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News - It's kind of started out as one of northern Frontenac's best kept secrets but there's every indication that Connections Adult Learning's Digital Drop-in Centres are starting to catch on. It's a rather simple concept really. Say that your kids (or grandkids) got you a new smart phone, or tablet, or laptop. You'd like to connect with them on it but you're not too sure how it all works. You're not really up for a full-blown computer course, you'd just like to know how this Skype thing works and how you use it to chat with friends and relatives. That's where the Digital Drop-in program comes in. Take your new device to one of six locations where there will be a 'digital coach' that will help you. Or, if you don't have a device but think you might like something like this, they have equipment you can try out. "We saw there was a need," said Connections Executive Director Joyce Bigelow. "The rest of the world has gone digital but there are a lot of Families lined the streets of people who just don't have computer skills. "But often there's something they'd like to Harrowsmith on Saturday do, like Skype with their grandchildren or just morning to enjoy the Santa get a picture off their phone. Claus Parade and welcome the "And they'd like to do that quick." Christmas season. Bigelow said that a few years ago, there were John Harman/Metroland community access sites available through the Land O' Lakes Communications Network. But as federal funding for the program ran out, so did the program.
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mas music. hamburgers this year and chilli has er, who donated 17 1/2 dozen cake But . . . become a staple. Santa's visit is pop- style donuts. "There's not usually "We were killing the tree with the ular ("where else can you get a pic- many left behind and that's good belights," said Joyce Casement. ture with Santa for free and take as cause I'd hate to think people were And so, four years ago, they de- many as you want?" said Bates) and taking home a dozen or so." cided to move to the Lions Hall and there are games and door prizes for "Yes, we're generous to a point," change things up a bit. both kids and adults as well as musi- said Yvonne Guthro, the lady re"The first year we gave away dec- cal and other entertainment. sponsible for the Rice Krispy orated trees," said President Wayne And another thing - there are squares as they both shared a laugh. Conway. "The second year we had snacks, including home-made do- "I just bake once in awhile, the recilighting in the Pavilion and the third nuts and Rice Krispy squares. pe is on the back of the box." Bry the Magic Guy was kept busy by a host of younger fans, including year the lights were up outside. Both go fast. "You know, I have four daugh"This year the tree is inside." And that's just fine with the ladies ters," Harper said, still grinning. Jeremy Salter and Ashton Burrows. Craig Bakay/Metroland There are still activities outside who provide them. "Not one of whom ever made a dosuch as horse-drawn carriage rides, "I like to bake," said Phyllis Harp- nut." Verona Racers run and the Christmas train. 613-384-0012 As well, kids find 566 Cataraqui Woods Dr, Kingston ON K7P 2Y5 their own ways to amuse themArizona ............................Mar 7-31 selves. "Some kids Bahamas Cruise............Mar 11-19 asked if they New York City ...............Mar 14-17 could build snowCanada Blooms...... Mar 15/16/18 men in the ball The Illusionists..................... Dec 17 Sportsmen’s Show.............. Mar 17 field," said VicePresident Linda Senators VS Leafs................Jan 14 Senators VS Habs............... Mar 18 Bates. "Luckily, Quebec Winter Carnival .. Feb 3-5 One of a Kind Spring .......... April 1 I remembered to Saturday Night Fever............Feb 8 Raptors VS Miami Heat....... April 7 bring scarves for New York City .... Feb 10-13/17-20 Washington Blossoms....April 7-11 the snowmen." But much of Cabaret ...............................Feb 15 Atlantic City .................April 10-13 the activity is in- Motorcycle Show................Feb 17 New York City ..............April 14-17 doors. The Lions Auto Show ...........................Feb 24 Mrs Henderson Presents... April 19 Club donated Book of Mormon ......Mar 4/April 9 Paducah Quilt Fest ......April 24-30 CRAIG BAKAY
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News - The Treasure Trunk showed off its new digs last week with a wine and cheese fundraiser. The Treasure Trunk is Community Living's second hand store which serves as both a fundraising arm and an employment/training service for some of the organization's clients. It's had a couple of locations in Sharbot Lake including where St. Lawrence Employment Centre is now and the old shoe store across from the Township Hall. But the new location at 12795 (just south of Seed to Sausage) is by far the most space they've had. "We got to the point where we needed more space," said Executive Director Dean Walsh. "But we were very concerned about what the community might think (about a location outside of the actual hamlet) because we've become a hub of the community - people often come in and spend time talking. "But Bob Miller (vice-president) found this location and we think people will still see it as an integral part of the community." Walsh said that they understand
The Treasure Trunk is not primarily a business, it's more of a "social experience" and will do everything they can to preserve that atmosphere. A big part of that is the staff of Janet Barr and Sarah Price, both of whom have made the move south of town. "We can't lose Janet and Sarah," Walsh said. "They just tell me to stay out and I do." Barr said she's "very excited" about the new space they have and pointed out another advantage they have here. "I think this is a good opportunity and we're much closer to the waste site (allowing people doing spring cleaning etc to kill two birds with one trip)," Barr said. "We'll have a sandwich board at the waste site reminding people that some of their items might fit in here." There's also a drop-off box at the Township Office but they're asking people not to leave large items such as furniture there. Larger items should be brought to the Treasure Trunk during business hours (Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Essentially the new location will
Mayor and Warden Frances Smith got a kick out of using the big County scissors to cut the ribbon at the new Treasure Trunk location south of Sharbot Lake. Craig Bakay/Metroland be very much like the old one, just with more space. They're still figuring a few things out but expect
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It's hard to imagine Christmas dinner without turkey, and this year a Sydenham couple is doing their part to help make sure no one in their community goes without one. Working through the Loughborough Christmas and Emergency Relief Committee (LCERC), which has been providing Christmas dinner food baskets, toys and more to those in need for almost 30 years, Adam and Lori Popkie will donate one turkey for each granite countertop they sell through their business, Prestige Stone Company, between Nov. 20 and Dec. 20. "It's something we've wanted to do on a personal level as well as through the company," explains Lori Popkie, business manager. "It's important to us to help families have a good, healthy Christmas dinner together." She notes that she was shocked when she learned how many are in need in their small area. Last year, the LCERC helped nearly 100 families in the Loughborough community by distributing 73 Christmas baskets (dinner materials with all the trimmings and/or toys, depending on the needs of Lori and Adam Popkie are donating turkeys to Loughborough families the families) and providing emerin need this Christmas. gency relief (financial assistance Photo/submitted in the event unexpected crises such
as fire, sudden death or utility disconnection) to another 25. "I couldn't believe it," she says. "It's nice to see that there is a lot of support out there and lots of families who are donating, but it is surprising to see the numbers that are really in need of help for the holidays." They decided to focus on turkeys to fill a gap left when Sobey's, the company that owns the local Foodland, discontinued their "Turkey Bucks" program. In past years, customers would receive a "Turkey Buck" with each purchase over a certain amount, and if they didn't want to keep it for themselves they would have the option of donating it to the LCERC to help fill Christmas baskets. The Popkies' goal is to donate eight turkeys in total, and a special "granite for the price of laminate" promotion is running until Dec. 9 to further encourage people who might be considering upgrading their countertop to buy now. "We were delighted to hear of the initiative Adam and Lori are taking to benefit us," says LCERC member Jim Kelly, explaining that eight turkeys will go a long way toward helping them meet their goal. "Although we are still collecting information from families who
need a basket, if things turn out to be similar to last year, eight turkeys will represent close to 20 per cent of our needs - a wonderful contribution." He adds that some families are also small - a single person or a couple - in which case they will receive a chicken in their basket so as not to overwhelm them with a large turkey. Kelly says that they understand Foodland's decision to discontinue the Turkey Bucks program was not made by local managers, and they are grateful for all the help the store provided. "We fully understand that food retailing is a dynamic business and that companies are always seeking new avenues to enhance business. We are extremely grateful that our local Foodland was so supportive of our use of [Turkey Bucks] in the past and remains such a staunch supporter of our efforts still." To learn more about LCERC and how you can help, visit http:// www.lcerc.ca. To learn more about Prestige Stone Company, visit http:// www.prestigestonecompany.com/. Adam Popkie has been in the trade for 17 years and the business is located right on Rutledge Road in Sydenham.
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Festival of Trees returns to Sharbot Lake CRAIG BAKAY
News - It's that time of year again. Villages Beautiful's Festival of Trees goes this weekend at Oso Hall in Sharbot Lake beginning Thursday, Dec. 8 through Saturday, Dec. 10.
The theme this year is "Finish the sentence, Christmas is . . ." said Sally Angle, one of the organizers. For those few uninitiated unfamiliar with the popular festival that's been running since 2000 (with one year off), local businesses, groups and individuals decorated trees (of various sizes), Christmas baskets, wall hangings, wreathes and just about whatever else they can think of and donate them in the spirit of friendly competition to gain bragging rights until next year. Visitors to the festival buy tickets which they place in boxes in front of the entry they'd like to
win and if their ticket is drawn, they get to take the entry home (after 4 p.m. Saturday until noon on Sunday). "By the way, could you ask people to put a local phone number where they could be contacted to pick up their prize if they win?" Angle said. "Sometimes it's hard to get in touch with an Ottawa phone number and arrange for them to pick it up before Sunday at noon." The festival kicks off at noon Thursday with a luncheon and awards presentation at Sharbot Lake Country Inn. The popular tree lighting is at 6 p.m. in Oso Hall. Fiddlers and Friends will provide the musical entertainment until 8 p.m. Then on Friday, school kids from all over the area come in bringing donations for the Food Bank.
"That's one of my favourite parts, watching them get off the buses clutching their little donations," Angle said.
In fact, entry to the festival is by donation to the Food Bank, be it foodstuffs or monetary. Of course there will be entertainment on Friday as well, with Adam Lake and Friends, the Land O'Lakes Community Cloggers and the Young Chorusters. On Saturday, the Blue Skies Fiddle Orchestra will be joined by the Bucket Orchestra (a school kids orchestra) and perennial favourites, the Arden Glee Club. Then at 4 p.m. the draw for trees is held. "And there will be a cafeteria open throughout, featuring Barb England's yummy egg sandwiches," Angle said. The Festival of Trees is Villages Beautiful's one fundraiser in the year and all of the money raised goes back in the various communities for things like flowers, trees, benches and signs, generally in the hamlets of Central Frontenac Township. "We're not a committee of Council," she said. "But the Township has been very supportive over the years."
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EDITORIAL It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, even if I don't care for that song
Column - The older I get, the more I like Christmas. Santa Claus parades, Christmas parties, good will towards men, all that stuff. It's different when you get older, or at least it is for me. There was a time when I couldn't tear myself away from the Christmas tree with a pile of presents under it, my mind speculating wildly about G. I. Joes and BB guns and who knows what all those wrapped boxes contained. Then, when life shifted and I had kids of my own, the focus tended more towards what was in those boxes for them, and the anticipation of how their eyes would light up when Ninja Turtles or Precious Places would emerge. That really still hasn't changed. I love giving Christmas presents and I honestly think I'd really rather give one than get one, especially if it's something I thought of on my own that
meets with genuine approval. I've found, over the years, that simply paying attention throughout the year alleviates what used to be the pre-Christmas panic. Sometimes, it's merely a matter of listening when a loved one expresses an interest in something. I'm not talking about the Christmas list thing, just conversations during the year that might lead to something. For example, knowing that my darling daughter's favorite Walking Dead character is Michonne or finding out she's developed a new appreciation of fairy tales has led to various ideas. And I'm always on the lookout for Luke Skywalker figures (some things never change) for my son, who's now a thirtysomething. I've also noticed that they seem to appreciate some of the things I made them for Christmas many years ago. A light sabre I carved for J.J. when he first started dressing up like his favorite jedi is still around, occupying a place of honour in his apartment. Similarly, a jewelry box I made for Meg many years ago seems to have gained added sig-
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As temperatures drop and winter weather conditions inevitably approach, driving can get a little tricky – that is where winter tires come in. Only winter tires are designed to excel in the colder temperatures, slush, snow and ice that we all experience for three or more months a year, but why don’t all vehicles have them? Many vehicle owners go through the debate each year and are conflicted about whether winter tires are really necessary or if they can get away with all-season tires year round, but according to experts, all-seasons are a bad compromise. On snow, ice or cold pavement, the stopping distance of a car with winter tires can be up to 30 to 40 per cent shorter than one with all-seasons. Winter tires are mandatory in some areas of Canada including Quebec and the mountainous areas of British Colombia, but not in Ontario. We feel that maybe this should change, especially for those frequenting the 401 on a daily basis. Accidents are common on the 401 in any season, but especially in the winter. Last winter there were numerous times when the highway was shut down due to accidents and a reduction in this occurrence would be welcome. Since Quebec introduced mandatory use of winter tires in 2008, the provincial government has studied the impact on road safety and personal injury accidents. A study released in 2011 found that universal use of winter tires was responsible for a five per cent decline in winter road-accident injuries. This research concluded that 574 people were spared being involved in a personal injury accident because of universal winter tire use. The study also showed a three per cent drop in deaths and serious road accident injuries. While winter tire use has steadily increased in Ontario with nearly one in 10 drivers now using them, there is still a lot of room for improvement. Although winter tires can be costly, especially around the holiday season, a collision could be even more costly. Safety should be a main concern when driving in winter conditions and winter tires are a main part of that.
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Volunteers needed to help with refugee resettlement in Kingston BY TORI STAFFORD
News – Arriving in a new country and attempting to adapt to new surroundings, languages and lifestyles is difficult for anyone, but for refugees, that difficulty is compounded. That’s why Refugee Resettlement Services Kingston, the joint venture of Kingston Employment and Youth Services (KEYS), Kingston Community Health Centre (KCHC), and the City of Kingston, is reaching out to the local community to find those willing to help ease the transition for refugees settling in Kingston. “The folks that we’re working with are families who’ve had their lives turned upside down. They’re people who’ve been displaced by war and who are now facing the uphill battle of rebuilding their lives and establishing themselves in a whole new place, after having survived all kinds of difficulties that I think many people can’t even imagine,” said Christine Mylks, the KEYS volunteer coordinator for Refugee Resettlement Services Kingston.
“These are folks who have extended families, and some of them are in Jordan or Lebanon or Turkey, some of them are still in Syria, and some of them have passed away. They’re folks who have lived in refugee camps and travelled all over the world… and they’re also folks who have a variety of work histories, cultural backgrounds, and linguistic backgrounds.” In April of this year, Kingston was one of four new communities named as Resettlement Assistance Program Centres by the federal government. Since then, 17 families and 84 individuals have come to Kingston looking to call it home, and a total of 125 individuals are expected to resettle here before March of 2017. They all share the commonality of having been uprooted from their homes and forced to start a new life in a strange place, but otherwise, the refugees arriving or already in Kingston are a really diverse group of people, Mylks expressed. And that is what makes volunteering to help with the resettlement process so interesting and stimulating.
Naser Ardah, housing facilitator, and Christine Mylks, volunteer coordinator, both work with Refugee Resettlement Services Kingston on behalf of KEYS, and are currently looking for volunteers to help with refugee families and individuals resettling here in Kingston. Tori Stafford/Metroland
Dec. 14 from 6 to 8:30 p.m., both at KEYS Job Centre, 182 Sydenham St. Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP to let KEYS know they’re planning to attend by emailing info@keys.ca or calling 613-546-5559. For more information, go to www.keys.ca/rap/
“It’s a really unique and exciting opportunity, I think,” said Mylks, noting they hope to amass a group of volunteers as diverse as the refugees themselves, and are hoping to find volunteers with a variety of different strengths and interests. “As a staff person, it’s a privilege for me, and I think for community members, it’s a really unique opportunity to meet someone really interesting, and provide support that is key for someone or a family who really needs it in order to rebuild.” Anyone in the area can apply for the volunteer positions and are able to participate as much or as little as they’d like to. Volunteers can either be matched with a specific family, or take on individual volunteer roles. In working with a family, Refugee Resettlement Services Kingston is looking for both Support Group team leaders and team members, and Support Teams will help with things such as introducing the family to the community and community organizations, explaining local transit, assisting with shopping, and general relationship building. Individual volunteer roles include searching for housing and help with setup, sourcing donations, child minding, and ‘as needed’ support. Additionally, interpreters are needed, and the organization is looking for those who speak Arabic or Kurdish, primarily, as well as anyone who speaks Kirundi or Swahili, as they are expecting refugees from Burundi. However, Madeleine Nerenberg, manager of immigrant and refugee services for KEYS, emphasized that volunteers do not need to have foreign language skills to participate. “We really want to emphasize that Arabic language skills are not necessary to volunteer, and we have a big need for anyone with interest and willingness,” she said. “An aspect of the whole ex-
perience that is really exciting is the opportunity to discover the joys of communication with a language barrier and learn about how you can work around that using technology and body language and laughter.” Nerenberg expressed that the opportunity offers a learning experience unlike any other for both the volunteers and refugees. She also noted that volunteering can be a family-friendly experience, and that Refugee Resettlement Services Kingston has already seen the amazing impact one family working with another can have. “We’ve had a few nice examples of that already, where some of our volunteers, their kids are a similar age to the kids in the family they’re being linked to, and so it kind of creates an instant sense of normality, being able to get together for a play date and things
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Kingston is a unique city gifted with beautiful historic buildings of which, many have already been demolished or hidden from sight by high rises, but it is this architecture and history that have brought us back after two previous postings here for our retirement. Alas much has changed with the present determination to modernize and or demolish the past. Every city has high rises and subdivisions but not the history and architecture which Kingston should be proud of and protect. The Kingston Penitentiary with its beautiful buildings and the unique history should not fall prey to the seeming determination to fill it with yet another housing development, high rise condos and the introduction of roadways. Much of the waterfront is already lined with high rises and housing. I hope that it can instead be maintained as a historic site which would be a destination for tourists, already proven by the popular Pen tours in the summer and would be made available to the public at all times not just to those who reside in the planned housing and condos. Dream Big! Keep the Penitentiary as it is externally with its beautiful setting, walls and buildings. Renovate the interior of the buildings for use by the public as almost all the proposals suggest. Use this space for tourists, culture, museums restaurants and small commercial spaces for retail but no big box stores or residential units. The rents will bring in revenue. A hotel would appeal but only if it maintains the exterior and height of the building. Maintain some of the buildings and cells as when they were used as a prison, provide tours similar to the past two summers, the tourists and residents will continue to come and provide revenue both through tours and the use of other facilities such as shops and restaurants, galleries, and overnight stays in the city. Maintain the marina and add docking and facilities for overnight mooring similar to the Confederation Marina, again drawing tourists and revenue. Keep access for all to the waterfront with the walkway common to all proposals. Do not remove the existing Penitentiary walls, it then loses all significance of being
a Penitentiary, this was already done at the Women's Pen. Once buildings and walls come down they are gone forever!! If more access is required other than what is now available add more gates in the wall similar to the one now at the waterfront. Keep the interior free of cars, be daring, it has not hurt European towns to restrict traffic. Should a hotel be included there can be access on foot at the back through a gate. It is necessary to maintain the parking now available on the east side of the walls and at the harbour, no room for housing. Adding through roads or roads of any nature would only bring traffic, noise, pollution to what should remain park like and pedestrian friendly. the present open areas should remain and the historic feeling should be maintained. If Search and Rescue moves inside the walls they too should use the existing buildings or locate outside the west wall. A grocery store would only bring unnecessary traffic to the area and would be unnecessary if no housing development, a small shop in the area could supply the tourists with what they need. The Portsmouth Harbour building should remain intact, it too is part of Kingston's history although more recent. How proud the city was in 1976 to host the Sailing Olympics, we were fortunate to be living here then. A restaurant would be a great addition where one was then and the downstairs could remain as the sail room and function area it now is or used for the Marine Museum, so much a part of Kingston's history if it is not given a home in the Penitentiary area. Cork and other sailing events require a space in one of the sites and accommodation for the participants on site in a Penitentiary building would be appreciated and help support the other businesses there as well as provide a unique experiences for the sailors who come from around the world. Please keep the two locations as the historical sites they are for future generations. Suburban housing, condos and traffic are everywhere. Let's appreciate and showcase what we have. Sincerely, Dixie Dittburner, Portsmouth
City Hall extends funds to homeless shelters, meal providers in 2017 BILL HUTCHINS
News - As the weather turns colder, Kingston's emergency shelters are getting renewed funding to help the homeless. The City of Kingston is allocating more than $375,000 to support three organizations; Home Base Housing's In From the Cold shelter, Ryandale Shelter for the Homeless and The Salvation's Army's The Gathering Place. In From the Cold's 29-bed coed shelter will get the lion's share of funding, an extra $150,000 in municipal tax support through 2017, to provide sufficient staffing and resources to offer people a warm place to stay during the daytime hours, a service that it was not able to provide in the past. Staff say the additional money will allow In From the Cold case managers to better connect with clients in the daytime, providing them support and education with issues such as social skills, healthy eating, hygiene practices, how to talk to a landlord, how to be a good tenant, living alone, exercise and literacy classes, foot and dental care. "Opening the day services program at 540 Montreal Street would allow clients, shelter workers and Housing First/Rapid Re-Housing housing-based case
management staff to connect more easily to work on developing and implementing housing plans," according to a report by Sheldon Laidman, the city's director of housing and social services. Ryandale, a 15-bed shelter at 23 Elm Street, will get $113,000 from January to June of next year. The six months of funding is meant to help Ryandale transition away from its current role of providing emergency overflow beds. "The Board of Directors of Ryandale Shelter have indicated to City staff that they are dedicated to reducing the number of shelter beds in the community and that they are interested in pursuing options to re-purpose the Ryandale Shelter facility," said Laidman. The city's 2015 Housing First strategy aims to reduce shelter bed utilization by 50 per cent by 2023 and get more homeless people into permanent, affordable housing. This goal is expected to eliminate overflow services provided by Ryandale. To date, a total of 224 people have found more suitable accommodation under the Housing First model. But city officials say they haven't yet reached the point where the number of shelter beds
should be scaled back. The occu- approximately 1,200 meals each the United Way to develop a food pancy rate in Kingston's emergen- month for those who are living in security plan which will include a cy shelters was 79 per cent in Sep- poverty," Laidman explained. review of meal service availability tember, a figure that's expected to City officials say they are also and need in the community." increase with the onset of winter. working on long-term strategies Staff say they will provide a "The total number of shelter to provide food security to the follow up report to council to beds, inclusive of the overflow city's vulnerable population. address meal service availability shelter, remained unchanged at Laidman explained: "In 2017, which could have "future implica86 beds with a goal that as more City staff will be working with tions" for The Gathering Place. chronically homeless clients accessing the shelter system are housed, the need for an overflow shelter would be eliminated," said Laidman. The Gathering Place at 342 Patrick Street will continue to benefit from another $115,000 next year to support its primary role as a Serving the Marine Industry since 1974... drop-in centre Two Generations Later that offers warm meals Tuesday, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. "The 613 384 6316 | 800 268 4186 | Email: topshop@kos.net Gathering Place 2053 Hwy 38, at Bur Brook Road. Kingston serves a need in 2 km north of 401 (next to DM Boat Sales) the community by providing
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Local authors release book challenging the story of Vimy Ridge BY TORI STAFFORD
News – When it comes to our nation’s history, there is what actually happened, and then there is what we ‘remember’ – and the two may be mutually exclusive, according to local authors. There are few people who actually remember the First World War, which officially ended nearly 100 years ago. What people do remember is what they’ve been told of the Great War, says Ja-
mie Swift, co-author of The Vimy Trap, and the stories of the First World War have been shaped by those who’ve told and interpreted them more and more as time has passed. “Everything from the Legion, to the Governor General, to Don Cherry holds that the Great War and, more particularly, the Battle of Vimy Ridge, was what brought Canada together,” said Swift. “The argument is that Canada
didn’t really mature or come of age until the Great War… in the book, we argue, and we hope persuasively with lots of evidence, that in the period after the Great War – particularly in the 20s and 30s, and even into the 40s, 50s, 60s – the Great War was remembered as a tragedy, as something that happened that should never happen again, and that artists, veterans and a whole lot of people regarded it that way.” The Vimy Trap (or How we Learned to Stop
Worrying and Love the Great War) is the work of Swift, the author of a variety of books looking at Canadian history and politics, and co-author Ian McKay, one of the nation’s most renowned historians. The book closely follows themes from the pair’s previous book, Warrior Nation, and stacks meticulously researched evidence that the First World War, and specifically the Battle of Vimy Ridge, did not have the uniting effects on Canada many people believe they did, Swift explained. The reason so many regard the Battle of Vimy
Ridge as a Canadian triumph and a contest that brought our nation together is the result of something Swift and McKay have called ‘Vimyism’ – “a form of ultra-patriotic, militarized, English-Canadian nationalism that holds that all the freedoms that we enjoy have been brought to us by the military.” In short, the authors argue the Battle of Vimy Ridge has been romanticized, allowing Canadians to celebrate its victory as one that somehow defines the nation. And there is a reason for that, Swift explained. “It’s all about myth,” said Swift, pointing out that the word ‘myth’ has two meanings, one being that a ‘myth’ refers to nonsense or fabled story. “But the other meaning of myth is that myths are stories that people, families, religions, societies, and countries tell each other, and these stories become sort of the social glue that helps to bring Continued on page 15
Jamie Swift is the co-author of The Vimy Trap, which challenges the widespread story of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Tori Stafford/Metroland
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Arabesque: setting the barre high
A new dance studio in town has opened its doors, offering students highly trained and skilled staff and a diversity of dance styles. In the world of dance, the technique known as arabesque is a beautiful and graceful position in which a dancer stands on one leg, while the other leg is extended behind the body. Both legs are straight. In classical ballet, the arabesque is sometimes performed en pointe, in which the supporting leg is actually balanced upon a straight foot, toes pointed directly at the floor. It’s a physically demanding technique that can take years of training to perfect or even perform it adequately. Arabesque is a fitting name for Kingston’s newest dance studio and school. There’s a sparkling newness to the studios, outfitted perfectly for the demands of dance. You’ll find Arabesque in the Atrium Mall at the top of Days Road in the little plaza that also includes a martial arts school and Playtrium. “I chose the name because an arabesque is a ballet term, and ballet is the foundation of most dance forms, and an arabesque can have numerous variations, just like the variety of students and people we encounter every day,” said Erin Tackaberry, Artistic Director of the school. Arabesque Dance Academy entered the local scene in a rather humble and quiet manner. No giant billboards. No flashing lights and expensive ads. The only reason I knew it existed is because I drive past the location regularly. I finally stopped in to see what the school looked like and to meet the staff. I was pleasantly surprised by what I found and was impressed by the academy. They offer classes in ballet, mod-
ern, contemporary, lyrical, acro, tap, jazz and hip hop. There’s also creative movement classes for parents and tots. The instruction staff members are highly qualified. Erin Tackaberry completed her BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) Honours Degree at York University in Toronto. No surprise: her area of specialization for her degree was dance. I watched her teach some of her senior students and there’s a calm intensity to her approach. She’s trained with dancers from the National Ballet of Canada, Alberta Ballet Company, and the Martha Graham Company. She acts as a model and mentor. Her students obviously look up to and respect her. It’s also clear that she knows how to teach, and that taps into another of her qualifications. She’s a certified teacher. In addition to Erin Tackaberry, left, the Artistic Director of Arabesque Academy of Dance, works on choreography with her BFA, Tackaberry has a Bach- three of her senior students, from left, Maddy Snider, Tatiana Cimbura, and Lexi Cimbura. Kingston’s newest elor of Education degree and has dance studio is located at 541 Days Road in the Atrium Mall. Mark Bergin / Metroland taught in multiple settings such as a private school, with the Toronto Board of EduR0013592625_1210 cation, and in day care centres. She’s seen the effects dance has on her own life. “When I dance I feel freedom and Canadian Made connected Queen Sofa Bed to my inner in stock and self. Some$ Only ready for times I get too wrapped up in being busy, or tired, but none of that matters if I just let my body move. It Many styles in fabric and leather helps relieve in stock for quick delivery!! the stress and … and FREE DELIVERY! makes me feel lighter, but also WHY PAY MORE? WE ARE YOUR FURNITURE STORE! more grounded.” 51 Concession Street, Westport - Ontario - Canada • (613) 273-2064
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Tackaberry may seem young— she’s 27—to be such a highly qualified dance teacher and artistic director, until you realize she’s been dancing since she was two. That’s a quarter of a century of experience. “I want to instill such a passion for dance in children that they want to continue and grow with it,” said Tackaberry. “It’s been such a big part of my life, and I know what it’s meant for my life.” She said she still remembers her early dance years. “I remember my cousin signed up and I saw her dance,” said Tackaberry. “I wanted to do what I saw her doing. I remember one of my first dance costumes. I was a duck.” A quarter of a century later, she said she loves the work of Bob Fosse and Mikhail Baryshnikov. “I love old school jazz,” she said. “It’s awesome. And I like classical ballet as well as some new productions. I saw Alice in Wonderland by the National Ballet in Toronto, and it was fantastic. They used a multi-media approach.” One of the Arabesque dance teachers, Jessica Irwin, is a fellow graduate of the York University BFA (dance) Honours degree with a Specialization in Performance and Choreography. Like Tackaberry, Irwin grew up in Brockville. Irwin is currently attending the Queen’s University Bachelor of Education program. Erin Tackaberry moved to Kingston because it’s, well, basically, Kingston. “I wanted to be closer to home, and I really like the cultural opportunities in Kingston,” she said. “It’s an awesome place to live.” The location is ideal for a rather neglected area of the city in terms of dance instruction. It’s a couple of blocks from Frontenac High School and is in the centre of an area full of young and older families with lots of children and teens who may be aching to become involved in the world of dance. Tackaberry explained that any-
one can dance and they can start at any age. “We start with creative movement for the youngest dancers,” she said. “It helps them keep a focus. It’s almost like they don’t know they’re learning the basics and fundamentals. But anyone can start at any age, whether teen or adult. It’s never too late to start. Dance is good for the brain and the body for both the young and old.” She said that dance allows children to build self-confidence, and it provides a healthy outlet where they can build social skills. She also said dance provides many cognitive benefits as well, such as memorization skills. “All of these definitely help in creating well-balanced and confident individuals.” But dance isn’t just for the individual. Tackaberry sees dance helping to build communities. “Dance is important in our lives because it allows us to take a break from the everyday happenings of life and be totally emerged in a story all our own, whether you’re the dancer or spectator. Even if the dancing happens to be about a current event, or choreography done by another person, no two people are going to dance the same, and it allows us to be ourselves. It’s important for our culture because it’s a form of storytelling. It can be a simple, straightforward story or a very complex story, but either way its a story that brings people together. The world definitely needs more beautiful things like dance which allow people to come together for something good.” Arabesque Dance Academy has joined the ranks of 5-6-7-8 Dance Studio, Kingston School of Dance, Leisa’s School of Dance, and TK Danceworx in setting the standards high for quality dance instruction in the city. For more information about Arabesque Academy of Dance, visit arabesqueacademy.ca. Mark Bergin on Twitter @markaidanbergin.
Erin Tackaberry, left, the Artistic Director of Arabesque Academy of Dance, works on choreography with three of her senior students, from left, Maddy Snider, Tatiana Cimbura, and Lexi Cimbura. Kingston’s newest dance studio is located at 541 Days Road in the Atrium Mall. Mark Bergin / Metroland
Local authors release book challenging the story of Vimy Ridge Continued from page 12
myth is that myths are stories that people, families, religions, societies, and countries tell each other, and these stories become sort of the social glue that helps to bring cultures, country, families, and religions together. And the stories get told over and over again,” he said. “So even if it’s patently not true that the Great War and the battle of Vimy Ridge brought Canada together and created an independent country – and you cannot prove that, in fact, the book shows
otherwise – that doesn’t matter if the story gets repeated over and over and over again and enough people come to believe it. So that’s what our book is trying to push back against, with considerable evidence.” Swift pointed to modern day myth tellers such as Pierre Berton as having helped to create the belief that the Battle of Vimy Ridge was one that united Canada, which was fighting under British direction at the time. While it’s true that all four divisions of the Canadian Corps did work together for the first time to secure vic-
tory at Vimy Ridge, that victory did not bring the nation together in the same way, Swift said. In fact, the very monument at Vimy Ridge, which is the most popular of all Canadian monuments among travellers and patriots, was designed and built as a monument to peace – a fact Swift uncovered right here in Kingston after finding the original papers famed Canadian sculptor Walter Allward in Queen’s University Archives. “As it turns out, the Vimy Memorial is a peace monument. Walter Allward referred to it as ‘A sermon against War,’” said Swift.
“The most striking figure there, which is sometimes called ‘Mother Canada’ – a woman with her head shrouded, looking down, one breast exposed… a classical expression of grief – is formally called ‘Canada Bereft’ by Allward.” And with the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge fast approaching in April 2017, Swift and McKay felt now was the best time to challenge the popular opinion of the ‘prolific’ battle – before the nation falls into a “flagwaving, patriotic extravaganza,” as it did during the 200th anniver-
sary of the War of 1812 just a few years ago. “One of the points of the book is to show how remembrance and commemoration are contested terrain, and always have been and always will be,” said Swift. “Which is not to say that wars have not produced big changes… we’re not saying that wars are not important in Canadian history, it’s just that they’re dressed up in this patriotic garb that we don’t think they should be dressed up in.” The Vimy Trap is published by Between the Lines books and available at most bookstores.
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Nativity Exhibition sheds light on the true meaning of Christmas for area students BY TORI STAFFORD
News – As December began, students throughout the area were reminded of the Christmas story by taking in hundreds of different nativity scene displays at St. Paul the Apostle Parish. On Thursday, Dec. 1 and Friday, Dec. 2, students from across the Algonquin Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) attended St. Paul’s for its annual Nativity Exhibition. The Exhibition is made up from over 300 nativity displays, a collection amassed by the late Tony Vella, who passed away in 2015. Following Vella’s passing, his family decided to continue the Exhibition in their father’s honour, offer students the chance to see nativity scenes from around the world, as well as those made by Vella himself. For those with the ALCDSB, it’s the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season and bring the meaning of Christmas front and centre for students. “The Nativity project is supported by a committee at the Algonquin Lakeshore Catholic District School Board – the Catholic Character and Culture Steering Ryan, a grade three student at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School in Amherstview, at the annual Committee – and one of the manNativity Exhibition at St. Paul the Apostle Parish on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016. dates of the committee is to name,
articulate, support and promote those features of our school system which proclaim our distinctive Catholic identity,” said Mike Gundert, coordinator of religious and family life education for the ALCDSB. “The Nativity project does just that – it supports our Catholic identity as a school board.” The Exhibition saw students split into groups, which toured the displays held in three rooms of St. Pauls. It also included a number of activity stations for the students, where the birth of Jesus and the story of his birth were studied in fun and interactive ways, such as playing ‘Nativity Jeopardy.’ The Exhibition also paid tribute to Vella for his efforts to offer such a unique experience to students in the area. Vella was born in Malta, where he trained under his uncle in how to create nativity scenes. That uncle was St. George Preca, a modern day saint canonized by Pope Benedict XVI in 2007. Preca was the second saint ever on the island of Malta, and the only saint at the time. Continued on page 17
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“What St. George Preca did was he gifted children in Malta with nativity scenes, so Tony carried that on here and established the Nativity Exhibition in Kingston,” Gundert explained. “He wanted to remind students that the word of God became flesh and lived among us, which comes from the Gospel of John in the bible.” Students from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic School in Amherstview were full of excitement as they took in the exhibition on Thursday, Dec. 1. Discussing things such as why it was important that the animals be close during the birth of Jesus, and which displays they liked best, the students were fascinated by the variety of displays and the differences between them.
“It’s really great to see them so engaged,” said Shaun Tymchuk, a volunteer with the Knights of Columbus on hand to discuss the nativity scenes with the children. “It’s important that we ask them questions and talk to them about what they think and feel about the different nativities, and they seem to enjoy it.” And having the students take in and discuss the displays was exactly what Vella intended when he began showing his collection here in Kingston each year at Christmas, Gundert expressed. “Tony, who was a parishioner here at the Parish, began making nativity scenes when he was 12 years old,” he said. “When Tony established the exhibition, his aim was to remind students that Christians celebrate the birth of Christ at Christmas.”
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Kingston arts power couple presents a night of music and comedy BY HOLLIE PRATT-CAMPBELL
Finding chemistry on stage has never been a issue for Anna Sudac and Jesse MacMillan. The two met and fell in love in 2012 on the set of SALON Theatre's Sir John Eh: The Musical. "In between rehearsals for that show I would be playing the piano and Anna would be thinking up a song to it," MacMillan recalls. "We just sort of felt this creative spark, this performing spark between us. Like, oh, you can do that and I like to do that too, that's funny." Over the years, both have emerged as stand-out talents on the Kingston arts scene, whether performing musical/comedy shows as a couple or pursuing individual passions. Together, they've played at fish fries, hoedowns and weddings, opened for Ray Bonneville and performed their signature 20-minute '90s medley as the opening act for WANNABE: A Spice Girls Tribute at the Mansion. On Dec. 12, you can catch them at the Domino Theatre for "A Night of Music" - the first of what is hoped to be an ongoing series of live music at the theatre. "There's this tradition of George Burns/Gracie Allen - people who are a couple who are entertainers and perform together," Sudac says of their performance style. "In addition
to any material, concrete songs that they perform, there's the way they talk about the songs, the way they talk about each other." Often, unexpected mishaps during rehearsals and the resulting banter will become part of the show. "We don't rehearse it too much, but it'll be just an interesting thing that came from a real place and made us both laugh," she says. "That's something we learned with SALON too. When writing songs, if something comes up in our workshop or rehearsal and makes everybody laugh, even if it's kind of weird, find a place for that because it makes other people laugh too." Sudac and MacMillan typically perform a mix of covers and their own original material. The shows contain an emotional range more typical of musicals or dramas than concerts. "As an audience member I like the up and down, joy to sadness in a musical," says MacMillan. "Usually musicals are comedies, but usually something sad happens that makes you cry." "I think it's a bit unique that we get to do shows that have that," Sudac adds. "There are moments of honesty because we talk, tell stories. The songs are also stories of people that we've been inspired by." Often their original material will
take on a sadder tone, while the covers are original versions of wellknown love and pop songs. As always, the meaning of any given song can evolve for performers and audience members alike. "We have a cover of Lady in Red and people tend to not even notice that it is that song until the chorus," says Sudac, noting that the song is one that has generated unexpected responses from audience members. "Some people are like, what a hilarious song to cover - that's kind of how we felt about it, but then other people will come up and be like oh my god that was my wedding song, thank you." One time a man approached them after a show and remarked that it was the first song he danced to with his wife, who had recently passed away. "A song can mean so much to someone - it made us respect the Jesse MacMillan and Anna Sudac. song more," says MacMillan. The Dec. 12 show will be per- larly challenging few months and formed on the same stage that cur- year for many, and she and Jesse rently holds the set of the Domino's hopes this show will present an opproduction of It's a Wonderful Life, portunity for laughter and healing. which MacMillan also did sound de"I think it's important for people sign for. to be in the same space and experi"We thought about reading a ran- ence things together. Laughing is one dom scene from It's a Wonderful Life of those things that if it's genuine, as unsolicited cross-promotion," Su- if you really are moved to laugh at dac laughs. something, then everything else can She notes that it's been a particu- kind of disappear."
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"It will be a nice night of good music," MacMillan adds. "There will be some ups and downs, some personal stories, and completely madeup comedy bits. We hope people walk away feeling better." A Night of Music takes place Monday, Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Domino Theatre (52 Church St.). Tickets are $15 and are available at Novel Idea or at the door.
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KGH receives $5,000 in honour of Greek Community of Kingston member ‘lost too soon’ TORI STAFFORD
News - Members of the Greek Community of Kingston gathered in front of the Emergency Department entrance at Kingston General Hospital (KGH) on Wednesday, Nov. 30 to bestow a gift to the hospital in honour of a beloved community member "lost too soon," said Dimitri Senis, president of the organization. "We lost a young member of our community in a very freak accident," Senis said, referring to the loss of Kostandinos 'Gus' Tsoulis, who passed away in September of 2015 due to complications resulting from a fall. Gus was only 36 years old at the time of his death, and was described by members of the community as "boisterous," "always the centre of attention," and "loved by everyone." "We hold golf tournaments in our community, and this year we decided we would love to donate a cheque to the emergency department at KGH. We have a lot of gratitude for all of the hard work and all of the behind-the-scenes doctors, nurses and so on and so forth," said Senis, who expressed that the Community hopes to make such a donation on an an-
The Greek Community of Kingston presented a cheque to University Hospitals Kingston Foundation and the Emergency Department at KGH in honour of Community member Kostandinos ‘Gus’ Tasoulis, who passed away Sept. 2015. (L to R): Julie Caffin, KGH, Lori Faggiani, UHKF, Marie Wright, treasurer of the Greek Community of Kingston, Dimitri Senis, president of the Greek Community of Kingston, Tassia Tasoulis, Gus’ and Rev. Fr. Demetre Mouselimis. Tori Stafford/Metroland
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within the Greek Community of Kingston were incredibly grateful for the care Gus received at the KGH Emergency Department, and noted that the cheque presentation coincided with her son's birthday. "He would have been 38 today," said Tasoulis. "My son came here when he had the accident and he fell, and he was operated [on] here. I figured when you give back to your community, you should give to the places that are important as best you can." The Greek Community of Kingston presented a cheque for $5,000 to representatives from KGH and the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation (UHKF), including Julie Caffin, emergency department program operational director for KGH. Caffin thanked the Greek Community of Kingston and the Tasoulis family, explaining that the gift will be used in an upcoming project at KGH. "We're just starting the very exciting work of planning a new emerg. It's going to be state-of-theart, and we're very excited," Caffin said. "Your donation is going to go a long way in helping us create that dream, so thank you."
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Wolfe Island docking proposals: Reviewed by islanders Island and Kingston presentations,” Frontenac Islands Mayor Denis Doyle said. “ And I spoke to as many people as I could. The first MTO presentation on proposed changes to the docks resulted in a lot of feedback, with changes proposed to downsize the Marysville and Kingston docks,” he said. “The Dawson Point dock it seems was not a major concern receiving generally receiving positive comments at the first meetings and again at this second round. The new Kingston dock proposal does not use the Queen Street dock and looks much better in the artistic renderings (done of each of the three docks) than the previous design. While some people suggested minor changes those I talked to at both meetings where very positive. And the new Marysville proposal is better and will be designed to allow better water flow under the dock,” he said. “Once again the Marysville dock received the bulk of the comments. Most people I spoke say suggest that it ( the dock) is still too big and requires further consideration. Also of particular concern is
MTO is looking for feedback from the public on the new docking proposals, with a cut off date of January 6th. “ I urge you to become involved. To assist those who did not have a chance to get to one of the meetings. The material presented at the recent Information Centre will be available at the Wolfe Island Town Hall for review. I would encourage all to have a look and make comments. This material is also available on the MTO website at www.wolfeislandferryea.ca,” Mayor Doyle concluded. Around Town :* Rumour has it that most of the equipment for the micro brewery on Wolfe Island has begun to arrive, or may already be in place for that matter, with quite a bit of work going on at the old plant. Opening is slated for some time in the new year. ** Many thanks to the WI United Church Women for another Lunch Bunch Travel Series. ***The Christmas Market pre-
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At the invitation of the Ministry of Transportation, and Morrison Hershfield Ltd., the residents of Wolfe Island did indeed have the opportunity for a second look at how the planning is proceeding for the renovation of the Wolfe Island ferry service, the docks in Kingston and on Wolfe Island. Morrison Hershfield Ltd. is conducting the $1.8 million environmental assessment of the potential for adding a 75-vehicle ferry to the route and rebuilding the three ferry docking terminals. This is the first time the MTO has conducted an EA for the addition of a second ferry to an existing route. At the first public information centre, held some months ago (June 2016), where the public was offered a first overview of the docking proposals, the general opinion of islanders was that the docking facilities described for Wolfe Island might just be too much for the small rural hamlet of Marysville. At that first meeting opinions ranged from “we just need one extra ferry length of dock (may-
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20 more signs you've lived all or most of your life in Kingston, Ontario BY HOLLIE PRATT-CAMPBELL
Here you go, townies: 20 more signs you might be from the #ygk. (A sequel to our hit 2014 list 20 signs you've lived all or most of your life in Kingston, Ontario.) 1) You miss the welcoming red glow of the Alcan sign that signalled "home". 2) You remember when the Kingston Frontenacs played at the Memorial Centre and secretly miss going there for games. (Maybe you even remember when the team was called the Kingston Canadians.) 3) You're comforted by the knowledge that if inmates escape from prison, "the last thing they're gonna do is hang around here". 4) You know that a Kingston kid's first visit to Morrison's is an important rite of passage. 5) You (or your kids) attended at least one birthday party at Celebrity Sports World/Studio 801. 6) You've spent time in other university towns and noted how unremarkable/normal the students seem compared to Queen's.
7) You've spent time in other cities and been shocked at how okay everyone is with the concept of new buildings going up. 8) You have at least one photo of yourself with the Gaskin Lion. 9) You remember when there were only two Tim Horton's in town. You are thankful every day that now you can drive five minutes in any direction and arrive at one. 10) You've lived through decades of third crossing debate. You'll fall over in shock if it ever amounts to anything. 11) You've lived through decades of talk about the Counter Stre - er - John Counter Blvd expansion and the bridge that will supposedly go over the train tracks. While there now appears to be physical evidence this is being worked on, you're still skeptical about it ever getting done. 12) At least one person in your family has a treasure trove of stories about wild times had at 'the Ports' in the '70s and '80s. 13) You think of Elginburg/
Glenburnie as "the country" even though it only takes 10 minutes to drive there. 14) You refuse to refer to the area of Ontario Street with the new condos as anything other than "Block D". 15) You know that the strip mall at Bath and Gardiners Roads was once the site of a drive-in movie theatre. 16) You had many good times at the amusement park that used to be at Lake Ontario Park. You thought that little roller coaster was pretty much the greatest. 17) You've walked on to the Wolfe Islander for a free boat ride and/or to cool down on a hot day. 18) You've never actually ventured into The Royal Tavern but have always been sort of curious about it. 19) Your heart swells with pride whenever a non-townie mentions Gord Downie, Doug Gilmour, Don Cherry, etc. 20) You have at least three pewter local landmarks on your Christmas tree.
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39 Club of Kingston - Fri. Dec.9. Music by Chuck Western Sky at Matt’s Place Legion 631, Main Hall at 4034 Bath Rd. at Collins Bay. 7:30-11:00 pm. Singles and couples welcome. $10 per person $8 for members ,Q *RRG 7DVWH LV D ÀQH GLQLQJ H[SHULence for single seniors and will meet at Mango, 161 Princess St, Dec 9 5:30 p.m. If interested to attend, please contact Norma at 613-542-3622 or Nicole at 613-634-1966. The Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints Presents 6th Annual NativLW\ ([KLELW 7KXUVGD\ 'HF IURP WR 9 p.m., Friday, Dec. 9 from 4 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring donations of non-perishable food items for local food bank. 501 Crouse St, Napanee (Corner of Church St & Newburgh Rd). Free event. All nativities displayed DW WKH ([KLELWLRQ DUH JHQHURXVO\ ORDQHG by members of the community. If you have a nativity you’d like to share, we’d love to display it. Questions: 613-3782807 Kingstown Players performance of the musical pantomime, Sleeping Beauty written and directed by Steven Spencer. This mischievously funny version will EH VXUH WR H[FLWH WKH ZKROH IDPLO\ 3HUformances take place Wednesday-Saturday evening at 7 p.m. with two Saturday matinees at 1:30 p.m. from Dec. 7 to 17 at The Rotunda Theatre, Queen’s Theological Hall, Queen’s University. Book early at kingstownplayers.com to avoid disappointment. Youth, senior and family rates available. Kingston Humane Society - Christmas trees and fresh wreaths are on sale now until Dec. 24, or while supplies last. . They are $40 and wreaths are $25, with $10 from each purchase going to the KHS. For more information about holiday events, adoptable animals, and how you can support the kingston humane society visit their website at kingstonhumanesociety.ca Loyalist Township staff are invitLQJ DUHD UHVLGHQWV WR KHOS ÀOO WKH /Lons Club hampers, distributed each Christmas in our community. Christ-
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Come out and sing for your supper! BellRock Hall is hosting an afternoon of entertainment by the popular local gospel group, Crimson River, followed by a ham and scalloped potato supper. Amongst other selections, the group promises to sing some favourite Christmas songs, and you are invited to sing along with them. Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m.: Cost $20, Location: BellRock Hall (see www. bellrockhall.ca for map)Tickets available at Verona Hardware, Asslestine’s Hardware, Nicole’s Gifts, Food Less Travelled (Family Farms). The Kingston & District Old Tyme Fiddlers Association Christmas funtasia will be held on Sunday, Dec. 11 at Rideau Acres Banquet hall. Music and dancing from 2 to 6 p.m. followed by a turkey dinner. Cost $15/person. Guest entertainers Jeff Code and Evelyn Ramdhanie. Reserved tickets required for dinner. Tickets available at A World of Rentals, 154 Railway Street. For more info 613 546 3451 or 613 542-8010. Canadian Club of Kingston Luncheon meeting Wednesday, Dec. 14. Non members welcome. Keynote AdGUHVV +HU ([FHOOHQF\ 6KDURQ -RKQston, spouse of Canada’s Governor General David Johnston. Minos Village Restaurant 2762 Princess Street, Kingston. Lunch reservations: 613 384 2021. Members $27; non members $35. Club information: 613 530 2704; www.canadianclubkingston. org. Kingston Photographic Club, Monday Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m. - Christmas Social Night Turkey Dinner and Cash Bar Members Slide/Print Night Advanced Ticket Sales ONLY Renaissance Event Venue, 285 Queen St. Kingston Frontenac Farmers Market - Christmas Market - Saturday Dec 10 - 9 a.m. to 2. p.m. - Prince Charles Public School, 6875 Hwy 38, Verona – we have partnered with Prince Charles Public School and local Vendors to help with fund raising for playground equipment - We have over 50 Vendors with unique Christmas Gift ideas,
tasty treats and delicious local food. Come have Breakfast with Santa - details on our Facebook page. Join the Kingston Townsmen Chorus and She Sings! Choir, with special guests, for their Christmas Concert presentation, Please Come home For Christmas; on Sunday, Dec. 11, at the Cooke’s-Portsmouth United Church , 200 Norman Rodgers Drive, Kingston. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. and the Concert begins at 2:30 p.m. Admission: General, $20.00; Student, $15.00; 12 & Under, Free. Advance tickets available from Brian’s Record Option, Chorus/Choir members or at the door. Contact: Tel: 613 777 8188; www.KingstonTownsmen.com; www.shesings.ca TLTI Agriculture Summit 2016 Township of Leeds and Thousand Islands’ Economic Development &RPPLWWHH LV VSHDUKHDGLQJ LWV Ă€UVW $Jriculture Summit. A free event open to those working in the sector and those ORRNLQJ WR OHDUQ PRUH -RLQ DV H[KLELtor or participant Friday, Dec. 9. More info : www.leeds1000islands.on.ca contact: Kim Goodman 613-659-2415 Westbrook United Church, community breakfast Dec. 17, 8 to 11 a.m. Adults $7 Children 6 and under $3 3526 Princess Street 613-389-3883 Kingston & District Branch, UEL Association of Canada holds its Annual General Meeting on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church Hall, Queen and Montreal Streets. (Optional sandwich ‘n square lunch at 12:00, hall open from 11:30 a.m.). Speaker will EH -HDQ 5DH %D[WHU ´+RQRXULQJ /R\alist History through Fiction.â€? Further details can be found at www.uelac.org/ kingston. St. George’s Cathedral Advent Concerts continue on Thursdays to Dec. 15 from 12:15 to 12:50 p.m.. Admission is free, with a voluntary offering collected. The Cathedral is at 270 King St. E. (at Johnson) Call 613548-4617 or visit www.stgeorgescathedral.ca or www.facebook.com/ StGeorgeConcerts. Join us for a midday musical interlude!
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Maui (Dwayne Johnson) stole the Heart of Creation from Te Fiti. In doing so he woke the lava demon Te Ka, and a great darkness began creeping across the world. To stop the darkness, and save her island, Moana must find Maui and sail him across the ocean to give Te Fiti back her heart. It's a long and dangerous journey. There are storms and monsters and at the end Te Ka. The hardest part however might be convincing Maui to go. In the old days stories were simple. It was good versus evil, and it was resolved with a climactic battle to the death. Moana is so much more complex. It sets up what appears to be the classic story, but then it turns it on its head. Instead of brute force alone it takes ingenuity, determination and understanding to win the day. The story is about finding who you are and being true to yourself, and the film stays true to that message all the way to the very end. The animation is incredibly rich. The detail, the play of light and shadow, and the richness of colour is mesmerizing. Moana and her world isn't simply rendered on the big screen it
lives and breathes up there. The animators have outdone themselves, and are only matched by the voice actors. Temuera Morrison, Nicole Scherzinger, Rachel House and Jemaine Clement don't just lend these characters their voices they give them life and personality. Who better to be the voice of the larger than life demigod Maui than someone who is larger than life himself ? Like everything he does Dwayne Johnson throws himself into Maui body and soul and without fear. To say he is perfect for this role would be an understatement. In Auli'i Cravalho Disney has found a remarkable talent. With her voice she gives Moana her strength, her humour, her determination, and her heart. Then when she sings she gives Moana her power. Moana is the hero of this story, and Cravalho shines as star of this film. Moana's powerful message, along with its intelligent story, coupled with animation that can only be described as breathtaking make it a joy to watch. Mark Haskins' column is a regular feature.
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A penny saved was a penny well earned Every cent I owned was laid out on my bed. I had untied it from the corner of my hankie, and no matter how often I counted it, I still had only 31 cents. I knew I was getting 25 cents from Mother as were my three brothers and sister, all because of the success of Turkey Fair day held in Renfrew. That money, with whatever else we were able to squirrel away, was to be used to buy our Christmas presents for everyone in the family. And that quarter just wasn't handed to us willy-nilly...no siree, we had to earn it! To get ready for Turkey Fair Day, we kids had to wash eggs, pluck and clean chickens and turkeys, and help Mother make dozens of sticky buns, all of which would be sold from our flat-bot-
tomed sleigh on the main street in Renfrew. And if sales were brisk, and only if sales were brisk, were we each given a whole quarter. So with the quarter, and my 31 cents, I was still short 44 cents. I had been casing the Five and Dime Store in Renfrew for weeks, and knew exactly what I was going to buy. My entire wad would be for Father's Christmas present. I would have to use my imagination to come up with presents for the rest of the family, but Father, I knew would be thrilled with what I desperately wanted to give him. The only problem was finding another 44 cents. For the longest time, we could see Father squinting more and more when he was reading the Ottawa Farm Journal. Mother said it was time to get into Renfrew to have his eyes tested and to get a pair of proper reading glasses. Well, as soon as Father heard it would cost $2 for the test alone, and that didn't even include the glasses, he said there was no way in hell he was going to waste that kind of money, and he could see
just fine, as we saw the paper getting closer and closer to his eyes. Well, I had seen a whole rack of glasses at the Five and Dime, and they were only $1 a pair, and right then and there, I decided Father would have his glasses! I would give them to him for Christmas! I didn't want to give away my secret, but I knew I had to bring Mother into my confidence to see if she had any ideas on how I could come up with another 44 cents. She said it wouldn't be fair to my brothers and sister if she just handed over another 44 cents to me. She mulled it over for a while, and then came up with what I thought was just about the smartest idea I had ever heard of. She said I could gather eggs, about two dozen she figured, and I could sell them myself in Renfrew and raise the extra money. And so, on a cold and wintery Saturday, I took the two dozen eggs and went into Renfrew with Mother, who had her own peddling to do, and I headed right for the Five and Dime Store, and the
counter with all the glasses laid out in neat rows. I put the little pail of eggs on the counter, and started to try on the glasses. With the first pair, I thought I was going blind! I had no better luck with any of the others. A kindly woman told me I was too young for them. I told her my story, how Father couldn't hardly read anymore, all I had was 56 cents, but I had two dozen eggs, and was there anyone in the store who might be interested in a good deal on eggs that had been taken right out of the hen house that very morning? I thought I saw her wipe the corner of her eyes with her sleeve, and said as a matter of fact, she herself was just about to get eggs that very day, and she would be delighted to take them off my hands. She paid 50 cents for the eggs, and I had six cents left over, and I grabbed a pair of the glasses, which came with a case, and was sure I was going to burst with excitement. The woman even wrapped them in white tissue paper, and
said Father was to come in himself after Christmas and change them for any pair that suited better! I couldn't fathom such kindness! Coming up with presents for everyone else, when I only had six cents to my name, took every bit of imagination I could muster. I knit a dish cloth for Mother, I gave Audrey one of the hankies I was given at last year's Christmas concert, and every time I went into Briscoe's General Store, and Mr. Briscoe handed me a humbug, (which I hated anyway) I asked if he minded if I changed it for a licorice pipe, and that was what my three brothers were getting from me for Christmas. I just knew in my heart, it was going to be the best Christmas ever! Interested in an electronic version of Mary's books? Go to https://www.smashwords.com and type MaryRCook for e-book purchase details, or if you would like a hard copy, please contact Mary at wick2@sympatico.ca.
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Steering feel formula a balancing act for carmakers Hi Brian, We have a Dodge Journey 2014. I noticed the steering wheel is very sensitive when turning it. A glance over to the side of the road can cause the car to move over to the centre line very easily. I feel the turn ratio (sensitivity) is too fine. There has been a lot of talk about distracted driving recently.
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I also think that the options for steering wheel movement should not include the 'comfort' (such as certain Kia models and other) option. With a slight turn of the wheel at highway speeds it easily puts you over the centre line. What are your thoughts about this? P Having spent a lot of time in and having logged more than a few kilometers on this particular cross-over, I feel enabled to provide an answer on this one. Carmakers are always trying to balance the steering feel on their products. Too much resistance and drivers complain of fatigue after even a few hours of driving and too much assist, leaves owners like this reader with an uncomfortable sense of lack of control. A lot of the decision making process in how to engineer any steering system relates to the target audience. Few luxury sedan owners for example would be happy with a harsh steering wheel that fed back every bump and groove on the road into their hands, while not too many large SUV or pick-up drivers want a feather-light touch on their controls. The Dodge Journey is aimed at a very wide and diverse group of consumers looking for everything
from personal transport to family hauling capability. This popular cross-over uses traditional power steering assist provided by a beltdriven hydraulic pump feeding pressure to a rack-and-pinion gear. It uses mechanical steering column connection components meaning a solid link between the steering wheel and the steering gear. I've personally never found the steering to be particularly light and it provides an appropriate amount of road feedback. However this is a pretty subjective observance. There are ways to improve things without reinventing the wheel or heading to the nearest auto retailer to trade this vehicle in on something else. A new set of tires with slightly more aggressive tread than the current boots can change things dramatically. Also, when carrying cargo of any substantial weight, taking a little care to balance the load, can go a long way to improving the steering response. Keep the heaviest items loaded over the rear wheels and not behind them. Up front, in the driver' seat it's important to be positioned correctly in terms of distance from the wheel and upper body height. I know for a seasoned driver this might sound like some patronizing advice, but trying different
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seat adjustments to find the right balance of comfort and control can make the difference between enjoying a particular auto's ride and absolutely detesting it. As to all the other vehicles out there with extra-comfort steering settings, I don't think they present nearly as much of a problem as their drivers. If a vehicle's steering geometry is properly adjusted it should prevent excessive wandering and as our roads are crowned (or slanted) to the outside of each lane to accommodate water run-off, if a driver provided no steering input for whatever reason, their vehicle should drift to the outside of their lane away from oncoming traffic (provided they didn't start off way over the centre line). But no amount of auto design and engineering (including all the current collision mitigation systems) can ever make up for an inattentive driver. Simply put, it's just like the popular meme adage; you only had one job! When you get behind the wheel, you only have to get from point A to point B safely while keeping those you share the journey with safe as well. Hi Brian, I'm interested in giving my 17-year-old grandson in Smiths Falls a skid control course for a Christmas present. Can you give me a school in this area to enroll in? Thanks, John What a great idea for a Christmas gift for a young (or even more experienced driver)! One of the better ones in our area is put on by the Motorsport Club of Ottawa at the Capital City Speedway (Hwy. 7 near Stittsville) in January or February. It's a complete one day course with plenty of good classroom and course instruction on all aspects of winter driving. You can check their website at www.mco.org and look under the events tab. They don't have much info published yet on the 2017 session but you can check their website from time to time to find dates, contact the organizers, and enroll your grandson. They've been providing this great service for years. If you have any questions, opinions, or stories on anything automotive please drop me a line, [By email to bjoeturner@hotmail. com listing 'Question for the Car Counselor' on the subject line or by post to Record News Communications, 65 Lorne St., P.O. Box 158, Smiths Falls, Ont. Yours in service Brian Turner
Italian ricotta cake a holiday favourite Torta di ricotta has appeared at Italian family holiday gatherings for generations. Lighter than cheesecake, it's creamy with a hint of orange and cinnamon. No matter how you slice it, it will contribute to a buon natale! Draining time: Overnight Preparation time: 30 minutes Baking time: 1 hour and 25 minutes Chilling time: 4 hours or overnight Serves: 16
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