenac Council - springtime in Harrowsmith by Wilma Kenny renda Crawford and Pam Redden came to Council on behalf of the Harrowsmith Beautification Committee with a proposal for improving the landscape of the new village traffic light section, along with other community upgrades. Crawford assured Council that none of the additions, and the list is impressive, would cost the Township money. The Public Works and Building departments will, however, have to review and approve the projects, which include a (fully accessible) gazebo with a cement base, placement of stones and possibly a fence, several benches, installation of recently-commissioned metal poppies and removal of dead tree and brush. She also listed a bench for the children's play area at Centennial park, and a flagpole on Road 38 near Alton Road, in memory of Roy Leonard. All the work and materials for the items and improvements have been donated by individuals and businesses in the community. All donations will be recognized by (locally designed and also donated) plaques. Mayor Vandewal asked that the flagpole be located where a local resident could take responsibility for raising and lowering it as appropriate, and complimented Crawford for her energy and considerable skill at fundraising. Council unanimously agreed. Crawford noted that the Beautification Committee and Harrowsmith S&A were looking toward working in cooperation to continue making Harrowsmith an attractive and comfortable community in which to live. Matsonand Insurance Staff Changes Additions Brokers Council formalized Christopher Beeg’s appointment as Building Inspector: Beeg is an experienced carpenter, has worked
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COMMUNITY REPORTERS (613) Arden............................. Wanda Harrison................335-3186 Cloyne / Northbrook...... Nancy Skipper Denbigh......................... Angela Bright....................333-1901 Godfrey.......................... Stefan Duerst....................374-1710 Harrowsmith.................. Kim Gow Henderson..................... Jean Brown.......................336-2516 Inverary......................... Judy Borovskis..................353-1768 Maberly-Bolingbroke..... Karen Prytula....................325-1354 Mississippi..................... Pearl Killingbeck...............278-2127 Mountain Grove............. Marilyn Meeks...................279-3209 Ompah........................... Linda Rush........................479-2570 Marily Seitz........................479-2855 Parham-Tichbome......... Colleen Steele...................375-6219 Christine Teal....................375-6525 Plevna........................... Katie Ohlke........................479-2797 Sydenham..................... Karen Brawley...................376-9848 Verona........................... Debbie Lingen...................374-2091
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• The Garden Club is presenting Joe or Hazel Cook from Blossom Hill Nurseries this Thurs, May 9, 2019. Come out to learn all about "Peonies, Discover the Passion". Come and see what Blossom Hill Nurseries have to tell us about their passion for peonies. Hope to see you at the Pineview Free Methodist Church at 7:00pm. There will be refreshments served. • Speaking of gardening. I hope you signed up for Vegetable Gardening for Beginners, happening now through Connections Adult Learning on Fridays from 9:30am to 12:30pm until June 21, 2019. • It is time to look at our skies! All are welcome to the Sky Gazing Pad on Highway 506 on May 11, 2019. This is International Astronomy Day. Come out and learn about “Our Moon, its history, topography and behaviour.” This is the last call for Mars in the evening sky this year! See you at dusk with your lawn chair and mug of tea! • Did you know Bishop Lake Outdoor Centre has been in business for twenty years? Bob and Allison are celebrating this milestone achievement with a celebration on May 11, 2019, with a free BBQ from 12pm to 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 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 Sat, May 18, 2019, beginning at 8:30am. The Lions are hoping you have items to donate. They will be accepting your donations from 1-4pm on Fri, May 17, 2019 at the Lions Hall in Northbrook. The canteen will be open for you to grab a coffee, juice, and muffin to munch on while looking at the treasures and/or to take with you to the next yard sale. All money raised helps the Lions serve the community. If the weather cooperates, look for the sale outdoors. If it rains, come on in to do your shopping. For more information, call Lion Red at 613-336-8011 or Red61emond@yahoo.ca. • The Cloyne and District Historical Society also has a mammoth sale lined up May 18th, and the Barrie Hall in Cloyne starting at 9am. Items for sale can be dropped off at the hall on Fri, May 17th from 9am to noon. Note – this is a no clothes yard sale. • The Plant Sale for the Garden Club is coming up on May 25th, so be sure to mark your calendars. We thank all of you who come out every year to support us by buying those special plants & vegetables at great prices. If you have some clumps of perennials that need to be divided, let us know and we’ll make arrangements to come & thin them out and put those donations into our plant sale. The money we raise each year helps us to continue on with our programs and help to spread the beauty of flowers throughout our community. For more information, contact demiller@live.ca. • It's that time of year to spring clean, and what could be a
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• The Denbigh Recreation Committee invites you to a wine tasting on Sat, June 15th, 7pm at the Denbigh Hall. The event will be hosted by an Arterra Wines Canada winemaker from the Niagara region. Tickets are $15. To reserve your tickets, call Al or Cheryl Harvey 613-333-2291 or Bev Chaisson 613-333-9852. Deadline for ticket purchases is May 31. • 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 613-336-8934 for more information South Frontenac Garden Tour to return in July • Nona Mariotti started up the South Frontenac Garden Tour last year as a kind of experiment. • Would gardeners be willing to open up their gardens for people to come and see? Would people want to come out to see the beautiful gardens. • The answer to all those questions was a resounding yes, and so the second annual garden tour is now in the planning stages. 7 gardens are already lined up for this year, including some new ones, and Nona is looking for four or five more to make the tour bigger than the one last year. • “People aren’t going to visit 12 gardens in one day, but they do like variety and they also like to explore different geography,” Nona said. • She is particularly interested in attracting some gardens in the Perth Road and Buck Lake regions to add a different dimension to the tour. • “We have some wonderful locations line up, and we are still looking for more , but we would like to go further north as well,” she said. • The tour is scheduled for July 7 from 9m to 3pm and it is only the grounds of properties that are part of the tour, not the houses themselves. • “Last year it was a great experience for the visitors and hosts alike, a chance to share information and the joy of gardens. We keep the price to the public low, only $10, and all of the proceeds go to Southern Frontenac Community Services.” • If you have a garden to share, contact Nona at 613-893-2015 • .
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• Euchre Fun Night, May 11 at the Harrowsmith S and A Hall, beginning at 7pm. Light refreshments, prizes and a cash bar. Cost is $5 per person. To RSVP, call Marilyn 372-0917. • Ole Tyme Fiddlers Open Mic, May 12 from 1-5pm at the Golden Links Hall. Dinner to follow. Please bring a dessert to share. Cost is $10. For details, call 372-2417. • The summer opening of The South Frontenac Museum will be May 18 from 1-4pm at 5595 Road 38. The theme of this year's exhibit is South Frontenac from 1900-1929, before, during and after the Great War. The Museum will be open Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday afternoons. Admission is by donation and all are welcome. Call 376-3027 ext 2600 for information or visit http://SouthFrontenacMuseum.ca or https://www.facebook.com/SouthFrontenacMuseum/. • The Golden Links Hall will be hosting a Turkey Dinner on May 19 from 4:30-6pm. Cost is $15. Call 372-2410 for details. • A community yard sale will be held at the Harrowsmith S and A Club, May 25 from 8am-2pm. Free BBQ. Table rentals for members $5 and non members $10. Please contact Marilyn at 372-0917 or email mgoodberrysanda@gmail.com. • Also at the Golden Links Hall: a Bull Head Fish Fry, May 25 from 4:30-6pm. Cost is $15. For information, please call 372-2410. • Words to live by: The greatest pleasure in life is doing things that others said you could never do. Have a great week.
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• Allan and I enjoyed a great church lunch in Napanee recently, with folks from here at home: Jessie Detlor-Sajevec, Shirley Conner and Lorraine Shorts. We talked over the good old days. • This Sunday, May 12, Harlowe Wesleyan Church will feature guest speaker Maria Kari for a special Mother’s Day worship presentation at 11am. Maria will share childhood experiences of growing up on a mission ship with her missionary parents in S.E. Asia, and her Christian journey. Light pot-luck lunch follows and all are welcome. • Our trappers are busily filling in their trapping reports for the Fur Managers Association. • Henderson United will once again host their annual cemetery service on site on Sun. June 16 at 2pm with student clergy, Cheryl McMurray, officiating. Chairs are provided and will be set up under the shade tree. All welcome. Folks are refreshing grave flowers in preparation. Please set the date aside. • Hope that by the time this comes out our pot-holes are filled in and also that good weather has come. We are not looking forward to the black flies- hope it’s a short season.
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• VON Exercise Class at the Storrington Centre Tuesday & Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 am. • Wild Turkey Hunting season now on. Northway Home Hardware in Inverary has Turkey licences, hunting supplies and tickets for the Turkey Hunting Contest! • Soulful Singing! final session on June 7th 7-9 pm. 5339 Battersea Rd. Call 613-353-2889 for more info. • Let’s Talk Turtles Thurs, May 9 from 7-8:30pm 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. A few tickets still available for 3pm. sitting. Tickets - $15. Call Shirley at 613-353-2257. • Spring Craft Sale on May 11 from 9am till 2 pm at Perth Road Sunday School Hall in Perth Road Village. Local Artists, Hobbies, Crafts, and Baking - Something for Everyone - Free Admission! • Community Youth Dance sponsored by Storrington Lions Club Fri, May 17 from 7 to 10 pm. for grades 5 to 8. Cost $5. Music, Canteen & Adult Supervision. • Garage Sale! Inverary United Church Sat, May 25th from 9am-2pm. Bargains for all and a Bake Table of goodies! Donate gently used items for the sale. Call Michelle 613-3536483. • Music of Newfoundland Enjoy Chris Murphy in concert at Battersea United Church on Sunday May 26 at 7 pm. Free will offering. • Storrington Stingers Family Fun Day – Craft & Vendor Sale Sat, May 25 at Storrington Public School. Cost – Family - $20, Adult - $5, Child (2-12) $2. Barbecue from 11am to 1pm. • 3 Pitch 3 Chords Spring Fling A family event at Ken Garrett Park June 1 & 2. Tickets $35 for weekend pass. 16 and under free. Local vendors spaces available – call Lesley at 4831839 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 18 to sell! Tickets available at Inverary Beer Store. Help us build new accessible washrooms. • Brass Point Bridge now open.
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• A full house for volunteer appreciation night at St. James Church on April 29th. A wonderful roast beef supper was served to everyone. Just delicious. Thank you to all you wonderful volunteers who give so much of your self and time. Volunteer of the year was Bob Webster. Congratulations, Bob. A well-deserved title. Another great Wed at Seniors Residence with our favourite band, which now has a name. It’s called Roger Hermer and a Heartful of Country. We had the wonderful music of Ron Lemke, Doug Millar and Roger Hermer. Lots of dancing. Even 98-year-old Vietta McInnis had 3 dances. The next Forget me Nots will be May 15th. It will be a surprise because I don’t know who will be there. • Sympathy to the North & Riddell family on the passing of Lyle North. Also, sympathy to the Warren family on the death of Victor. • Get well wishes to Noella Menard. • Host & hostess of Friday’s Coffee Break were Ester & Kip. Lots of coffee and goodies. It was nice to meet my new neighbours who live in Harry Riddell’s homestead. Hi Kyle and Stephene. Welcome to the community. They used to live in London. It’s so nice to have young people move into the community. • Nancy Howell was pleased to attend the swearing in ceremony in Ottawa, when her son-in-law, Fabio Moneta, became a Canadian citizen. He was cheered on by his wife, Angela, children, Sofia, Giacomo, Giuliano and Angela’s aunts, Betty and Joanne. • teer, call Lorie at 278-0216. More about this event in the next news column. • Marilyn Meeks 613-279-3209
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• The Lions Club will have an all you can eat breakfast on May 18 and First Responders eat free. Proceeds towards the Lions Foundation. • Parham United Church will have a fundraiser on May 18, 10-1pm. To rent tables, call Christine Teal 375-6525. There will be a raffle. • There will be a ball tournament on May 31 to June 1 at Verona. This is in aid of Darin Fox. Phone Colin at 561-3565. • The Forget Me Nots met on May 1 with special country music. There was Roger Hermer, Ron Lemke and Doug Millar. • A new resident came to SLRR and her name is Doreen Woods. I used to play cards with her. We wish her all the best. • There will be a spaghetti dinner for $5 at the Oso Hall on May 7 from 5-7pm, sponsored by Community Living. We hope there will be a good turn out. • May birthdays are Maddie Tryon, Thomas Fox, Mary Lynn Lafratta, Mariam Howes, Blake Hawley, Evelyn Gray,Kourtnie Rochfort, Mackenzie Rose, Christian Matson, Mike Hawley, Heather Beattie, Sarah McCallum, Betty Fransworth, and Sharon Price. • We wish all the best to everyone.
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• Our road crews have been extremely busy fixing flood damage and pot holes. Thank you for all the extra work this spring. • Be prepared for a busy day in the village on Sat, May 11. The day starts off with the Spring ATV Run starting at the marina with a dinner at the Community Centre. Also at the hall from 10am to 12noon is the annual fire extinguisher check and the Plant/Seed Sale/Swap. • The Birthday Bash is Wednesday, May 15 at 6:00. Bring a pot luck dish to share and help the May birthday folks celebrate. • We wish all mothers a very happy Mothers Day on Sunday.
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• Baseball season is fast approaching. CFMSA are hosting a coaches meeting this week so you will be hearing very shortly from your coach • The Lions Club are holding their All you Can Eat Breakfast on Sat, May 18, at OSO Hall in Sharbot Lake, 8-11am, with proceeds going to the Lions Foundation Dog Guide. As a thank you … all first responders will eat for free. • Rural Frontenac Community Services held a volunteer appreciation dinner for all those who help through the year. These diners were "pampered" with a most delicious roast beef dinner with all the trimmings. • The Grade 5/6 class are selling tickets on money prizes make sure you get one as there is only so many sold. • Boy Wonder, a play put on by the North Frontenac Little Theatre Group is on this week - May 9 to 12th. Check the news for times and how to get tickets! • Internment for the late Elsie (McCullough) Giles and Gail McEwen took place last week. • Parham United Church invites you to their a-MAY-zing sale on Sat, May 18th from 10 am to 2 pm. Come out and check out the vendors who have their producs, crafts and Baked Goods etc. There will be a silent Auction/Raffle Table . If you can help out with donations to the Church's bake table and auction/raffle table all donations big and small are appreciated and welcomed. • Sidewalks and roads are looking nice with all the sand and grit from winter sweater plus all the litter that has been picked up by the many amazing volunteers - a big thank you! • In addition to the go fund me for Darrin Fox there is a fundraising ball tournament will be held in Verona on Fri. May 31 and Sat. June 1 in Verona in aid of Darrin Fox, who is well known in our area and has cancer. Please contact the organizer Colin Vandewal- 613-561-5565 to register your team and get all the details. Raffles, 50/50 draw, and many extra’s are planned. • 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. • Yes, we are having our Flea Market at the Parham Ball Field once again on May 19th from 10 am to 2 pm. Please come and bring your own table and sell you stuff … or just come to shop! • Plans are underway for a vendor sale on Sat, May 18 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Parham United Church CE Building. Vendor Tables are $10 each and a donation to the raffle table. The proceeds from the table rental and raffle table will go to the Church. If you are interested in donating to the raffle table please let me know. The tables are almost all spoken for but please plan on coming by to shop and socialize!! • Central Frontenac Fire and Rescue 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 • Happy Birthday to: Doug Whan, Jane Neadow, Suzanne Meulenaar, Brooke Raymond, Nicki Hearns, Kourtnie Rochefore, Joye Wagar-Boals, Mary Raymond, Mason Lowery and Jan MacPherson.
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• Mothers Day Weekend is upon us. Wishing all the Mother’s out there a Happy Mother’s Day. Thinking of those who are without their Mother’s, may you think of a fond memory of Mom to help you through the day. Can’t forget the Furkid Mom’s too, may your fur-babies smother you in love and kisses! • The Sydenham and Area Yard Sale is sure taking off with a good interest. There is offer if you would like to set up at the old beer store (if you are not within the village) at Colin Shelley’s lot. Please contact me for more info. 613-3769848 But ultimately at your own yard would be best. And throw some neon coloured signs up. With that and the Artfest that day the village will be the place to be. • Have you checked out the new Creative Writing program at the Grace Centre yet? If not.. Mon, May 13 from 9-10am and it runs bi weekly. It is open to all community people, and no experience necessary. Share and explore your creative writing side. Who knows maybe we have some hidden authors in our midst and didn’t kno • The Grace Social Activity Centre is hosting the first annual Plant/Seed swap on Thursday May 30th, at 11am at The Grace Hall. This event is a great opportunity to update your gardens and planters for free. The event is open to all community members, the more the merrier. What an awesome way to make our village “Grow!!!” • The Making Strides Walking club gathers every Wednesday at the Sydenham Point parking lot at 8:30am for a one hour walk. Join other walkers to help walk across Canada this summer. They need 5591.62 km walked by September 1, 2019. Call or email Ashley today 613-376-6477 ext. 310 or email to: ashley.bates@sfcsc.ca • Adult day programs are now available at the Grace Centre contact them for more details at 613-376-6477 • Diners Cub is May 15th at the Grace Hall, $11 per person and starts at noon.
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• Enjoy a musical evening at Portland Community Church on Fri, May 10 at 7 pm. Entertainment by Ellis Wolfreys and friends featuring Marilyn Craig and Judy Reynolds. Free will offering. Refreshments. • The Verona Free Methodist Church is hosting the "Good Food Stand" on Wed, May 15th. Time - 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. This month shoppers will be asked to complete a short electronic survey. This will assist the KFL&A Health Board to determine if they are meeting the needs of users in the Verona area. Also, to decrease the use of plastic bags please bring your own tote. • Style Revival, the free clothing boutique, is fully stocked for spring and summer. Come early as it opens at 10am. • First market day for the Frontenac Farmers' Market will be on Sat, May 18. from 9 am to 2 pm. Come see your favourite vendors and meet their exciting new members.
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Traditional music Hall of Fame names 2019 inductees T
he Land O’Lakes Traditional Music Hall of Fame has revised some of its categories this year, and will be holding its first stand alone induction ceremony at the Lion’s Hall in Verona on October 6. Everyone who is a member of the organisation has the opportunity to vote for new inductees each year, from a list of nominees that
is developed by the jury. This year 171 ballots were turned in, and the winners were announced last week.
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This year the entertainer category has been expanded to include three winners, one each from Frontenac, Lennox and Addington and Hastings Counties. The Frontenac inductee is Wayne Eves from Battersea. Wayne is well known
as the house bass player at the weekly Sunbury Jam and at the twice monthly Bedford Jam. The voting in the Frontenac category, which had six nominees, was tight. Both Joey Saunders (Sydenham) and Don Cochrane (Kingston) were only three votes behind. In Lennox and Addington, Yarker’s Barry Calthorpe was selected. Barry was the dobro player in Echo Mountain for many years and now plays with Bill White and White Pine. He will also join his wife Sheila, who joined the hall in 2017 as a songwriter. From Hastings County, the new member will be Sid Prescott from Foxboro, in another close vote. Sid plays pedal steel in the band Heartland, and is also fiddle player and vocalist. In the posthumous category, Tamworth’s colourful
fiddler Don Johnson has been elected. In the songwriter category. Bob Mcquaid from Trenton, who penned the Highway of Heroes song
Barry Calthorpe among many others, is the 2019 inductee. The other nominee in the category was Clarendon Station’s
own Dave Dawson, who finished a close second. In the promotors category, Ellis Wolfreys from Verona was elected. Ellis is a performer as well as the host of a radio program on CJAI FM from Amherst Island that spreads the word about the music scene in Eastern Ontario. Two other people are being inducted this year. Odie Snider from Cloyne will receive the lifetime achievement award, and from Bancroft John Forman is a Directors pick. Tickets have not been printed yet for the induction ceremony and gala performance on October 6, but about one third of them are already spoken for and the Hall of Fame President Bob Taylor said he is certain it will be a sell out. Music lovers are encouraged to get them early, by visit-
Ellis Wolfreys ing the hall of fame website or contacting him directly at 613-336-9633. They are only $10. For more information, go to lolmusichof.ca (all photos courtesy of Dave Deacon)
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Roses thrive best in full sun but six hours daily is also satisfactory. The soil should be well drained, with no competition from tree roots. Roses will do well in clay soil or other types, as long as a good amount of organic matter is worked into the soil. Well-rotted manure can also improve the soil as well as peat moss and bone meal. Roses are very heavy feeders and organic matter adds to the moisture retaining quality of the soil. The holes should be dug large and deep enough so the roots can be spread out easily. The union or crown should be at or 5 cm below the surface of the ground. Plant your new rose immediately to keep it from drying out. If you must delay planting, place the rose bush in a bucket of water for a few days. Once roses are established and growing well, top dress with compost and work some granular fertilizer into the soil. Apply liquid fertilizer mixed with water, according to package directions every week until August 1st. Prune at planting time by cutting back the tops, leaving only three strong branches 12-15 cm above the ground. Remove any broken or crossing branches. Roses that receive good nourishment and are well cared for are least prone to disease. Many varieties of roses are available in gorgeous solid
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GREC music workshops take unique (fun) approach I t was hard to tell who was having more fun last Wednesday at GREC — the organizers of the music workshops going on, or the students participating in them. “Teaching is an art form,” said vice-principal Kristin Stevens, the main coordinator of the artistic events. Art finds its way into everything (and) fun is always our focus.” This particular event, made possible by Al Rankin, Blue Skies and Live Wire Music, the Parents Council and an arts grant from the Limestone District School Board, featured about 150 Grade 4-8 students from GREC, Land O’Lakes Public School, Prince Charles Public School and Clarendon Central Public School. The students spent the day rotating through music and instrument-making workshops including flute making, indigenous drumming and song, drum making and acoustic instruments. “The students are making art,” Stevens said. “They’re learning indigenous drumming and the value of arts endeavours.” Judy Montgomery and Pam Giroux led the indigenous drumming/singing workshop. “We’re having loads of fun working with the students,” Montgomery said. “We’re teaching them why we have music — why
people sing. We give thanks to Mother Earth and our connection to the Earth It encompasses the language and gives a sense of peace and well-being.” And to get a sense of what’s involved in making music, students got a chance to make their own instruments. Lily Legacy, who’s been known to create symphonies with nothing more than plastic buckets and enthusiasm, led a drum-making workshop where students made their own “indigenous inspired” hand drums out of tubes used for pouring concrete footings and packing tape. “They’re super cheap,” Legacy said. “And they’re making drumsticks from dowels and hockey tape. It’s a good day.” Over in the wood shop, students were drilling holes in dowels and creating unique flutes. “When I’m not teaching, I’m making music or doing carpentry,” said teacher Julia Schall. “These kids are super engaged.” Finally, students got to spend some time with Teilhard Frost, a fiddler by trade but also a music historian and on this day, he was passing along his knowledge of the not-so-common aspects of acoustic instruments, showing how just about anything can be used to make music.
South Frontenac Garden Tour to return this July
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ona Mariotti started up the South Frontenac Garden Tour last year as a kind of experiment. Would gardeners be willing to open up their gardens for people to come and see? Would people want to come out to see the beautiful gardens. The answer to all those questions was a resounding yes, and so the second annual garden tour is now in the planning stages. 7 gardens are already lined up for this year, including some new ones, and Nona is looking for four or five more to make the tour bigger than the one last year. “People aren’t going to visit 12 gardens in one day, but they do like variety and they also like to explore different geography,” Nona said. She is particularly interested in attracting some gardens in the Perth Road and Buck Lake regions to add a different dimension to the tour. “We have some wonderful locations line up, and we are still looking for more , but we would like to go further north as well,” she said. The tour is scheduled for July 7 from 9m to 3pm and it is only the grounds of properties that are part of the tour, not the houses themselves. “Last year it was a great experience for the visitors and hosts alike, a chance to share information and the
“I picked some grass in the front yard of the school to show kids how to make notes blowing through it,” he said. “You don’t need anything other than what’s always been around to make music. You can be a drummer without a drumset.” Frost said he showed the students the
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in Memoriam HAWLEY Keith Ormond 1929 - 2017 In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and greatgrandfather, who was taken from us suddenly on May 11, 2017. We see his face in the stars at night We hear his voice in the wind, His gentle hands are guiding us Until we are together again. Sadly missed and forever loved. Wife-Irene, Robert, Beverley, Bryon and families HAYES In Memory of Fern Hayes January 8, 1948 to May 5, 2011 We Miss You... So much it hurts But when we think of all our memories together We feel incredibly blessed... We Love You, until Forever Love Bill & family
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We missed you today, We will miss you tomorrow, With tears in our eyes, And our hearts full of sorrow . We will hold on to our memories Of the great times we had And grieve for what we lost, But grateful for what we had! Forever loved, Jim, Debbie & Family
Leonard, Roy In loving Memory of our dear, Husband, Dad and Pop, who left us on April 30, 2017: Not for yourself but for others you lived, Not to receive but only to give. A special husband, Dad and Pop, In our hearts a special place A special someone we can’t replace. Sad are our hearts that love you silent are our tears that fall, Living life without you Is the hardest part of all. May the winds of love blow softly and whisper for you to hear, That we will love and remember you and forever keep you near. Forever loved and sadly missed by your loving wife Ginny, daughters Rozanne, Kim and Kelly and families.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Clifford Irvin Boomhower - Peacefully, at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home on Friday, May 3, 2019. Son of the late Austin & Mabel Boomhower. Pre-deceased by his brother Sandford Boomhower and his sister Viola Martin. Clifford will be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. The family will receive friends at the Milestone Funeral Center, Northbrook on Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 12-1:30pm. A Celebration of Life will follow in the Chapel at 1:30pm. Interment at Northbrook Cemetery. Friends desiring may contribute in his memory to the Pine Meadow Nursing Home. Online condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.milestonefuneralcenter.com.
Offering many brands at Very competitive prices Also Offering: • Off Season Tire Storage • No Drip Oil Rust Proofing • Winshield Installation Open Monday to Friday 8-5 Saturday - Call for Appointment
our caps to this wonderful resource that has put Battersea on the map. We play on these lakes, we guide on these lakes, and we offer a home away from home for those lucky enough to have found us. Come play, stay and enjoy Battersea’s best! Any feedback, edits or suggestions for the sign at the park are welcome and they can be sent to me via this email address (amandapantrey_48@hotmail.com) or by phone at 613-483-1176.
Arden column - continued from page 5 • the Silent Auction Table, please call Kathy Barr at 613-335-5500. • Kids Klub and the Kennebec Rec Committee will be hosting a Fundraising Pike Derby. This is the 2nd annual derby and is always well attended. Tickets are $10.00 per person. If you are not a fishing type person, Kids Klub would still appreciate your support by buying a ticket. There are many prizes for non-fishers. The derby
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The Treasure Trunk Second Tyme Around Clothing
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613-279-2113 New Location! Extended Hours Mon, Tue, Thu Fri- Sat: 9am-3pm.
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Egg Raffle until the end of May. Great prizes to be won! For furniture drop off, please call ahead. 279-2113 ask for Janet.
Open burning of garbage is against the law in Ontario and under the Fire Code will result in fines for individuals for each charge up to $50,000 and $100,000 for business.
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Burning garbage such as plastic, cardboard, paper products, and cans in a backyard barrel or incinerator: • Releases pollutants that can trigger respiratory illnesses, angina, headaches, eye and skin irritations, cancer and other harmful effects. • Creates a fire hazard. • Wastes valuable resources that could be recycled into new products. • It’s against the law!
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To find out more about burning laws call Central Frontenac Fire & Rescue or visit our website at www.centralfrontenac.com. To find out more about local recycling and disposal options, call Central Frontenac Public Works or visit our website at www.centralfrontenac.com.
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NEW AND USED APPLIANCES USED REFRIGERATORS
Stoves, washers, dryers, freezers, dishwashers. 3 months old and up. Sold with written guarantees. Fridges $100 and up.
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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
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
FOR RENT
1 BDRM APT. recently decorated, partially furnished. Suits single person. $800/mth all inclusive. 1st and last required. Avail June 1. 613-335-4426 SMALL 2 BEDROOM HOUSE in Arden. $650 plus utilities, available June 1st. First and last and references required. 905-961-2513
FOR SALE
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
HELP WANTED
LAND O’LAKES LODGE on Crotch Lake looking for full time cook. Reply to Laura landolakeslodge@gmail.com or 613-279-2530 LOOKING for an individual 4 consecutive hours every two weeks $15 per hr. May to October 31st to assist with residence gardening in the Village of Arden. Must have some experience and a good work ethic please forward information to hboreilly@sympatico.ca ROOFING LABOURER. Experience an asset. Must have own transportation. Call Todd Gursby 613-278-1300 and leave a message. 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.
HANDYMAN, WILL REPLACE SINKS, taps, toilets, any other jobs, cottage closures and carpentry. Please call Albert 613-374-2079 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. PUMP REPAIR: Licenced well technician on staff with 10 years experience. Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613-374-2851 ROOFING, SHINGLES – STEEL, 30 years experience, serving Elphin, Snow Road, Sharbot Lake & area. Contact Todd Gursby for estimates, 613-278-1300 SCOTTY’S LANDSCAPING and Building Maintenance. 613-336-3173 WATER PUMP REPAIR and Service. UV Disinfection and Filtration, Water Softeners. MOE Licensed Well Technician. Over 27 yrs experience. Asselstine Hardware 613-3743400 WEDDINGS ETC: Ceremonies by Judie Diamond, licenced officiant. judiediamond@ gmail.com, www.judiediamond.ca, 613-3756772.
TOWING
B’S RADICAL RIDES Towing & Recovery. James Mills owner/operator. 613-335-5050; website: bsradicalrides.ca
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ANYTHING METAL FREE PICKUP: fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, ‘anything metal’ & electronics. Call 613-375-6377, leave message.
Regarding the Township of North Frontenac Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review The Council of the Corporation of the Township of North Frontenac will be holding a second Public Meeting on May 31, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Clar-Mill Community Hall, 6598 Buckshot Lake Road, Plevna, Ontario. The Purpose and Effect: In Spring 2018, the Township of North Frontenac initiated the Comprehensive Zoning By-law Review. The Zoning By-law controls the use of land within the Township, including permitted uses and required standards. The public meeting is to provide an opportunity for the public to review the final draft of the proposed Zoning By-law and for Council to receive comments from the public in a formal setting. The proposal affects all lands within the Township of North Frontenac. Public Consultation: Anyone may attend the public meeting and make a verbal statement, and/or submit comments in writing, either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning Bylaw. Additional Information: Is available during regular office hours at the Municipal office or on the Township website at www.northfrontenac.com/en/open-forbusiness/zoning.aspx. For more information about this matter, including information about preserving your appeal rights, contact the undersigned.
Lowest or any proposal submission may not necessarily be accepted. The Township reserves the right to cancel the Request for Proposal at any time up to the notification of Award.
Dated this 6th day of May, 2019.
Submissions shall be submitted to the undersigned, on the prescribed form, in a sealed package, clearly identifying the document as: “RFP No. 2019-06 Walk Around Rescue, 4 Wheel Drive Truck, 2019 Model Year” on or before 2:00 PM local time on Friday, June 14, 2019.
Tara Mieske Clerk/Planning Manager 613-479-2231 Ext. 225 clerkplanning@northfrontenac.ca www.northfrontenac.com
Cheryl Robson, A.M.C.T. Chief Administrative Officer Township of North Frontenac 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario K0H 2M0
Part of Oak Avenue, Plan 1113, located within Lot 15, Con 11 Olden, being Part of PIN 36225-0413 (MacKay)
D & G Total Home Improvements Fully Licensed & Insured
A Full Construction & Landscaping Company Employment Opportunities Available Now
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
NOTICE OF TENDER Township of Addington Highlands For The Rehabilitation Of Matawatchan Road
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
Please direct any specific inquiries to Eric Korhonen, Director of Emergency Services/Fire Chief at firechief@northfrontenac. ca or (613) 479-2231 Extension 232.
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:
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.
The Township of North Frontenac is seeking proposals from qualified Contractor / Firm(s), for the following:
Proposal documents and the prescribed Submission forms, which include the Minimum Requirements and Specifications, shall be obtained from the Municipal Office, 6648 Road 506, Plevna, Ontario or by email at financialsupport@ northfrontenac.ca
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC
For a map of the property, please visit our Public Notice section of our website or visit the township office.
613-583-0146 ddaawg@outlook.com
RFP No. 2019-06 Walk Around Rescue, 4 Wheel Drive Truck, 2019 Model Year
day is Sat, May 18, with weigh ins and prize display and results held at the Kennebec Community Centre. For information, please call 343-363-8153. If you are in Arden and would like a ticket or two, please call or e mail me. • Sat, May 18, at dusk is the annual Victoria Fireworks display. This event is hosted by the Kennebec Rec Committee and it will be the 24th year. The canteen will be open and the admission for this fabulous display is a free will donation at the gate. Bring the entire family for an evening wonderous fireworks, accompanied by appropriate music. • Arden United Church news: Coffee and Conversation continues Thursdays at 10am.
STANDING TIMBER, firewood, pine, cedar, bush lots. Free quotes, cash paid. Call 613279-2154.
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SEALED TENDERS clearly marked will be received by the Township of Addington Highlands at the Flinton office by: 1:30 p.m., local time on Wednesday, May 15th, 2019 For the Rehabilitation of Matawatchan Road for an approximate length of 2.7km, from the roadway’s intersection with Glenfield Road, easterly to the Township boundary. The work includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following: • • • • • • • • •
In-Place Processing of Bituminous Material Trimming of Trees and Bush Earth Excavation and Grading Granular Road Base Earth / Rock Ditching Culvert Installations Surface Treatment Steel Beam Guide Rail Installations Installation of New Traffic Signs
Tender documents may be obtained via the tender service provided by Biddingo, by visiting and searching the Biddingo.com website. Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. If you are interested in receiving further information on this project, please contact the following individuals: ENGINEER Chris Bent, P.Eng Project Manager, Jewell Engineering Inc., 1 – 71 Millennium Parkway Belleville, ON K8N 4Z5 Telephone: (613) 969-1111 Fax: (613) 969-8988 Email: chris@jewelleng.ca
OWNER Brett Reavie Roads and Waste Supervisor 72 Edward Street Flinton, ON K0H 1P0 Telephone: (613) 336-2286 Fax: (613) 336-2847 Email: roadsandwaste@addingtonhighlands.ca
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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. Thu May 9 – Sun May 12 SHARBOT LAKE - THE BOY WONDER 7pm. Granite $10, child 7-12 $5, under 7 free. Betty: 613-479Ridge Education Centre. The North Frontenac Little 5537 Theatre’s production of “The Boy Wonder” will be OMPAH - FIRE EXTINGUISHER DAY, PLANT & presented May 9, 10, 11 and 12 at GREC, 7pm, and SEED SWAP/BUY 10am. Ompah Hall. Contact May 12 at 2pm. Tickets are $16 pp or $10/student Debbie: 613-701-3648 and are available at the SL pharmacy, the Amazing PERTH ROAD - SPRING CRAFT SALE 9am-2pm. Perth Road United Church. Local Artists, Hobbies, Dollar Store and Cardinal Cafe. Crafts, and Baking - Something for Everyone - Free Thursday May 9 BATTERSEA - LET’S TALK TURTLES 7pm- Admission! 8:30pm. Storrington Centre. Mabyn Armstrong will PLEVNA - OUR MOON, ITS HISTORY, share facts & information about turtles and how to TOPOGRAPHY AND BEHAVIOUR. 9pm. Dark Sky protect their nests. Turtle nest protectors and bat Preserve. This is the last call for Mars in the evening houses will be for sale! Sponsored by the Dog Lake sky this year! See you at dusk with your lawn chair and mug of tea! 1ST dark sky event of the season. Association. Members free. Others $5. Sunday May 12 CLOYNE - LAND O’ LAKES GARDEN CLUB MEETING Pine View Free Methodist Church. Joe or GODFREY - BEDFORD JAM 1pm-5pm. Glendower Hazel Cook from Blossom Hill Nurseries. “Peonies: Hall. $2 donation, entertainers free, Info Joanne 613-374-2242, Joan - 613-374-5477 Discover the Passion” NORTHBROOK - BINGO 6pm. Northbrook Lions HARLOWE - MOTHERS DAY WORSHIP Hall. Sponsored by the Land O’Lakes Lions. Doors PRESENTATION 11am. Harlowe Wesleyan Standard open 6pm, regular games 7pm. Canteen available. Church. Featuring guest speaker Maria Kari for a special Mother’s Day presentation. Light potluck Info: the Lions Toll Road book. SYDENHAM - SUCCESS BY SIX TOUCH A TRUCK lunch follows and all are welcome. 5pm-7pm. Keeley Road Public Works Yard.. Vehicles HARROWSMITH - OLE TYME FIDDLERS OPEN and activities from the OPP, South Frontenac Fire & MIC 1pm-5pm. Harrowsmith Golden Links Hall. Rescue, South Frontenac Public Works and Frontenac Followed by dinner. Cost: $10. Please bring a dessert Paramedic Services. BBQ with hot dogs and sausages to share. Info: 613-372-2410. PARHAM - MOTHERS DAY CELEBRATION by donation. Proceeeds to the United Way. 11:30am. Parham United Church. All welcome. Info: Friday May 10 HARTINGTON - CONCERT WITH ELLIS WOLFREYS 613-279-2245 Monday May 13 AND FRIENDS 7pm. Portland Community Church. Featuring Marilyn Craig and Judy Reynolds. Free OMPAH - NORTHERN 5 DINERS Ompah Hall. A will offering, light refreshments to follow. (note - Jon delicious home cooked meal $12 per person. Join Mclurg was to perform as as well, but he is not able us for great food, good company and more! RSVP to Rural Frontenac Community Services at 613-279to make it. He sends his apologies.) PLEVNA - SPAGHETTI DINNER 5pm-6:30pm. 3151. Clarendon Central Public School. Cost by donation, Tuesday May 14 silent auction. Come out and help support our kids NORTHBROOK - EUCHRE NIGHTS 7pm. SHARBOT LAKE LEGION SUPPER 5:30pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. Sponsored by the Land Mothers Day Seak BBQ. Legion opens at 3:30pm for O’Lakes Lions. There is a euchre tournament every socializing, supper at 5:30pm. Cost: $12. fourth Friday beginning at the same time! Coffee, sandwiches and dessert. Prizes. Info: the Lions Toll Saturday May 11 BOLINGBROKE - ABC TO Z YARD SALE Road book. FUNDRAISER 9am-4pm. ABC Hall. New-to-you Wed May 15 – Sat May 18 items on sale outside - artisans, crafters and local PARHAM - A-MAY-ZING YARD SALE 10am-2pm. vendors inside. For info on renting space, log on to Parham United Church. Vendors, crafts and Baked www.abchall.ca or contact Lynne at 613.273.8834. Goods etc. Silent Auction/Raffle Table . If you can FLINTON - SEASON OF SPRING LUNCHEON help out with donations to the Church’s bake table 11am. Through the Roof Ministry Centre. With the and auction/raffle table all donations big and small theme of, ?But encourage one another daily, as long are appreciated and welcomed. as it is called ?Today?, so that none of you may be Wednesday May 15 hardened by sin?s deceitfulness.? OMPAH - BIRTHDAY BASH 6pm. Ompah Hall. HARROWSMITH - EUCHRE FUN NIGHT 7pm. Celebrating everyone with a birthday this month. Harrowsmith Social & Athletic Club. $5./person. For Potluck and Live Music. Info - Marily 613-479-2855
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Hwy 38 Verona (613) 374-2112 SHARBOT LAKE - GREC TALENT SHOW 6:30pm. Granite Ridge Education Centre. Cake/pie auction at 6:30, show at 7:00. $3 admission (children under 6 free). For more info, call 613-279-2131. SYDENHAM - DINERS CLUB 12pm. Grace Hall. $11 per person, call 613-376-6477 to reserve VERONA - GOOD FOOD STAND 10:30am-12:30pm. Verona Free Methodist Church. Also Style Revival opens at 10am.
$10 in advance. Sponsored by Kennebec Rec Committee. CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE 4pm. May 18 & 19 at Fogarty Hall, Westport Rd. 4-6 Saturday and 10-12 Sunday. CLOYNE - MAMMOTH YARD SALE 9am. Barrie Hall. The Cloyne & District Historical Society will hold its annual Mammoth Yard Sale. Donations are welcome and can be dropped off on Friday from 9am to 11am, but please note: no clothing items. Thursday May 16 MOUNTAIN GROVE - LAND O’ LAKES FUN FAIR GRIFFITHS - HAM SUPPER 5pm. St. Andrew’s 5pm. Land O’ Lakes Public School. Everyone is United Church. Ham supper with all the trimmings and pies. 5-7pm. Cost: adults $15, children 6-12 $7, welcome! NORTHBROOK - BINGO 6pm. Northbrook Lions 5 & under free. Hall. Sponsored by the Land O’Lakes Lions. Doors HARROWSMITH - SF MUSEUM SUMMER open 6pm, regular games 7pm. Canteen available. OPENING 1pm. South Frontenac Museum. The theme of this year’s exhibit is South Frontenac from Info: the Lions Toll Road book. 1900 to 1929, before, during and after the great war. Friday May 17 ELPHIN - YARD & BAKE SALE 2pm. Elphin The museum will be open Sat, Sun and Wednesday afternoons from 1-4. All welcome. Admission by Presbyterian Church. May 17 & 19, 2-6pm. HARLOWE - OLE TYME FIDDLERS 7:30pm. Harlowe donation. For more info, call 613-376-3027 x 2600. Hall. Prizes, lunch, $6 non-members, all welcome, NORTHBROOK, BISHOP OUTDOOR CENTRE 20TH ANNIVERSARY 10am. Free BBQ, giveaways. players, dancers, listeners and newcomers. INVERARY - COMMUNITY YOUTH DANCE 7pm- PIE SALE 4pm. May 18 & 19, Fogarty Hall, Westport 10pm. Storrington Lions Hall. For grades 5 to 8. Cost Rd. Sat 4-6 & Sun 10-12. Catholic Women’s League. $5. Music, Canteen & Adult Supervision. PLEVNA - JACK’S JAM 1pm-5:30pm. Clar-Mill Hall. Sat May 18 – Tue May 7 SHARBOT LAKE - ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST Pot Luck Dinner. Great music, dancing and delicious 8am-11am. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). food. All welcome. Last Jam until September 21 Sharbot Lake and District Lions breakfast. Adults $8, SYDENHAM - COMMUNITY YARD SALE 8am-4pm. children 6-12 $4, under 6 free. In support of Lions Rain or shine - in and around the village Sunday May 19 Foundation Dog Guides. First responders will eat HARROWSMITH - BUFFET DINNER Harrowsmith free. Golden Links Hall. Turkey or Beef Dinner - alternates Sat May 18 – Wed May 8 SHARBOT LAKE - SHARBOT LAKE FARMERS monthly. $15 a plate. All welcome. info 613-372MARKET 8am-1pm. Sharbot Lake Beach. Opening 2410 PARHAM - FLEA MARKET 10am-2pm. Parham day of the season. VERONA - FRONTENAC FARMERS MARKET Ball Field. Please come and bring your own table and 9am-2pm. Prince Charles Public School. Opening sell you stuff or just come to shop! Tuesday May 21 day of the season. Come see your favourite vendors BOLINGBROKE - COMMUNITY HOME SUPPORT and meet their exciting new members. DINERS LUNCH 12:30pm. Althorpe Bolingbroke Saturday May 18 ARDEN - KENNEBEC RECREATION COMMITTEE Community Hall (ABC Hall). 3rd Tuesday of the ANNUAL VICTORIA DAY FIREWORKS 9pm. month, 12:30pm. If you’re 50+, join us for a hot, Kennebec Shores. Kennebec Recreation Committee nutritious meal and pleasant socializing. Reservations annual Victoria Day fireworks at Kennebec Recreation required. Info: Charlotte Thompson 613-272-5560, Park, Arden - behind the post office. Candies, Jean Cooke 613-279-1217. Wednesday May 22 popcorn. Free-will offering. Contact 613-335-3186 or NORTHBROOK - STUDY GROUP ON WOMEN wmharrison067@gmail.com ARDEN - PIKE FISHING DERBY 2pm. Kennebec OF THE BIBLE 9:30am. Land O’ Lakes Emmanuel Hall. Kids Klub fundraising event. Weigh-in from United Church. Everyone is invited to this discussion 2-7pm. Kids and adult division cash prizes. Tickets: group.
Alzheimers Society celebrates rural success
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ot so long ago KFL&A Alzheimer Society only operated out of Kingston. Wisely we were recognized as remotely located and in need of access to service within our own area. Magic sometimes happens. The Land of Lakes Lions Club quickly gathered and converted an abandoned basement room in their hall into a modern functioning office for us. All accomplished voluntarily. We can't thank you enough. Little more than a year later, we have some achievements to brag about. During volunteer week in April, a volunteer appreciation event was attended by folks who care. There were 42 of the 66 volunteers in attendance, Lions Club, the Forget Me Nots, the Golden Girls, the Old Pharts Club, Knitters/ Crocheters, Roger Hermer representing his band of musicians and some individual people who help out. The Cloggers entertained us with lively music and dance and a lovely lunch was set out. The program included brain exercises, a short video of the year's Al-
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zheimers related volunteering and an emotional discussion with current caregivers of loved ones. One feels so helpless in a situation where the caregiver desperately needs support yet it is not a realistic option. In most cases the patient rejects unfamiliar persons and becomes agitated by the mere suggestion of a visit. The caregiver needs a break but daren't step away lest needed. The patient tends to be frightened and confused knowing that changes are happening, that control is slipping away. This is as much of a challenge to the Alzheimer Society as the disease itself. Some progress in diagnosis has been made over the years but a cure is illusive. Treatment, medication and stimulation help minimally and only in the early stages. The volunteer groups are wonderful at providing stimulation. Giving freely of their time to visit Pine Meadow Nursing Home and the Sharbot Lake Seniors Residence with music, dance, singing, crafts and conversation. It's uplifting to watch foot tapping, hand clapping and even singing along from patients. When guided through crafts, proud smiles of accomplishment are all the thanks needed. At Christmas, twiddle muffs made by volunteers were distributed to elderly folks in the area. These provide idle fingers with fidget soothing shapes and textures as well as warmth. The afternoon wrapped up with a ball of yarn, a very large circle of volunteers, symbolizing a web of support, demonstrating how we are all connected and needed to keep our Community healthy. We said our good-byes to the song “ I think you’re wonderful.” Our branch of the Alzheimer Society is capably operated by Pam Lemke, who organized and directed the volunteer groups and who hosted and planned the Volunteer
Appreciation Event. You can contact Pam and join her amazing volunteer family or for support on your journey. 1-800-266-7516 ext 701 or plemke@alzking.com
The empathy effect
In health care, as in all human interactions, people hold ideas and feelings about others that may involve judgement, demonstrate stigmas and reflect bias, which is harmful for all people. And more so for those who are most vulnerable in our society. If you’re interested in countering bias to improve health care outcomes, then consider taking the Empathy Effect workshop. This workshop is appropriate for a wide variety of health care audiences, including medical, dental, mental health and government agencies. It’s a 4.5 FREE training, in a fast paced, highly interactive workshop that combines opportunities for self-reflection and practical skill building, in a small group setting. It includes refreshments, a text book, and an accreditation certificate. It will be help at the Pine Meadow Nursing Home, 124 Lloyd Street, Northbrook, Ont. This workshop is being provided in partnership with the Alzheimers Society, the Kingston Community Health Centre and Pine Meadow Nursing home. May 28, 2019 starting at 11:30-4:00 For more information about this workshop, please call Pam Lemke 1-800-266-7516 ext 701. Space is limited, so register early with Melissa 613336-9120 ext 239.
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When Sharon met Kari
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ebruary 2017 - This story began when Sharon was referred to Sandy, coordinator of the Hospice Palliative Care Program at Southern Frontenac Community Services. When Sandy met Sharon and her husband Dale, Sharon had been struggling with COPD since 2005 and her shortness of breath was increasing to the point where she needed constant oxygen. Despite the oxygen, her shortness of breath was worse with any exertion. Whenever Dale had to leave the home Sharon became anxious and that caused more difficult breathing. Sandy offered to match her with a volunteer who could provide some companionship for Sharon, someone other than family or health care workers. Sharon thought that having a volunteer would be a good option to explore, her husband Dale was open to the program, so a volunteer was selected to visit with Sharon. “I didn’t know what to expect at the beginning,” said Sharon. Once Sharon and Kari met, it was clear that they were going to become friends. They were comfortable with each other right away.
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Kari recalled: “At our first meeting, we made a list of things we could do together to fill the time when I would be visiting.” The list included many things, such as watching movies, playing cards, going to Bingo, and “helping with small tasks around the house.” Kari even coloured Sharon’s hair! This was a first for Kari. Sharon quickly came to look forward to Kari’s visits. The pair reviewed that list when they were approached for this article: Kari and Sharon laughed when they looked at the “to do” list of activities. They realized they had accomplished a lot! They have done many things over the two years, and sometimes they sit and talk, depending on Sharon’s energy level. “Kari is always so flexible. She is willing to help with whatever I need.” There have been times when Dale has been away and Kari makes extra visits to help alleviate Sharon’s anxiety. “Kari has had a great impact on my life. Her visits are something to look forward to, different from family. She has become a really good friend. I didn’t expect that; we
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Kari Galasso (left) and client Sharon Frost (right) have become good friends.
TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC THINGS TO DO
LIVING HERE
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.
MAY LONG WEEKEND - CHANGES TO GARBAGE COLLECTION Regularly scheduled garbage collection for Monday, May 20th will be picked up on Tuesday, May 21st. There are NO other changes to the garbage collection schedule. There are NO changes to recycling collection over this holiday. Green Bay WDS will be open Friday, May 17th from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm then begin its Summer Hours: Sundays - 12:30pm - 4:30pm Fridays - 8:30am - 12:30pm The Loughborough WDS will be closed on Monday, May 20th. WISHING YOU ALL A SAFE AND FUN START TO A WONDERFUL SUMMER AND PLEASE REMEMBER TO RECYCLE
TOWNSHIP SWIM & DAY CAMP REGISTRATION Registration for the Township run Swim and Day Camps is now open!!! 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. Please note that the Recreation Office is now located at our Public Works Offices at 2490 Keeley Rd, Sydenham, 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 • Committee of Adjustment – May 9th, 2019 at 7:00 pm • Committee of the Whole – May 14th, 2019 at 7:00 pm • Council Meeting – May 21st, 2019 at 7:00 pm
News & Public Notices 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.
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!
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.
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- 7:30PM 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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Conference kick starts a new era for tourism operators by Jeff Green hen the Land O’Lakes Tourist Association (LOLTA) folded at the end of 2017, it left a vacuum of sorts in the region, one that has partly been taken up by the Frontenac County Economic Development Department and by the two regional tourism organisations that are active in Frontenac County. The northern part of the county falls within the catchment area of the Pembroke based Ontario Highlands Tourism Organization. But without a memberbased organisation such as LOLTA, a new generation of tourism operators have not had as much of an opportunity to work together as the fishing and hunting lodges in the past, who formed LOLTA in the 1940’s. One of the first initiatives of the Sharbot Lake Business Group, which was formed last fall, was to look at the tourism sector in the region. One of the business group’s members, Greg Rodgers of the Rockhill B&B in Sharbot Lake, chaired a steering committee that decided to put together a one- day conference in order to gather up to 50 disparate tourism related businesses. The conference, which was held on May 4th at Camp Kennebec near Arden, was built around the experiences of key note speakers from Haliburton and Renfrew County, who talked about how they have worked with a disparate group of other local busi-
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nesses to develop a thriving tourist region. That was followed by 5-minute presentations from 5 local business owners who talked about their own experiences and where they see their businesses going. Sarah Hale from Arden Batik who talked about her 40 years experience with the local arts community. Kim Perry who talked about the founding of her Food Less Traveled store in Verona and the agricultural and food community. Sandra White from the Sharbot Lake Country Inn and the Crossings Pub who talked about the evolution f that business over the 7 years since they purchased it. Sarah Nilson from Unusual Acres in Clarendon talked about how, among other ventures, Unusual Acres is developing a Halloween theme as a draw for visitors in late October. Finally, Gord Brown, who is not in the tourism business but was heavily involved in developing the Kennebec Wilderness Trail, talked about how community ef-
Continued from page 11 are a really good match. I would absolutely recommend the program to anyone.” Kari echoed Sharon’s sentiments about the surprise of warm friendship, “That aspect is a real bonus. I knew what COPD was but I have learned about the impact it has on a
Tourism conference participants at Camp Kennebec on May 4th.
forts can tie in to tourism. These presentations set up the meat of the conference, group discussions by tourism sector, an opportunity to talk about common challenges and individual experiences. “One thing that I noticed when looking at some photos of the day, were the number of side conversations, animated conversations, that were picked up at random by the camera,” said organiser Greg Rodgers, in a phone interview after the conference. One of the main goals person’s life. Volunteering with the Hospice Palliative Program is so incredibly rewarding. I would recommend it to anybody who wants to make a difference in another person’s life and get the benefits from helping.” For details about the SFCSC program, see ad below.
of Rodgers and the committee that organised the conference, was to see an ongoing community tourism effort come out of it. At the end of the conference, 17 of the participants committed to attending a follow up meeting where setting up a Rural
Frontenac Tourism Group will be the main item on the agenda. Rodgers said that the response to conference from Nicole Whiting, OHTO Executive Director, and Richard Allen and Alison Vandervelde from the Frontenac County, was ex-
tremely positive “But more importantly, I was pleasantly surprised that there was a much greater sense of desire to keep the ball rolling among the participants than I had ever really imagined,” he said.
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Palliative Care can help improve quality of life for anyone with a life limiting illness, from the time of diagnosis to end of life care for the one with illness and their caregivers, and bereavement support following a death. Trained volunteers provide this service in our community, free of charge. If you or someone you know would benefit from this service, or if you would like to become a volunteer, please connect with Sandy at SFCSC for more details. 613-376-6477 (ext. 308) www.sfcsc.ca/hospice