Vol.19 No. 37

September 19, 2019 Vol. 19, No. 37

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Frontenac Community Arena unveils new ice resurfacer

by Craig Bakay

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he Frontenac Community Arena opened officially for the 2019-2020 season with speeches, recognitions and the unveiling of the arena’s newest addition — a brand new Engo Wolf electric ice resurfacer.

The evening began with Arena Manager Tim Laprade introducing the arena board members as well as the Mayors of the two Townships that jointly own the arena, and local MP Scott Reid, who offered his congratulations as well as some humorous anecdotes.

Laprade then recognized the late Darrin Fox, who, as a driver of the old Zamboni machine, had been looking forward to driving the new one.

“Sadly, this summer, Darrin Fox lost his battle with cancer,” Laprade said. “Darrin spent many hours in this arena, from starting in the canteen in 1999, to working as an arena attendant until 2008. After that, Darrin was our go-to guy whenever we needed help, including working here just this past summer.

“I would like to thank Darrin’s parents, Doug and Heather, along with his children, for your courage in being here tonight. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”

A moment of silence for Fox was then observed.

Laprade also said that Fox will be remembered when-

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They unveiled the new Engo Wolf electric ice resurfacer at Frontenac Arena Friday evening with the mystery sponsor turning out to be the Frontenac Flyers. Pictured from left: arena board members and South Frontenac Council members Norm Roberts and Ray Leonard, South Frontenac Mayor Ron Vandewal, Central Frontenac Mayor Frances Smith, board member and Central Frontenac Coun. Sherry Whan, Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston MP Scott Reid, Frontenac Fury President Lynn Newton, Frontenac Flyers President Al Pixley, board member and Central Frontenac Coun. Brent Cameron and Jim Stinson, who drove the resurfacer onto the ice for the first time. Arena Manager Tim Laprade is in the driver’s seat of the resurfacer.

Satinka Schilling – NDP candidate in LFK riding

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t certainly took a while, but the NDP now have a candidate in the Lanark Frontenac Kingston riding. Satinka Schilling, who was raised on a rural property near Perth in Tay Valley, and now lives in the Town of Perth, was acclaimed to the candidacy at a meeting on Saturday.

She registered with the federal NDP in August, but it

took until last Thursday for the party’s vetting process to be completed.

“It was a long process, even before they got to the stage of vetting my social media, and they went all the way back to 2011.”

Given that Schilling will be turning 24 during the election campaign, that is going back to when she was very young, but she said that the way this campaign has started off, she fully understands the need for caution.

Now that her campaign is underway, she said that she is pleased with the team that has sprung to help her. John Fenik, the candidate from the 2014 election and Mayor of Perth, has come on as her campaign manager. Another former candidate (both provincially and federally) Ross Sutherland is handling her finances. A larger group of women and men from the Perth area are also helping her.

“There are a lot of diverse ages, genders, and sexual orientation among my campaign team, which will be helpful as the campaign unfolds,” she said.

One thing that she had to convince everyone in her campaign about, was her refusal to make use of corrugated plastic signs during the campaign.

“If people want to make signs out of wood or cardboard and put them up that is great, but I decided I will not use plastic signs at all, and I had to convince my team about that, but they are all on board now. I will make it up by using media, social media, print media and canvassing.

She said that her motivation for running comes from a sense that political discourse in Canada is focussed on an urban reality, and that the perspective of someone from a rural background, who comes from a low income

by Jeff Green

family, is missing. She was drawn to the NDP because “the party represents inclusivity and the lower income side of the population. In Perth there are many seniors and I know a lot of older folks who are struggling to survive on a fixed income. I would like to bring a voice to that population as well.”

Satinka Schilling works as a baker at the Perth Pie Company and will be continuing to work full time during the campaign. Nonetheless she said she will attend all 7 of the candidates forums that have been organised during the campaign, including the first one, in Perth on September 19th at the Perth Lions Hall at 7pm. It is hosted by the Lanark Federation of Agriculture.

Among the other meetings is one in Sharbot Lake on September 30, organised by the Frontenac News. A meeting on October 9th at the Verona Lions Hall is hosted by Retired Teachers Federation of Eastern Ontario. (More on meetings on page 9).

Schilling is also a slam poet. She participated in the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word and continues to be heavily involved in the Lanark County Live Poets Society, more in an organising role than a performing role.

“I was one of the few rural poets at the Canadian Festival of Spoken Word,” she recalls, and of a few poets to perform alongside a parent when she performed with her mother Beth.

She said that she knows that her background is mainly in the Perth and Lanark County portion of the riding, but said she is committed to campaigning in all parts of the riding and that her emphasis on rural issues, agriculture and food security should be relevant in all parts of Lanark Frontenac Kingston.

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Remembrance

Paul Pospisil – the garlic guru

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eaders of this paper may have noted that two weeks ago we published a photo from the Verona Garlic festival that included Paul Pospisil. He attended in order to participate in the handing out the Eastern Ontario Garlic awards, one of the many initiatives that he started up as part of his decades long work as a promoter of home grown garlic. In the article that accompanied the photo, it was noted that many had been surprised to see him since he had been ailing. The article did not get into detail, but Paul was not ailing, he was dying from pancreatic cancer.

A week later, we published his obituary.

He died just three days after that photo was taken. The fact that he made it to the Verona Garlic Festival was a testament to his tenacious efforts to promote local agriculture on all levels, from people who grow 100 garlic bulbs a year for personal use, to those who grow 5,000 for sale.

I once attended a garlic summit at Beaver Pond Estates, more as a writer than as a garlic grower, and could tell that Paul took garlic growing pretty seriously, that he was committed to teaching and to trying out different strains to see what can be grown in our local climactic condi-

tions. A lot of his insights were the subject of articles in the Garlic News, which he published with his wife Mary Lou, and in other materials that were produced over the years.

He was pretty exacting about garlic, so much so that a number of people, including some pretty successful garlic growers, were happy to visit him and ask questions online or over the phone, but did not really want him to visit their garlic patch, for fear that it would not live up to his standards I also knew Paul as a stalwart volunteer with the Maberly Fair Board. He showed up in our office semi-regularly with posters and flyers to go in the paper. He was not a man who was shy or insecure with his opinions. He was quick witted as well, and all of that makes for someone who is entertaining to talk to, about any topic. We did not agree politically on a lot of issues, and he often shook his head at the editorial stances I took in the paper, but rather than being offended by them I think he just found them amusing.

“I’m sorry about this because I like you,” I remember him saying, but you couldn’t be more wrong about that.” I don’t remember the issue that he was talking about but

Paul Pospisil at the Eastern Ontario Garlic Awards ceremony on August 31

I remember the tone of the conversation.

He was lighthearted but uncompromising.

He wasn’t that lighthearted when an attempt was made by the Ontario govern-

Ice resurfacer unveiled - continued from page 1 ever ice is made. His name has been added to the back of the new ice resurfacer and a Frontenac Arena jersey with his name on it will be hung in the front lobby.

Awards of recognition ceremonies for Frontenac Flyers and Frontenac Fury presidents Al Pixley and Lynn Newton, for their work in building the successful minor hockey programs in the area.

And then, the moment everyone had been waiting for.

As arena board chair Sherry Whan said: “Lights please!” former arena manager Jim Stinson drove the new machine onto the ice, revealing that the mystery sponsor was the Frontenac Flyers.

“The Flyers purchased the ad rights for $20,000 for five years,” Laprade said, be-

by Jeff Green

“It has quick change blade technology,” he said. “Not only can the blades be removed in minutes rather than the hour and a half it used to take, but it’s also a lot safer and easier for the attendants.

“Also other machines have a flooding bar and towel whereas this one has nozzles that spray pressurized mist that results in a much smoother ice surface.

“It has fewer moving parts, no transmis-

fore extolling the virtues of this new machine.

“It’s electric,” he said. “Meaning no emissions which means we won’t have to run the fans and dehumidifiers as much.

“That means it’s also cleaner and less harmful for everyone in the arena as well as being quieter.

“This machine is only 5 decibels whereas the old one was 80 decibels.”

While the word ‘zamboni’ has become something as a catch all term for ice resurfacers, it’s actually a trademark.

This machine is an Engo Wolf purchased through Joe Johnson Equipment and besides being totally electric, features several other aspects that Laprade said influenced the decision to choose it.

ment to tax him for his small maple syrup shack under “commercial industrial” instead of agricultural. He fought that pretty hard and eventually they backed down, certainly over small scale syrup operations like his.

Paul Pospisil was one of the people that make this area an interesting place to live.

With his wife, Marylou, he made the most of a beautiful piece of land that does not fit neatly into either the category of agricultural or recreational, and worked with his neighbours and with a national network of lovers of the stinky rose, and participated in community life on his own terms.

We know only aspects of people that we meet, and Paul Pospisil had a vast set of family and community connections that I know nothing about, but even with a few dozen interactions, short conversations really, over 20 or so years, you get an impression, a sense of the person.

Like most of us who live here for long enough, whether we were born here or came later, Paul eventually became what I like to call “local colour”.

And there is a bit less colour locally now that he is gone.

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He said they expect to get 20 years out of it.

Cost for the new machine is in the $160,000 range, he said, not including taxes.

He also said that Hydro One gave them a $3,000 grant towards the new machine and W. A. Robinson in Sharbot Lake donated $1,000.

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Sydenham resident talks to county about bringing rail cars to trails SINCE 1970

by Jeff Green

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ydenham’s Matt Trousdale has an idea and he is casting about to see if it has legs.

Trousdale heard a couple of weeks ago that some rail cars from Upper Canada Village are being “divested of” by the St. Lawrence Parks Commission. The commission is accepting proposals from interested parties with a preference for those that are prepared to take on most or all of the rolling stock that makes up the display.

They include a locomotive, a baggage/refrigeration car and a passenger car.

He thought the collection of cars may have a future use as features at the trailheads on the K&P trail in Harrowsmith and Verona, and somewhere in Sydenham along the Cat Trail as well. His first thought is to use them as tourist information booths.

He appears before Frontenac County Council this week to see if her can get a letter of support to go along with a submission to the Parks Commission, which is due in early October.

“I’ll see if they are interested in supporting this,” he said, “and I will follow up with South Frontenac Township as well. I fig-

ured the tourism promotion aspect of the project may appeal to Frontenac County as a whole. It seemed like a logical place to start.”

Trousdale said that he knows there will be a cost to moving the rail cars, but he thinks a bigger hurdle may be the cost of refurbishing them to an appealing state for public use, and the eventual upkeep and operational costs if they are to become public assets in Frontenac County.

“I wouldn’t ask the county to pay for everything, but I would like to see some sort of commitment to look at finances if they see some value in tourist booths, or some other use. I think of it as an interesting opportunity and would like to see if others are interested as well” he said.

The Morrisburg Leader reported on July 22nd that the decision to divest came about after the Parks Commission commissioned a consultant’s report on the cost of restoration of the century old artifacts, which was pegged at $1.1 million.

“While the SLPC [Saint Lawrence Parks Commission] would like to see the train remain in this location, unfortunately, the costs for restoration are simply beyond

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what can be reasonably invested in this asset,” said SLPC chair Bob Runciman in a release from early July.

The SLPC have published a list of requirements for expressions of interest for any group seeking to acquire the artifact.

A bid from Frontenac County for use on trails fits a number of those criteria since they would be maintained in public use and would remain in Eastern Ontario.

There are a couple of gaps, however, which will need to be addressed by October 4, the closing date for expressions of interest. Among the gaps are a budget for the entire project and proof of funding support.

Although the estimated restoration costs for all three of the assets is high, the Parks Commission appears to recognise that a new owner will not necessarily take it all on. The commission only wants to know if a prospective new owner intends to carry out a restoration, indicating they are open to entertaining submissions from prospective owners who will only partially restore the rail cars.

Matt Trousdale appears before Frontenac County Council on Wednesday morning, September 18.

(Editors note – this article was prepared for publication on September 17)

LETTERS Letter re – A tale of two ridings

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am a loyal reader of Frontenac News. It has, and continues, to bring the people of Frontenac county, and beyond, local, detailed, factual news which strengthens our communities. However, allow me to challenge a few points you make in your story entitled “A tale of two ridings”.

First, your “tale” does provide a detailed analysis of the upcoming federal election and provides “pro & con” comment on each candidate and political party. Your comment that the “Greens, if they are smart, won’t do any of that,” (referencing that other parties will be constantly reacting to polling data) is in my humble opinion just wrong. The Greens DO need to provide more details about what they stand for other than their single issue platform of the environment. How about more information about how they will bring pros-

perity to ridings like Lanark, Frontenac, Kingston. What about foreign affairs and a multitude of other issues facing the people of our riding and our nation? And shouldn’t you question why the Greens are projected only to gain a few seats in British Columbia and will have no chance of winning this seat in Lanark, Frontenac, Kingston nor a single seat anywhere else in Canada?

I look forward to more, and ongoing political comment from you because you have mostly provided a balanced, objective viewpoint. I believe all your readers would benefit from more detailed reporting on each of the candidates in our riding. That local slant is what makes the Frontenac News a good read.

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Two weeks ago, in volume 19 no. 35, September 2, on page 10 we published an article entitled Train, Trails and Travel.

The article, which was brought to us by Bill Bowick as part of the promotion for the Trail Day in Sharbot Lake, was mistakenly attributed to Fletcher Young. The article was actually written by Ray Fletcher. We apologise for the error.

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n his editorial, Jeff Green describes Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston as a “secure Conservative riding” and its true that the incumbent has represented the riding for almost two decades But the outcome of any election is not a foregone conclusion. To state that it is amounts to telling citizens – in this case, the citizens who don’t support the policies of the Conservative Party of Canada – that they might as well just not bother voting.

Many of us in Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston recognize that the world is facing a climate emergency – we know that time is running out and that big shifts must be made quickly to ensure the future of the planet and the futures of our children and grandchildren.

For his part, incumbent Scott Reid has endorsed the platform of the CPC as articulated by his party’s leader. “Thin and

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• Dates to put on your calendar: Fri., Oct. 4 – ‘Standard Time’ concert at 7:00; Sat Oct 5 – Meet and Greet with Green Party candidate Steve Kotze from 10am – 12pm.

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Colleen Steele 613-375-6219 Christine Teal mrsteal2u@hotmail.com 613-375-6525 • The Lions Club All You Can Eat breakfast will be on Sept. 21 in support of the Food Bank at the OSO Township Hall. October 4th - Turkey Bingo at the Oddfellow's Hall in Parham right in time to get your Thanksgiving dinner; starts at 6:45. October 19th is the annual harvest auction at the Oddfellow's Hall sponsored by Mayflower Lodge.

New or gently used items are being gratefully accepted.

We'd appreciate any donations of baked or canned goods and home-grown vegetables are also a hit. Come out and enjoy an evening of fun and friendly competitive bidding.

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• November 2nd there will be a craft bake sale at the Oddfellow's hall ... a few small tables are available for rent for your wares ... info Rose 613-279-2852. December 7th is the decadent deals day sale at the Parham United Church CE Centre from 10 to 2 - Local vendors will help you get going on your Christmas shopping!

• Looking for a couple more vendors...if you are interested please let Christine know at mrsteal2u@hotmail.com Villages Beautiful met to review events of the summer and to plan the Festival of Trees which will be held in the Soldiers Memorial Hall in Sharbot Lake December 12-13-14. The theme this year is “A Down Home Country Christmas” • Winds on Friday night and Saturday sure played havoc with the trees and other items not fastened down • Happy 57th Anniversary to Richard and Lois Webster.

• Thoughts and prayers go out to Richard Webster on his approaching surgery.

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• Rev. Oscar Simpson's Community Outreach Event Country Church will be at Verona Pentecostal Church on Friday, Sept. 20. 7 pm. Special Guests: Grassy Fiddle Tyme and Old Hims. Information: 613-374-2178.

• Repair Cafe South Frontenac will be in Bellrock on Sunday, September • 22, from 2 pm to 4:30 pm. Bring your tired and broken small appliances, clothing that needs mending, lamps, clocks, etc. and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. Their Fixers love the challenge of diagnosing and trying to fix things to make them usable again. Coffee, tea, treats will be served while you wait for your repair. Cost to you is simply a free-will offering. This month they have on-site a terrific electronics/software fixer---who can probably help you with simple repairs to your devices and maybe help solve some of those software problems you've been puzzling over. Bellrock Community Hall is a lovely heritage school building nestled in beautiful Downtown Bellrock.

It's only 6 minutes from Verona. If passing through Verona towards Kingston on 38, turn right at the Bellrock sign, then turn right onto Leveque Rd (just past Bellrock Mill Street.) The address is 6034 Leveque Road, on the right.

Bring a friend! All are welcome - Repair Cafe@Frontenac serves all of Frontenac County and beyond. And if you have any useful "fixing" skills, they could happily accept your volunteering for them sometime.

• Portland Community Church in Hartington is having a musical fundraising event on Friday, September 27 at 7 pm. The concert will feature Ellis Wolfreys and Melody Makers.

• Trinity United Church is offering delicious fresh apple pies for your table or freezer. Pies are sold out every year, so be quicki to order. Pre-order for pick-up on Friday September 27. Phone Marilyn @ 374-2694 by Sept 25. At $12 per pie, you can stack your freezer and take a pie to a neighbour!

• The Verona Lions ATV Poker Run will be held on Sunday, October 6. ATV Ride starts approximately 1pm .

Dinner at 5:30pm. Pre-register prior to September 28 for $30.00 or advanced tickets can be purchased online or at; Asselstines Hardware and Verona Rona Hardware stores. There will be no availability for participation after September 28 only pre-purchased / registered will be allowed to participate. Rain or Shine. BBQ Chicken Dinner included. Door Prizes. Run open to ATVs, Side By Sides and legal 2UP ATVs only. Proof of Valid Driver’s License and Insurance required.

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• The Arden Seniors enjoyed their annual hamburger feast last week, with member enjoying a great dinner with lots of fabulous salads and desserts. A special member was recognized for her long serving volunteerism, to the seniors and to Arden. We sadly sang “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow” to Audree Tompkins who will be leaving Arden and taking up new residence at Perth’s Carolina Suites. This gracious little lady will be greatly missed here, but I know she will be making some new best friends, once she gets settled in her new digs.

• Well the 2019-2020 Rural Frontenac Community Service’s Diners program had a fantastic start last Monday with chef Anne Howes serving a wonderful chicken marsala dish with accompaniments. The Frontenac paramedics were also in attendance much to the pleasure of all. As usual, staff informed us of programs available and future events coming to Diners. Next month’s hot lunch is roast

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• The Legion’s Chinese Diner/Auction still has a few tickets left for their dinner Saturday September 21, so get in touch with the branch, but The rec committee’s Italian Night is sold out.

• As with all other summer programs senior ball is coming to a close, but players are already looking forward to the 2020 Season. Thanks Coach Gord Brown for all of your patience and understanding.

• The Arden Legion continues their Friday night BBQ’s.

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• The Friends of Bon Echo sponsored event of “Cycle Bon Echo” at Bon Echo Provincial Park on Saturday, September 28, 2019 has been cancelled.

• Mark your calendars for North Frontenac’s “Back Roads Studio Tour” on Saturday, September 28th and Sunday, September 29, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Our community is very privileged to have so much talent with our many artists and artisans ready to show you their original handmade arts and crafts.

• The Northbrook Dart League will be starting up again on October 21, 2019 at the Lions Community Hall in Northbrook.

Everyone is welcome! The entry fee is $5.00. For more information feel free to ask Kevin or Shawn in the meat department at Foodland.

• All are welcome to “Make do and mend” or if you prefer, knit, crochet, sew, craft or…. every Monday from 2pm to 4pm. at Land O’Lakes Emmanuel United Church at 108 Addington Road #2 in Northbrook. Enjoy the company of others, sip on a cup of coffee, make wonderful conversation and work that’s play.

• Did you receive your gift certificates from Connection Adult Learning? On Mondays from 9:30am to 12:30pm beginning September 30 and running until November 11, there is a free workshop on Quickbooks. You will learn the accounting you need to know to use the program. As well you will learn to set up and navigate Quickbooks and to do everyday financial tasks. You can redeem your gift certificate by phoning 613336-0691 or in person before September 25 at 12497A Hwy 41 Unit 2 in Northbrook. Stay tune for next week to learn about another great gift certificate; this time for a home style cooking course!

• Have you heard about a group of ladies called the Golden Girls? They meet at the Alzheimer's Society office at the Lions Hall every monthto talk about what’s happeningin our community and with the Alzheimer'sSociety. Each month they visit the ladyresidents at Pine Meadow Nursing Home.

This month they are hosting an afternoon tea event, last month it was cocktail hour. They go out for lunch together and this is where they get to know their neighbours and make new friends. All are welcome, if you are interested in joining us please contact Mary at yram@golden.net or Pam at or plemke@alzking.com for more details.

• September is Suicide Prevention Month. Suicide is the 10th biggest cause of death worldwide with 800 000 deaths per year. It is the leading cause of death for men under 50 years of age. Two of the leading factors contributing to suicide are isolation and feeling like a burden. Check in on those around you and listen without judgement.

• Want to see trick or treaters and hand out candy but live on a rural road that no one visits. This event is for you! Trunk Or Treat! Come and join in on the fun at the Flinton Hall parking lot on October 31st from 5:30pm to 7:30pm and hand out your tricks or treats to our community trick or treaters.

Please contact Teri Woods at 613-336-9100 to register. This is the second year for this amazing community event. Last year there were over 150 trick or treaters! With this event being so close to the supper time, the Lions Club of Land O’Lakes will be serving up hot dogs!

• Put November 2 on your calendar and get ready for another amazing craft show at Pine Meadow Nursing Home!

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• Friday, September 20th is Fun Friday at Vennachar Free Methodist Church from 6:30pm-8pm. Bring along your favourite game and a snack to share; tea, coffee and juice is provided. For info 613 333 2318.

• Festival of Small Halls and Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club presents "Cassie & Maggie" at the Lion's Hall, 25991 HWY 41, Griffith on Friday, September 20th. Doors open at 6:30pm, entertainment begins at 7:30pm. Snacks and refreshments will be available to purchase at intermission.

Tickets are $25 each and available online at festivalofsmallhalls.com. Limited tickets so, get yours early! If you have Celtic in your blood, you can't miss this gifted duo! Contact 613-333-1423.

• There will be a Grand Opening of the Lennox & Addington Forest Trails on Saturday, September 28th, 10am at 100 John Street in Flinton. The trails have been created for mountain bikers, so bring your bike and join in the fun! Admission is free. The Flinton Recreation Club will have a BBQ, with all proceeds going to the club. There will also be live music.

For more info visit www.CountyTrails.com or 613-354-4883 ext. 3271.

• On Sunday, October 6th, Vennachar Free Methodist Church will celebrate 125 years of ministry with an anniversary service at 3pm, with special music by Vocal Legacy and speaker Bishop Cliff Fletcher. Following the service there will be a light luncheon. For information contact 613 333 2318, or find us on Facebook. Please note: there will be no morning service on this particular day.

• Denbigh Diners will take place on Monday, October 7th at noon in the Denbigh Hall, with an Oktoberfest meal for just $8. The meals are lovingly made by Land O' Lakes Community Services volunteers. Contact Bev, local coordinator, at 613 333 9852. Take some time to check out the LOLCS website, www.lolcs.com, for a complete list of all the services offered in our area, such as the transportation program, homemaking/home maintenance, foot care and adult dropin(Northbrook). You can reach Marlene Dacuk at 1-613-3368934 or 1-877-679-6636 ext 233 if you have questions about the Transportation program or Denbigh Diners. For info on Meals on Wheels, homemaking/home maintenance, foot care and the Northbrook adult drop in, contact coordinator Lori Cuddy at 1-613-336-8934 or 1-877-679-6636 ext. 229.

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• Cool evening air is a sure sign of fall. Beautiful sunny days are welcome.

• We should be very proud of the Frontenac Arena. It has had a whole new makeover – fresh paint, new ice surface and a new electric zamboni. Public skating and hockey are back! “Go Flyers!” & “Go Furies!” teams.

• Welcome baby, Hudson Bell, son of Dylan and Keirsten Bell. They are visiting from the west and are giving grandparents, Dan and Sandy Bell, a chance to spoil him.

• We are looking for anyone interested in writing for the Harrowsmith column. If you are interested or have news to put in the column, please send to mgoodberrysanda@ gmail.com.

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• I’m so excited to share news of a local musician Mitch Barker who many will have heard playing at music jams and for seniors in our area. He always played a special song for the late Fred and Joyce Smith and now Mitch is signed on to play Ray Price in the “Hank Williams Revisited- the 1950 Tour”. Mitch and the Tour group will be playing all over the area - Picton, Stirling, Collins Bay, Napanee and Deseronto - plus many other spots - so be sure to watch for him. Congratulations Mitch Barker of our area. I know you will do us proud.

• Special get well to fellow reporter Pearl Killingbeck. Also thinking of you to a special young man and family just diagnosed with juvenile on-set diabetes.

• Happy Birthday to Arden’s Keith Steele who celebrated a big birthday recently. Happy Birthday to Myer’s Cave’s Debbie Gaylord-Nowell and also birthday wishes to our former and now retired mail driver Marg Clark. We miss you Marg, however rockin’ Robin is doing a great job for us. Also Happy 50th anniversary to Lorne and Linda (Baker) Deline whose family hosted an anniversary party on their behalf.

• Our own Rebecca Kelsey was home for a few wonderful fall days and it was great to see her on our roads again.

Rebecca just returned from a trip to Ireland and Scotland where she took in all the sights. We miss you in Henderson Rebecca, and are proud of your accomplishments.

• Birds are gathering on the telephone lines - getting ready to fly south. Many area folks are heading south too - closing up cottages and we’re all hunkering down for winter. Wood piling is our big pass-time here, so we can be cosy- cosy for winter. The bears are preparing for their annual teddy bears picnic, deer hunting is on the near horizon and a flurry of baking and reminiscing about the “one that got away” is coming in loud and clear. And for the non-hunters and spouses in terms of get-aways- many are planning them- including shopping, craft/vendor sales! All is well with our world.

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• Elections Canada is looking for help with the upcoming federal election. They need people to work at the advance poll (Oct. 11, 12, 13, 14) and election day (Oct. 21) at Storrington Lions Club Hall. For more information about this paid employment opportunity, visit elections.ca or call Cheryl Bird, Returning Officer for Lanark Frontenac Kingston, at 613-572-1499.

• Community Youth Dances for Grades 5-8 sponsored by Storrington Lions Club resume this week. First dance will be on Friday, September 20th from 7 to 10 pm.

• Annual Tea Party & Quilt Show by the Perth Road Crafters on September 21 from 11 am. to 2 pm. at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cr. Perth Road Village. Enjoy tea, fancy sandwiches and desserts for just $10.00 Browse the quilt display, craft sale, penny auction and bake sale.

Hope to see you there.

• Pork Barbecue Dinner in the Country at Storrington Lions Club Hall in Sunbury on Saturday September 28th.

Two sittings 5 pm. and 6:30 pm. Cost is $15 per person.

Enjoy Pork done on a spit, roasted potatoes, baked beans, coleslaw, buns and homemade dessert. Ages 12 and under half price. To reserve call 353-2257.

• Chris Murphy & Family in Concert with “Songs From Our Summer Trip” at Battersea United Church on Sunday September 29th at 7:00 pm.

• Battersea Pumpkin Festival is Saturday October 5th. This will be its 25th year and your help and support is needed!

An information session for volunteers will be on September 18 from 6 – 8 pm. at the Battersea United Church hall.

For more info contact Michelle Pantrey at 613-572-6213 or michelle_48_8@hotmail.com . We need help under the big top (cookie decorating, crafts and pumpkin carving), kids games, at the pie social, at the haunted house, and with parking and tractor rides. Call Michelle if you can help in any of these areas. Let’s make the 25th our big year!

• Diners Lunch Club in the Glenburnie/Inverary/Storrington area. South Frontenac Community Services holds the lunch on the first Wednesday of every month at Glenburnie United Church at noon. They offer a hot lunch followed by entertainment for $10. Frontenac Paramedics also run a free wellness clinic before and during the lunch.

For details, contact Joanne Silver at joanne.silver@sfcsc. ca or 1-800-763-9610.

• Pumpkin Contests for Kids 12 and under! Did you grow a pumpkin? If so bring it to the Battersea Pumpkin Festival on October 5. Prizes for smallest, roundest, weird shape, best colour, and longest stem which must be attached. OR Get a pumpkin and enter in the Best Dressed Pumpkin –

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• Country Dance with Red Rose Express – Saturday, Sept 21, 7 pm. Doors open 6:30. Cash bar. Popular local band Red Rose Express will play your favorite country tunes. There will be some line dancing and square dancing. Tickets $15. Contact Pat Hough 613.273.3781 or send an email to info@abchall.ca.

• Perth & District Historical Society presents to the public a presentation called “Documenting the Red House” - Please join us on September 26, when we delve into the history of the Old Red House on Craig Street - the oldest standing structure from the Perth Military Settlement of 1816. The presentation by our guest, James Forrester, will focus on the relationship between architecture and family history by recounting the intersecting events in the lives of the occupants and the building’s history as an officer’s quarters, inn, tavern, church, school, meeting place, printing office and then dwelling. James’ power point presentation will also examine the preparatory work that has been undertaken for reconstructing this important historic building, with the involvement of Algonquin College.

James Forrester grew up in Westport and attended both Rideau District High School and P&DCI. Perth's Royal Canadian Legion, 26 Beckwith Street E., Perth, (toonie donation). This presentation is open to the public which means you don’t have to be a member of the historical society to attend.

• If you have a photo of the early McVeigh Road school in Bathurst Township, Archives Lanark would appreciate hearing from you, for their upcoming book on Bathurst schools - next in their excellent one-room school series.

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• Pearl is happily recuperating at home but wants to rebuild her strength to get out and gather all the news so her column may have little new for the next few weeks.

• Birthday greetings go out to Edith Olmstead who will be 97 this month and to young Alex Buiuske on his 5th birthday and everyone else celebrating in September.

• Toronto based folk and roots country singer/songwriter Graham Nicholas will entertain at the Music Night on Thursday, September 26. Graham recently released his album Dial Tones and has just completed a cross country tour. Contact Don and Joelle at 613-278-0958 for tickets.

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• There will be a gospel Sing at the Parham Free Methodist Church on September 28 at 7pm with the Young Family and local talent performing. A lunch following with a free offering, All welcome.

• My September birthdays are Justin Young, Gavin McCullough, Rachel Hertendy, Marilyn Mix-Corkum, Boyd Tryon, Walter Barker, Cindy Cox, Fran McDonald, Vernon Scott, Freida Deline, Jean Campbell, Dustin Meeks.

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September 19, 2019

Trail Day brings in people from North, South, East and West

by Craig Bakay t was quite the day down at Oso Beach in Sharbot Lake.

This was the third annual K & P Trail Day, which featured Sloppy Joes, glowin-the-dark wristbands and music from the Merrigan Family and Jim MacPherson as well as more trucks and ATVs than have ever been parked on the beach before.

“We had 170 visitors and 105 of those were from out of the area,” said Bill Bowick, one of the organizers. “So in terms of getting new people to come here, it was a huge success.”

And, keep in mind, there was a steady drizzle all day.

“We budgeted to feed 150 people and there’s nothing left,” said Rose-Marie Bowick, who was dishing up the sloppy Joe’s from Cota’s Catering.

Aside from the requisite speeches and greetings, the day also featured a rather unique ceremony.

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The K & P Trail Day logo was four puzzle pieces brought together by Tom Milc, Phillip Bender, Doug Steele and Steve Baldwin along with Central Frontenac Township Mayor Frances Smith.

and today, we’re inviting other municipalities to use our trails,” said emcee Jim MacPherson.

To that end, the K & P Trail Day logo was split up into four pieces, each of which was brought to the beach by four groups, coming in from each of the four directions.

From the south, a group of cyclists led by Phil Bender and Rudy Hollywood brought in the bottom piece of the puzzle.

Similarly, a group of cyclists led by Doug Steele brought in the top piece from the north.

From the east, the Ottawa ATV club led

by Tom Milc came in with their piece from the Perth area.

The final piece of the puzzle, the west, came in with Steve Baldwin and the Napanee District ATV Club.

“The trails are core and at the forefront of our economic development strategy,” said Frontenac County economic development officer Richard Allen. “They are our connection to other municipalities.”

Doug Lee and his citizen butternut recovery program T

aking a page out of the Butternut Recovery Program that is based in Kemptville, Doug Lee has been gathering butternut seeds from trees that appear to be resistant to the butternut canker that has destroyed most of the butternuts trees in Ontario over the last decade.

He has invested in DNA testing to ensure the trees are true butternuts and not crossed with walnut or another similar species. He has been growing seedlings as well. He then plants many himself, both directly from seed and with seedlings. He offers nuts and seedlings to landowners who are interested in participating in the butternut recovery.

Butternut trees have a long history. Their nuts were a food source for indigenous peoples in the region, and were popular with early settlers as well, and the wood is highly prized for its colour and texture in furniture. The trees are often found in hedgerows at the edges of fields as they like a lot of light and do not grow in heavily forested areas. For that reason they are not usually found in large numbers in one area but are spread throughout the region.

Lee, who lived in the Godfrey area for much of his life before moving to Lennox and Addington and now Maberly, said that he has found a number of healthy trees that are producing well on the border lands between the granite of the Canadian Shield and the limestone to the east in the vicinity of Brooke Valley.

“Butternuts seem to thrive where there is marble present” Lee said, and since marble is formed when

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Doug Lee has seed and seedlings available for those who are interested in cultivating butternuts on their property. He can be reached by email at 14butternuts@ gmail.com.

He has information about planting and optimal soil conditions as well.

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The Flinton Recreation Club is hosting a barbecue in the canteen, with all proceeds going to the club. Those in attendance can enjoy live music from the Goodnight Irenes. They play traditional and original folk, blues, country, bluegrass, and fiddle tunes. The trio will be playing together at the trail head entrance before splitting off to play individually in separate areas of the forest.

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by Craig Bakay

he story of Bobs Lake Cottages & Escapes is all on their website, www. bobslake.com. It’s all about coming to the old Morters Cabins until being told they could no longer bring their dog.

“So we bought a little island which was close enough so I could swim here,” said Marla Isaac, who along with husband Larry Hirschhorn, now owns and operates the sprawling resort.

“In 2006, we heard that Morters had been cut in half and half of it sold,” Isaac said. “In 2010, Chuck Morter gave us a mortgage to help us buy it and fixing it up became a labour of love.”

And now, they have a number of cabins, including rather large central one that’s suitable for weddings and is also completely ac-

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cessible to accommodate older anglers that still want to come and fish.

And then Isaac got this idea.

“I found Celtic Kitchen Party’s video of Amazing Grace,” she said. “And I said, ‘I want them for a folk music festival."

“I love folk music and I love Bob’s Lake,” she said.

So they decided to take a risk, build a stage, and invite some other performers and make a weekend of it.

They also invited vendors such a Trudy Knapp (Algonquin crafts) and Shelley and Joe Languedoc (baked goods and and handmade knives), Leah Evans and Jes Sousa (tarot readings, crystals), Earthbarn farms with their goats Lucifer and Memnoch, and Sherri’s lavender smudg-

Celtic Kitchen Party (Ted Chew, Andrew Vanhorn, Colin Skinner) headlined last Saturday’s folk fest at Bob’s Lake Cottages & Escapes

ing sticks grown in gardens on the property.

After dinner, there was a campfire singalong led by the Kitchen Party’s Andrew Vanhorn. Sunday was a yoga day with Pamela Vanhorn.

And now, she thinks this might morph into an annual event, as well as an ongoing platform for music.

“We’re open year-round for things like ice fishing but we’d love to make it a place where people can

come and play music,” she said. “We’re thinking of having a folk song weekend and we’d love it if people would come every Sunday to jam.”

“There are tons of folk bands out there,” said the

Bedford Jam raises money for Camp Trillium But this time, they hooked up with the Bedford Jam folks and managed to come out of it with a cheque for $300 and $610 in donations (which netted one a ticket for one of two Joe Freeman donated paintings).

“We’re very proud of our association with Camp Trillium,” said Rebekah Vi Anderson, who along with husband John and Joe and Rose LaPointe, has been at the forefront of fundraising efforts for The Island, most notably paying off the mortgage. “Ordinarily, Parham Lodge does the fundraisers but this is a lot bigger and better.

“We’ve known Joan and Roy (Shep-

Dallas Daisy Arney was one of the guest performers Sunday in Glendower Hall, backed by her dad Randy Arney on guitar and Bedford Jam stalwart Barry Calthorpe on dobro.

t first glance, it seemed like a regular Sunday Bedford Jam. Judy Murphy was emceeing and Roy Shepherd was working the sound board.

There was a lineup of performers awaiting their turn, couples dancing to the old tunes and the girls in the kitchen busily doing what they always do. But this particular Sunday was a little different. For awhile now, the Parham Oddfellows and Rebekahs have been part of their organizations’ efforts on behalf of Camp Trillium, specifically OuR Island on West Lake in Prince Edward County, which offers year-round recreational experiences to bring children with cancer and their families together, in an environment that normalizes relationships and experiences, helping them in the healing process

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herd) a long time and this event just kind of morphed out.”

And, the day also featured several guest performers including fiddle whiz Jessica Weddon, Flinton songbird Dallas Daisy Arney and Kingston’s Courtney Kane.

The tickets for the paintings were pulled out of a hat by Kylie Babcock.

“Kylie was with us eight years ago when she and her family were battling cancer,” said Joan Shepherd, one of the organizers.

Babcock herself had been scheduled to go to Camp Trillium but her cancer treatment precluded her trip at that time.

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ast Council meeting, Mayor Vandewal circulated a letter from local agriculture and farming community members that outlined their concerns about local abattoirs becoming overburdened with unnecessary rules and legislation that restricts them from carrying on their businesses efficiently. (Some of the regulations and required paperwork are designed to address the operation of massive provincewide processing plants.) Locally there are three small operations in jeopardy of closing, one in Frontenac County, and one in each of our neighbouring counties. It is feared that this could damage small family farms and the ‘eat local’ food movement by greatly reducing the availability of lo-

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Council agreed with Deputy Mayor Sleeth’s notice of motion to support the agricultural community by petitioning the provincial government to review the current rules and regulations and consult with the Beef Farmers of Ontario, Federation of Agriculture and the National Farmers Union to develop a more common sense approach that will keep the local food movement and meat production a viable part of rural communities.

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Peacefully at the Perth Hospital on Friday September 6, 2019. Kris Bylsma of Burridge, in his 73rd year. Beloved husband of Karen Barr. Dear father of Carey (William) Klassen of Camrose, Ab. and Kristin Harrison of Ponoka, Ab. Dear brother of Peter (Dale) of Lindsay, Walter of Maberly, Celia (Byron) Taylor of Lindsay, Fred (Neerja) of Chicago, Ill., Kathy (Reza) Ghadaksaz of Orleans and Marina (Gary) Pascoal of Sydenham. Predeceased by his parents; Winnie and Harry Bylsma, brother; John (Debbie Bosman-surviving) and sister; Rosemary Bylsma. Fondly remembered by grandchildren; Mhairi, Johnathon and Shea. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Private Family Arrangements. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. (Memorial donations by cheque only) Professional Service Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Scotland Funeral Home, 27 Main Street Elgin - 613-359-5555 or at

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way to the park, with directional signage, and to add metal benches inside the park.

During 2019 budget discussions, Council had been supportive of the walkway but felt that the community should be funding other amenities such as a waste bag station, watering dish station and a covered area.

Several Very Successful Recent Events

Councillor Sutherland said the Arena’s ice opening day was well organized and attended, Deputy Mayor thanked Public Works staff for the recent improvements to the Shipyard boat launch in Storrington, and Mayor Vandewal said that both the Open Farms and last week’s ‘Home Grown’ festival had been extremely popular, attracting a large number of both local and Kingston area visitors.

Meeting Room Changes

Staff have been moving the furniture!

There’s a new staff table facing the horseshoe, and a podium slightly to one side for presenters.

We’re telling you all this, because there’s not a lot more to say: September 17, 2019 SF Council meeting may well have set a new record for its brevity, coming in at only 15 minutes…

Learn to play fiddle

Join the orchestra

t’s that time of the year!

The Blue Skies Community Fiddle Orchestra is once again starting up their beginner group, welcoming new students of all ages 8 and up. Under direction of Cindy McCall and Lukas Reynolds, this smaller group focuses on the basic techniques of the fiddle and mandolin, as well as the fundamentals of reading music and learning to play together while having fun. This group typically practices together for 2 to 3 years before joining the main group, but any are welcome to attend both classes.

If you do not have a fiddle, our instrument lending library has a selection of quality instruments to be rented at 10 dollars per month. The classes are divided into three semesters, covering different materials and techniques throughout each semester. The cost for each semester is only 50 dollars.

Thanks to Blue Skies in the Community for the support, to keep our group open and affordable to the community.

The first beginner class begins Oct 16th at 4:45 at the Maberly Hall. Practices are held every second Wednesday, and the following Saturday from 1 to 2pm at the Maberly Hall.

For registration and general inquiries, call Cindy McCall – 613-278-2448, email - cindy.fiddlemusic.mccall@gmail.com

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FORM 6

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDER MunicipaI Act, 2001 Ontario Regulation 181/03, Municipal Tax Sale Rules THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRAL FRONTENAC Take Notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of the lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on July 25, 2019, at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake Ontario.

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day as soon as possible after 3:00 p.m. at the Central Frontenac Township Office, 1084 Elizabeth Street, Sharbot Lake.

Description of Lands: Roll No. 10 39 010 010 10410 0000; PIN 36163-0084 (LT); Lot 8 Concession 8 Kennebec except FR749488; Central Frontenac; File No. 17-09 According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $40,625 Minimum tender amount: $7,210.67 Roll No. 10 39 040 020 07000 0000; 10968 Road 38, Parham; PIN 36157-0083 (LT); Part Lot 24 Concession 3 Hinchinbrooke designated Part 1 Plan 13R2805; Central Frontenac; File No.17-11. According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $18,000 Minimum tender amount: $18,625.53 Roll No. 10 39 040 050 06100 0000; PIN 36154-0020(LT); Part Lot 19 Concession 13 Hinchinbrooke as in FR296766; Central Frontenac; File No. 18-18. According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $29,500 Minimum tender amount: $6,066.73 Roll No. 10 39 010 030 00550 0000; 31385 Highway 7, Arden; FIRSTLY: PIN 36171-0060(LT) W1/2 Lot 13 Concession 1 Kennebec; Part Lot 12 Concession 1 Kennebec as in FR766866 lying N of RP1032; S/T KD2922; Central Frontenac; SECONDLY: PIN 36165-0001(LT); Part Lots 11-12 Concession 1 Kennebec as in FR766866 lying S of RP1032 and N of FR255779; Central Frontenac; THIRDLY: PIN 36165-0003(LT); Part Lot 11 Concession 1 Kennebec as in Parcel 2 FR243142; Central Frontenac; File No. 18-19. According to the last returned assessment roll, the assessed value of the land is $180,000 Minimum tender amount: $14,142.78

Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed form and must be accompanied by a deposit of at least 20 per cent of the tender amount, which deposit shall be made by way of a certified cheque/bank draft money order payable to the municipality.

Except as follows, the municipality makes no representation regarding the title to, crown interests, or any other matters relating to the lands to be sold.

Responsibility for ascertaining these matters rests with the potential purchasers.

Any interests of the Federal or Provincial Crown encumbering the land at the time of the tax sale will continue to encumber the land after the registration of the tax deed. The assessed value according to the last returned assessment roll may or may not be representative of the current market value of the property.

This sale is governed by the Municipa/Act, 2001 and the Municipal Tax Sales Rules made under that Act. The successful purchaser will be required to pay the amount tendered plus accumulated taxes and any taxes that may be applicable, such as a land transfer tax and HST. The municipality has no obligation to provide vacant possession to the successful purchaser.

A copy of the prescribed form of tender is available on the website of the Government of Ontario Central Forms Repository under the listing for the Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

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For further information regarding this sale including a copy of the prescribed form of tender, visit: www.OntarioTaxSaIes.ca or if no Internet access available, contact: J. Michael McGovern, Treasurer The Corporation of the Township of Central Frontenac P.O. Box 89, 1084 Elizabeth Street Sharbot Lake ON K0H 2P0 613-279-2935 Ext 224 www.centralfrontenac.com

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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.

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

Open evenings & 7 days a week. We deliver

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APPLIANCES

APPLIANCE REPAIR, Call Mark, Verona Hardware, 6723 Main St., Verona. Ph. 613374-2851 ASSELSTINE HARDWARE, Authorized Repair Depot for: Whirlpool, Maytag, Inglis, Amana, Jenn-air, Kitchen Aid, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Samsung Appliances. Over 27 yrs experience.

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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.

Township of Addington Highlands Request for Subtrade Tenders Project #18-11 - New Municipal Administration Building The Township of Addington Highlands is requesting Subtrade Tender submissions from qualified Subtrade Contractors for the construction of a new one storey, 358.3 m², Municipal Administration Building attached to the existing Community Centre located at 72 Edward St. in Flinton, Ontario. All submissions will be in accordance with the terms and conditions set out in the specifications document of this public Subtrade Tender.

Subtrade Tender Documents will be available by email commencing on Thursday September 12, 2019. Subtrade contractors may also view the tender documents Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at: The Township of Addington Highlands P.O. Box 89, 72 Edward St. Flinton, Ontario K0H 1P0 All inquiries as to the specifications should be directed to: Christopher J. Morden, P.Eng. R. Morden Engineering & Contracting Ltd. 219 George St. Belleville, Ontario K8N 3H5 Phone: 619-962-6191 E-mail: chris.morden@sympatico.ca Submit one copy of the Tender Form and deliver, fax or email to the Township of Addington Highlands municipal office on or before: Thursday October 3, 2019 at 2:00 PM local time Submit to: Ms. Christine Reed, CAO/Clerk-Treasurer The Township of Addington Highlands P.O. Box 89, 72 Edward St. Flinton, Ontario K0H 1P0 Email - clerk@addingtonhighlands.ca Fax - (613) 336-2847 Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

FLEA MARKET

TONI & JP’S FLEA MARKET, 6107 Hwy 506 at Ardoch Rd. Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Something for everyone. 613-4790341

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EXECUTIVE 2-bedroom plus den on O’Reilly Lake, off of Hwy.38. Recently refurbished, fridge, stove, microwave, washer and dryer included. Large Screened in porch, on private road, Ideal for snowbirds or retirees. Electric/ wood heat. Heat pump system with AC. $1,600 plus utilities. 613-264-0002

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All candidates meetings – 2019 Federal Election – Lanark Frontenac Kingston

We have heard reports that there are already 7 meeting scheduled but only have information about 6.

Thursday, September 19 – Perth Lion’s Hall, 7pm 50 Arthur Street (near Fair Grounds) 7pm. Presented by Lanark Federation of Agriculture Tuesday September 24 – Kingston City Hall 7pm, “Eat, Think, Vote” on the topic of food and farming. Candidates from LFK and Kingston and the Islands have been invited. Presented by the Food Policy Council for KFL&A Monday, September 30 – Sharbot Lake Oso Hall, 7pm. Presented by the Frontenac News Wednesday October 2 – Beckwith / Carleton Place Wednesday October 9th – Verona Lion’s Hall, 7pm. Presented by the Retired Teachers of Ontario – Eastern Ontario chapter and The Frontenac News.

FOR SALE

12’ PUNT BOAT w/4 hp motor - $550. 613-3745210 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 FIREWOOD; mixed hardwood, cut/split/ delivered. Call for Pricing. Frontenac Firewood 613-279-2048, 613-530-0484 NEW HOLLAND 513 manure spreader, good condition. Wanted to buy, mechanics tool chest.

613-358-2046 OIL TANK, 920 litre, 6 years old, never outside. $300 or best offer. 613-375-8170 SHIPPING CONTAINERS: Seacans Storage Containers, 7ft 10ft 20ft 40ft 45ft Steel garden sheds call 613-354-8744 or online http:// IngeniousStorage.com

HUNTING

FIREARMS COURSE – Oct. 18-19, and Hunter Education Course, Oct 25-26, Harrowsmith.

Call Bill, 613-335-2786

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

Ardoch Ontario 613-479-8005 HANDYMAN, WILL REPLACE SINKS, taps, toilets, any other jobs, cottage closures and carpentry. Please call Albert 613-374-2079 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.

WATER PUMP REPAIR and Service. UV Disinfection and Filtration, Water Softeners.

MOE Licensed Well Technician. Over 27 yrs experience. Asselstine Hardware 613-374-3400

TOWING

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

AUCTION SALE Lanark Civitan Hall, Lanark, ON Thursday, September 26, 2019 Auction 5 p.m. ~ Viewing 4 p.m.

ESTATE AUCTION Good clean furniture, fancy glass, Royal Doultons, barn finds, antiques, collectibles, 500+ diecast collection, Monopoly collection, and much more!

For listing and pictures see www.theauctionhunt.com Payment: Cash or Good Cheque Listing subject to change. Everything sells as is. Owners/Auctioneers not responsible in case of loss or accident.

Auctioneer: Jim Beere

613-326-1722 Call Today To Book Your Auction

Letter - Continued from page 3 couraging stance on the value of your vote which has been widely criticised by all except Big Oil and CPC stalwarts.

The Green Party has a longstanding and detailed policy platform on how to deal with climate change, as Jeff Green acknowledges, and he notes that local Green Party candidate Stephen Kotze has already been campaigning hard. This, Green observes, is in contrast to the incumbent.

Scott Reid, I would venture, likely considers it unnecessary to make much of an effort to campaign.

Don’t let Jeff Green’s fatalistic and dis-

Township of Addington Highlands PUBLIC NOTICE Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Addington Highlands, at its meeting to be held in the Township Hall at 222 Hwy. 28, Denbigh ON at 7:00 p.m. on October 15, 2019, proposes to enact a by-law to Close and Stop up and Sell, to the abutting land owners, part of the Shoreline Road Allowance lying in front of their properties, described as follows: Landowner (McCullough) Part of the Shore Road Allowance around Skootamatta Lake lying in front of Lots 16 & 17, Concession 14, Registered Plan 699 Lots 8 & 8A, Geographic Twp. of Anglesea, now located in the Township of Addington Highlands, County of Lennox & Addington further described in survey Reference Plan 29R-10732, as Parts 1, 3, 4 & 5.

Landowner (Koehler) Part of the Shore Road Allowance around Skootamatta Lake lying in front of Lots 16 & 17, Concession 14, Registered Plan 699 Lot 7, Geographic Twp. of Anglesea, now located in the Township of Addington Highlands, County of Lennox & Addington further described in survey Reference Plan 29R-10732, as Parts 2, 6 & 7.

Landowner (Burtnyk) Part of the Shore Road Allowance around Skootamatta Lake lying in front of Registered Plan 703, Lot 114, Geographic Twp. of Anglesea, now located in the Township of Addington Highlands, County of Lennox & Addington further described in survey Reference Plan 29R-10714, as Part 1.

And Further Take Notice that the Council of the Township of Addington Highlands, at the aforementioned meeting, will hear any person who claims that his/her lands will be prejudicially affected by this bylaw and who applies to be heard.

Dated at Flinton, ON, September 16, 2019 Patricia Gray, Deputy Clerk/ Planning Secretary Township of Addington Highlands 72 Edward St., P. O. Box 89, Flinton, ON, K0H 1P0 Tel (613) 336-2286, Fax (613) 336-2847 EM: deputyclerkplanning@ addingtonhighlands.ca

in Lanark-Frontenac-Kingston stop you from looking at the Green Party’s comprehensive platform and at Stephen Kotze, an extremely credible candidate who owns his own accounting business and is long time and well respected resident of Lanark County Attend an all candidates meeting and decide for yourself.

Contrary to what Jeff Green implies, your vote is important.

Ann Silversides

North Frontenac Little Theatre reunion

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n Saturday September 28 North Frontenac Little Theatre is hosting a Reunion for all past and present members to celebrate their 40th Anniversary. We invite also members of our Community to come and join us in this grand celebration.

Without the support of our surrounding communities we never could have lasted this long. For me, as one of the founding members, I feel proud of the fact that we have sustained our Little Theatre and kept it vital all these years. It is an amazing story of success for a village the size of ours, to keep those stage doors open for 40 years.

We invite you to come to St. James Major Hall in Sharbot Lake to relive those “glory days”, meet with old friends, view some sets from past shows, watch video performances, browse through old photo albums, listen to live performances from past Musicals and of course .

Columns - continued from page 5 • Ruth Brown, Don and Pam Larmon.

• On September 17 Jim Mcpherson will be singing at SLRR at 1:30 and the For Get Me Nots meet on September 18 at 10am, and on September 19 the Lions Club meets at 1pm. These activities are at Sharbot Lake Retirement and Retreat on Road 38.

• The other day I had surprise visitors such as Lillian and her son Wesley Hartwick. They were glad to see me.

• The 50+ club met at Mountain Grove Hall for thier September meeting with John Purdon as chairman. and the Happy Travellers meet on September 18 at the Free Methodist Hall at noon.

Anyone may join these two clubs. It only cost 5$ a year, • I welcome any visitors here at the SLRR and please let me know of your special needs.

• Celebration of Life for Laura Mills was September 14. We are sorry to hear of her passing.

• Congrats to Gary Hawley on 70 years as an organist for St, Andrews Church • Have a good week everyone

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NORTHBROOK - BINGO 6pm. Northbrook Lions Hall. Sponsored by the Land O’Lakes Lions. Doors open 6pm, regular games 7pm. Canteen available.

Info: the Lions Toll Road book.

Friday September 20

ARDEN - BBQ 5pm-7pm. Arden Legion. All welcome DENBIGH - FESTIVAL OF SMALL HALLS - CASSIE AND MAGGIE 7:30pm. Denbigh/Griffith Lions Club.

Doors open at 6:30pm Snacks and refreshments will be available to purchase at intermission. Tickets are $25 each and available online at festivalofsmallhalls. com. If you have Celtic in your blood, you can’t miss this gifted duo! Contact 613-333-1423.

HARLOWE - OLE TYME FIDDLERS 7:30pm. Harlowe Hall. Prizes, lunch, $6 non-members, all welcome, players, dancers, listeners and newcomers.

INVERARY - COMMUNITY YOUTH DANCE 7pm10pm. Storrington Lions Hall. For grades 5-8, sponsored by Storrington Lions Club VENNACHAR - FUN FRIDAY 6:30pm-8pm.

Vennachar Free Methodist Church. Bring along your favourite game and a snack to share; tea, coffee and juice is provided. For info 613 333 2318.

VERONA - COUNTRY CHURCH 7pm. Verona Pentecostal Assembly. Oscar Simpson presents - Grassy Fiddle Tyme, and Old Hims. Info - 613-3742178

Saturday September 21

ARDEN - CHINESE DINNER AND AUCTION 5pm.

Arden Legion. Advance tickets sales only, please.

The cost per person is $15. Please stop in and purchase your ticket.

ARDEN - ITALIAN NIGHT 6pm. Kennebec Hall. $18 - advance tickets only. Fundraiser for Arden rink. Hurry, tickets are going fast. Urban Lace will perform.

ATV RUN 8am. Register at www.ridefordad.ca.

Palmerston Lake Marina. 613-479-2176.

BOLINGBROKE - COUNTRY DANCE WITH RED ROSE EXPRESS 6:30pm. Althorpe Bolingbroke Community Hall (ABC Hall). Music starts at 7pm.

Cash bar. There will be some line dancing and square dancing. $15. Contact Pat Hough 613.273.3781 or send an email to info@abchall.ca PERTH ROAD - ANNUAL TEA PARTY & QUILT SHOW 11am. Harris Park. Presented by the Perth Road Crafters Enjoy tea, fancy sandwiches and

on the purchase of an eligible refrigerator and range.

Offer available until September 30th, 2019 Come see our In Store Display Free delivery available www.trousdaleshomehardware.com KINGSTON FALL LUNCHEON 10am. Frontenac County School’s musuem - 414 Regent Street. The Retired Teachers of Ontario RWTO/OERO Kingston Branch event inlcudes tours of museum and boxed lunch auction. Info - 613-374- 5271

2939 INVERARY - PORK BARBECUE DINNER IN THE COUNTRY 5pm-6:30pm. Storrington Lions Hall. Two sittings 5 pm. and 6:30 pm. $15. Pork done on a desserts. $10 - Quilt display, craft sale, penny spit, roasted potatoes, baked beans, coleslaw, buns auction and bake sale. and homemade dessert. 12 and under half price. To Thursday September 26 PLEVNA - JACK’S JAM 1pm-5pm. Clar-Mill Hall.

NORTHBROOK - BINGO 6pm. Northbrook Lions reserve call 353-2257.

SHARBOT LAKE - ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST Hall. Sponsored by the Land O’Lakes Lions. Doors PARHAM - GOSPEL SING 7pm. Parham Free 8am-11am. Soldiers Memorial Hall (OSO Hall). $8, open 6pm, regular games 7pm. Canteen available. Methodist Church. Featuring he Young Family and Children 6- 12- $4, under 6 - freeIn support of North Info: the Lions Toll Road book. local talent. Refreshments, All welcome. Free will Frontenac Food Bank. Persented by the Sharbot SNOW ROAD STATION - GRAHAM NICHOLAS offering Lake and District Lions CONCERT 7pm-9pm. Snow Road Hall. $10 in PARHAM - ROAST BEEF DINN 5pm-7pm. Parham TAMWORTH - CD RELEASE CONCERT 7pm. advance, $12 at the door. Info - Joelle or Don 613- United Church. $15, 6-12 years - $6, under 6 free, Tamworth Legion. Logan Murray and the Spoon 278-0958 Folk roots singer songwriter Family rate - $30. Come and bring a friend. Contact Lickers “Barricade”. $20 (Cd inlcuded with admission.

613-375-6270 Friday September 27 Also featuring Julia Schall and and Sheldon “Doc” HARTINGTON - FUNDRAISING CONCERT PERTH ROAD - BUFFET STYLE ROAST BEEF Daw. tickets at LoganMurray.net or at the door.

7am. Portland Community Church. Featuring Ellis DINNER 5pm-7pm. Perth Road United Church.

Sunday September 22 Wolfreys and the Melody Makers, and Marily Craig. Continuous sittings - No Reservations Required.$15, AUTUMN EQUINOX LABYRINTH WALK 6pm- Light refreshmetns, free will offering. info - Judy 613- under 12 yrs - $8, under 3 yrs- free. For info call 6138pm. Wintergreen Studios. Participation by donation 374-2036 353-2470 (suggested donation of $20). No registration NORTH FRONTENAC BACK ROADS STUDIO SHARBOT LAKE - NFLT 40TH ANNIVERSARY necessary.

TOUR A showcase of amazing Frontenac County REUNION 11am-4pm. St. James Major Church.

BELLROCK - REPAIR CAFE 2pm-4pm. Bellrock Talent. Various locations across North Frontenac musical performances, displays, videos, photo Hall. Bring your broken small appliances, furniture, Township. Adding to our little piece of paradise are albums, set pieces, refreshments. All welcome. etc. the fall colours, alive and vibrant, their reflection SNOW ROAD STATION - SNOW ROAD Monday September 23 dancing on the water of our many lakes. www. SNOWMOBILE CLUB BREAKFAST 8am. Snow Road Snowmobile Clubhouse. 8-11am at the PARHAM - RFCS DINERS 12pm-1:30pm. Parham northfrontenacbackroadsstudiotour.com United Church. Chicken Marsalla, Parisienne Potato, SYDENHAM - SALT ON SNOWBIRDS AND Clubhouse.

Coleslaw, Chocolate Glazed Bundt Cake.$12 - For SENIORS TRAVEL 11:30am-1:30pm. Grace Hall.

Sunday September 29 the over 60 set. For reservations, call 613-279-3151 Lunch is served at 11:30am, with the presentation by BATTERSEA - CHRIS MURPHY & FAMILY 7pm.

Tuesday September 24 Frontenac OPP to follow. Free event, but you must Battersea United Church. “Songs from our summer BOLINGBROKE - CPHC DINERS LUNCH 12pm. register in advance. Transportation is available for an trip” - all welcome ABC Hall. A hot nutritious meal and pleasant additional cost. Call 613-376-6477, ext. 303. SALT GODFREY - BEDFORD JAM 1pm-5pm. Glendower socializing. Reservations required. For those 50+. (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) Feature Hall. $2 donation, entertainers free, Info Joanne 613-374-2242, Joan - 613-374-5477 Cost: $10.00 Contact: Joyce Fleming at (613) 273- Image: 4832 Tuesday October 1 Saturday September 28 GODFREY - OFFICIAL PLAN OPEN HOUSE 9am- ALPACA FARM DAY & OPEN HOUSE 10am. At NORTHBROOK - EUCHRE NIGHTS 7pm.

11am. Glendower Hall. The Official Plan guides Silent Valley Alpaca Ranch. Come and experience Northbrook Lions Hall. Sponsored by the Land growth and development in a way that considers the the wonderful world of alpacas and take advantage O’Lakes Lions. There is a euchre tournament every social, economic and environmental needs of the of the opportunity to feel the excitement. 10am-4pm. fourth Friday beginning at the same time! Coffee, community over the next 20 years. Please join us at www.silentvalleyalpaca.ca sandwiches and dessert. Prizes. Info: the Lions Toll the open house to provide your input into the vision FLINTON - FOREST TRAILS GRAND OPENING Road book. of our community.

10am. Flinton Recreation Centre. he trails have been NORTHBROOK - LOLCS ADULT DROP-IN 9am.

NORTHBROOK - EUCHRE NIGHTS 7pm. created for mountain bikers, so bring your bike and Northbrook Lions Hall. Adult Drop In located at Lions Northbrook Lions Hall. Sponsored by the Land join in the fun! Admission is free. BBQ, all proceeds Hall in Northbrook every Tuesday. Doors open at O’Lakes Lions. There is a euchre tournament every to Flinton Rec.Club. Lice music. For more info visit 9:00am and a hot, nutritious and delicious dinner fourth Friday beginning at the same time! Coffee, www.CountyTrails.com or 613-354-4883 ext. 3271. served at 12 noon. Come on out and play some cards, sandwiches and dessert. Prizes. Info: the Lions Toll GRIFFITHS - HARVEST SUPPER 5pm-7pm. St. visit or just chat with your neighbours. For more info, Road book.

Andrew’s United Church. Turkey Dinner with all the contact Lori Cuddy @ 613-336-8934 ext 229.

NORTHBROOK - LOLCS ADULT DROP-IN 9am. trimmings and pie for dessert. $15, age 6-12 $8, PLEVNA - JACK’S JAM 1pm-5pm. Clar-Mill Hall.

Northbrook Lions Hall. Adult Drop In located at Lions under 6 free.

Jack?s Jam is followed by a Pot Luck supper.

Hall in Northbrook every Tuesday. Doors open at HARLOWE - OPEN MIC 2pm-7pm. Harlowe Hall. Talented entertainers and dancers. Enjoy great 9:00am and a hot, nutritious and delicious dinner Pot Luck supper, 5:30pm. Free event, donations music, eat terrific food and meet new people. served at 12 noon. Come on out and play some cards, welcome. Info - Marie, 613-336-2557 SHARBOT LAKE - QUIZ NIGHT 7pm. Sharbot Lake visit or just chat with your neighbours. For more info, HARROWSMITH - ED LAWRENCE - GREEN Country Inn. Fee is $2, which goes to a community contact Lori Cuddy @ 613-336-8934 ext 229.

GARDENS AND GREEN POLITICS 1pm-3:30pm. project. Prize is bragging rights only.

Wednesday September 25 Golden Links Hall. Ed (Ontario Today gardener on Wednesday October 2 HARROWSMITH - SFCSC DINERS CLUB 12pm. CBC) will answer garden questions and introduce KINGSTON - SFCSC DINERS CLUB 12pm.

Golden Links Hall. $10, call 613-376-6477 ext. 303 Stephen Kotze, Green party candidate in the federal Glenburnie United Church. $10, call 613-376-6477 to reserve election. $10. Info - vandenhoff@bell.net or 613-278- ext. 303 to reserve - full turkey dinner!

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26th annual Frontenac Challenge 2019 brings hundreds of hikers C hantal St-Amour is part way through her 7th trail challenge at Frontenac Provincial Park, 40 kms. north of Kingston. Every September, she joins up to 400 hikers on the wilderness park‘s network of trails that cover 119 kms of beautiful and often rugged terrain.

St-Amour spends her work week in an office at CFB Kingston processing educational documents but spends most weekends hiking and camping at the park.

“It such a nice change from life in the city,” she explains.

“The park is so beautiful this time of year — and there’s no bugs. l’m up here year round but love autumn the best. The leaves are just starting to turn colour and the temperatures are perfect for long hikes.”

The annual Frontenac Challenge was launched in 1993 as an incentive to bring hikers into the park at the end of the summer season. It is sponsored by The Friends of Frontenac Park who provide a range of volunteer services to visitors and the park staff. Not only is St. Amour the co-ordinator of this year’s Challenge, she is also president of the Friends’ board of directors.

“Frontenac Provincial Park is a hidden jewel in Eastern Ontario,” she laughs. “The Challenge has brought new hik-

ers from both Ottawa and Toronto but luckily it never gets too busy on the trails. You can fit a lot of people into the park's 5,000 hectares."

Out of town visitors often camp in the park’s 48 interior campsites (sorry, no car camping) during their Challenge visits — but many choose accommodation in nearby Westport or Kingston.

The Challenge is free to all participants and runs from September 1st - October 31st this year. Participants can register online until the end of September at the park office or online at www.frontenac|gark.com. (The only cost is the park’s daily admission fee.)

There are 12 trail loops to hike ranging in length from 1.5 to 21 kms. Full Challenge participants must hike at least 11 of the loops (about 90 kms in total, not counting distances to the trailheads), although there are shorter categories for less ambitious hikers and children under age 12.

Successful Challengers are invited to an awards celebration in November at the park where they receive a certificate and have their names added to a wall plaque.

Full details are available at www.frontenacpark.ca

Chantal St. Amour in Frontenac Park - photo submitted

September 19, 2019

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Logan Murray and Spoon Lickers - CD release party at Tamworth Legion

L

ogan Murray, a senior statesman from the community of Elm Tree, where he runs a recording studio and occasionally records his own music, will be holding a CD release party at the Tamworth Legion this Saturday night (September 21) starting at 7:30pm.

The new record is the product Logan Murray and Spoon Lickers, his rockin’ blues studio band of musicians from the Peterborough area, is called Barricades.

He said that his previous record, 95 Acres, was a bit

more of a folk record, “but this one is a blues rock record.” In his promotional material he calls it “rockin’ bush hippie blues”.

From the start of “Barricades” the first song on the record, right through the end of the last song, “Lucky Man Blues” there is a consistent electric blues vibe to the recording, with a strong back beat, screaming guitars, and harmonica blazing away throughout.

The lyrics have a blues edge, laced with the kind of ironic wit that characterized 95 Acres, on tunes like “Livin’ With Donald”

and “Things in my Basement”.

The Spoonlickers (Pat Temple on bass, Wayne O’Conner on guitar and Brian Landry on Drums) are indeed a top knotch band..

The Tamworth Legion show has a $20 entry fee, and copy of the “Barricades” CD is included in the price.

Before the Spoon Lickers perform their dance set, Julia Schall and Logan will perform a set of original tunes, followed by a short set by Sheldon ‘Doc’ Daw. Accurately describing the release party for 95 Acres

as a “legendary party” Murray says that the bands are planning on upping the ante at this show, instructing people to bring their dancing shoes.

Judging from the music on ‘Barricades’ it’s a pretty safe bet that the venerable Tamworth Legion Hall will be rocking on Saturday Night.

Tickets are available at LoganMurray.net or at the door. The Tamworth Legion is located at 456 714A Addington East in Tamworth. Doors open at 7pm.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH FRONTENAC News & Public Notices

THINGS TO DO

SOUTH FRONTENAC 2040 – OFFICIAL PLAN REVIEW The Official Plan guides growth and development in a way that considers the social, economic and environmental need of the community over the next 20 years.

Attend an Open House to provide input into the vision for our community!

• Glendower Hall (Bedford) – September 21, 2019 – 9:00 - 11:00 am.

• Storrington Lions Club – October 3rd, 2019 – 7:00 - 9:00 pm • Council Chambers – October 23rd, 2019 – 5:00 - 7:00pm Should you be unable to attend an open house or would like to provide input, please complete our online survey available at www.southfrontenac.net or send your thoughts to us via email at officialplan@southfrontenac.net .

PUBLIC SKATING AT THE ARENA Public Skating starts again weekly each Sunday from 12:00 pm to 1:20 pm and each Wednesday (Parent & Pre-School Skating) from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, only $2.50 per person, a CSA approved helmet with screen is recommended.

SALE OF LAND BY PUBLIC TENDERS Take notice that the Township will be conducting a sale of land by public tender on October 17, 2019. For further information regarding this sale and a copy of the prescribed form of tender visit www.OntarioTaxSales.ca. Tender packages can also be purchased at the Municipal Offices at a cost of $10.00 + HST, located at 4432 George Street, Sydenham, ON TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES North Shore Road Culvert Replacement a full road closure is required on North Shore Road, just East of Koen Road, for culvert replacement . This will be in effect from 7:00am to 5:00pm on September 24, 2019. Detours along Leland Road will be visibly signed.

Desert Lake Road Causeway a full road closure is required on Desert Lake Road, between Desert Lake Campground and Lazy Acre Cottages, for culvert replacement . This will be in effect from 5:00pm on Thursday September 26th to 7:00am on Monday September 30, 2019.

Detours will be visibly signed.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact David Holliday at 613-376-3027 Ext 3333 NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSING Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Township of South Frontenac proposes to pass a by-law to stop up, close and transfer ownership of a Township-owned road allowance for two properties as follows: Road Closing No. 1: Plan 24, Part Lot 51, District of Storrington Reason: The subject portion of road allowance is located to the north of 3742 Fair Grounds Road, Inverary, which is part of Raglan Street in Registered Plan 24 (Fair Grounds Road) and constitutes a length of 166 feet by a width of 66 feet for a total area of 10,956 feet2.

It is not anticipated that there would be any impact of this road closure on any other property-owners.

Road Closing No. 2: Part Lot 10, Concession 10, Part 1, RP13R1459, District of Portland Reason: The subject portion of road allowance is located to the north of 6449 Road 38 and is a small triangular portion of land and constitutes a total area of 1,679 feet2.

It is not anticipated that there would be any impact of this road closure on any other property-owners.

The proposed road closings will come before Council for consideration at the regular meeting to be held in the Council Chambers, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, on October 15, 2019 at 7:00 PM. At that time, Council will hear in person any individual who claims that his or her land would be prejudicially affected and who has applied to be heard. Any comments or concerns to the Township would be appreciated before the above noted date.

Further documentation pertaining to this proposed Road Closing may be inspected at the South Frontenac Township Offices located at 4432 George Street, Sydenham.

Angela Maddocks, Clerk Township of South Frontenac, 4432 George St, Box 100, Sydenham ON, K0H 2T0, 613-376-3027 Ext 2222, 613-376-6657 Fax REQUEST FOR TENDER • No. PW–2019-19 – Battersea Road Reconstruction - 1:00 p.m., September 25th, 2019 Sealed submissions must be received by the time and date listed above.

ATT: Neil Carbone, CAO, 4432 George Street, Sydenham, ON K0H 2T0, PW-2019-19 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. Please see “Tenders” page on website for more details.

Open for Business PLANNING APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION Prior to submitting a planning application, applicants are required to have 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.

TOWN HALL UPCOMING MEETINGS • Public Services Committee Meeting – September 19th 2019 at 8:30 am • Heritage Committee Meeting – September 19th, 2019 at 6:30 pm • Police Services Board Meeting – September 26th, at 9:00 am • Development Services Meeting – September 20th at 8:30 am PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION – BUCK BAY ROAD AND BUNKER HILL ROAD BRIDGES Residents are invited to attend a Public Information Session to review and discuss the proposed design for the Buck Bay Road and Bunker Hill Road Bridge Projects on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Glendower Hall, located at 1381 Westport Road NEW WEBSITE DESIGN On September 3, 2019 we launched our new website – www.southfrontenac.net Please note that anyone who had previously subscribed to individual pages on our website will have to re-subscribe on the new site. While this may be inconvenient, Canada’s Anti-Spam Law (CASL) prohibits the Township from simply transferring existing email subscribers.

Your patience is appreciated during this transition. If you have any questions, please contact the Clerks Office at admin@ southfrontenac.net

LIVING HERE PROPERTY TAX DUE DATE – SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 The final tax installment of the year is due on or before Monday September 30th, 2019.

Note that you will not receive a reminder in the mail, the September installment was included on your Final Tax Notice that was issued on June 3rd, 2019.

For further information, please email taxes@ southfrontenac.net or contact us at 613-376-3027 Ext 2200.

Did you know you can now access your account information online? See your tax bill for more information.

SOIL GAS MITIGATION PROGRAM Due to the recent release of the KFL&A (Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington) Public Health of their Radon Testing Study where Radon was found to be above WHO guideline levels in 52% of tested structures and 21% of these structures were above the Canada Health guidelines.

South Frontenac Township is proactively addressing radon gas in new low-rise residential dwellings through its Soil Gas Mitigation Program. This program applies to all building permits applied for after August 31st, 2019. For more information and resources, visit our website at www.southfrontenac.net.

AT LAST – ENVIROWEB What goes in your Blue Box will STAY in your Blue Box! Easy to assemble, tie wraps included. Prevents contents from spilling out due to overfilling or wind and rain. Allows the Collectors a quick visual of the contents Available at the 2490 Keeley Road Public Services office for only $10!

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT The depot is currently EVERY Thursday from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Please remember that accepted items are hazardous materials, small 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.

Keep Our Township Clean.

Make Sure Your Garbage Gets Put In Its Place Whether you are a cottage owner, a renter or day tripper, please become familiar with collection dates and locations, as well as our recycle streams.

Visit our website or contact Solid Waste Management at 613-376-3027 Ext 4330.

4432 George Street, Box 100, Sydenham ON K0H 2T0 1-800-559-5862 Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm • www.southfrontenac.net

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2nd annual Home Grown inFrontenac packs in the crowds in South Frontenac

by Craig Bakay

L

ast Saturday was a great day to be a foodie in Frontenac County as The Cheesecakery Bakery’s Stephanie Newman hosted a gathering of locally made foods, artisans and businesses along with some special guests to her large spread on Forest Road.

“This is our second one and it’s definitely bigger,” she said. “There are more vendors and more people.”

“It definitely is bigger,” said Frontenac County’s Alison Vandervelde. “And this year, Stephanie did it all herself.

“Last year we were involved helping navigate the red tape, this year, it’s all her.”

Obviously, Newman is interested in finding new markets and customers for her

own business, but she also believes that having a network of similar businesses benefits everyone involved.

“My goal is to connect vendors and showcase all the people I’ve met while growing my own business,” she said.

“We’re also connecting Kingston with the Frontenacs and showing Kingston customers there are great things here.

“Everything here I know is great because I’ve tried it all before.”

She said now that they’ve got the hang of putting one of these things on, it’s likely to become a yearly event.

“Everyone’s really on board,” she said.

“The organizing went great and we’ve even got great weather.”

Telling Your Story: Seniors' Writing Workshop Series A

re you a senior with a lifetime of memories you'd like to share? You know you've got a story inside of you -- perhaps a memoir or a multi-generation family history. Knowing how to go about telling your story is another matter. Should you put it in writing or record your voice, and do you rely on your memory or fact-check everything? It can be hard to know where to start. If this describes your situation, then this hands-on workshop series by awardwinning author Jean Rae Baxter may be for you.

Starting on Thursday, October 3, at 2 pm, Jean will meet with a small group of seniors for two hours each week and show how to create a narrative people will want to read. You'll learn how to organize your writing project and how to write about your life experiences. The tools of fiction will help you make anything -- a special person, place or thing -- memorable. Be warned, though!

You'll learn by writing, and you should expect two to three hours of homework each week. By the end of the fifth week (on Thursday, October 31), you'll have a story to share with family and friends, and to pass on to the next generation.

This workshop series, to be held at the North Frontenac Telephone Company at 1019 Windwood Drive in Sharbot Lake, is open to all seniors, free of charge. Since seating is limited, please register in advance, making sure that

you'll be able to attend all five sessions. Registration opens at 9 a.m. on Saturday, September 21, and you can register online at https://calendar.kfpl.ca/ or by phoning any KFPL branch. You will be asked for your Kingston Frontenac Public Library card number when you register. Please check the requirements for membership first by phoning (613) 549-8888 to speak with a staff member.

Memberships are free to all residents and taxpayers

of Frontenac County or the City of Kingston, but nonresidents will need to take out a subscription (minimum membership is $13 for three months).

If you are ready to start telling your story, then please consider registering for this wonderful opportunity to kick-start your writing project!

Note: This is a repeat offering of the workshops held at the Sydenhambranch 2018.

NORTH FRONTENAC

BACK ROADS STUDIO TOUR ORIGINAL HANDMADE ARTS & CRAFTS

25 Local Artists & Artisans Sept 28 & 29,10-4pm View artist and artisan profiles and download a printable route map online.

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Stephanie Newman (centre) along with Maddy Botterill and Letitia Brooks welcomed crowds to Newman’s home on Forest Road Saturday for the second annual Home Grown in Frontenac