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Jason Setnyk presents snippets of news that appeared on News & Politics STAFF SERGEANT SNYDER BRIAN APPOINTED TO THE ORDER OF MERIT OF THE POLICE FORCES The Cornwall Community Police Service is proud to announce that Staff Sergeant Brian Snyder was appointed to the Order of Merit of the Police Forces at a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, by His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, on Friday, May 24th, 2013. Staff Sergeant Snyder was 1 of only 47 appointments from across Canada.

125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAXVILLE FAIR THIS JUNE - This summer is going to mark an amazing anniversary.

The Kenyon Agricultural Society is busy preparing for the 125th anniversary of the Maxville Fair! The Fair takes place between Friday June 21 and Sunday June 23rd 2013. Activities this year will include a talent show, English Horse and Pony show, a carriage driving show, a highland dancing competition, a 125th anniversary parade and more. Another highlight of the event is the great live music. On Saturday June 22nd southern country rock band Switchgear and the Trench Town Oddities will be opening for CCMA’s Emerson Drive in Maxville.

This snapshot was taken by Jason Setnyk. For more information visit the Maxville Fair website: http://www.maxvillefair.ca CIVIC COMPLEX HOSTING JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES OVER NEXT 6 WEEKENDS - The Cornwall Civic Complex will once again host the annual convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses, which will see some 18,000 delegates attend over the next six weekends. English language conventions will be held on the weekends of May 31 to June 2, June 7 to 9 and June 14 to 16 followed by French language conventions on the weekends of June 21 to 23, June 28 to 30 and July 5 to 7. “This convention is one of the largest events that we host at the Civic Complex each year, and it generates significant economic spin-offs for the entire community,” said Janice Robinson, Facilities Rental Coordinator. “We’re thrilled to once again be hosting this event.”

SMARTWAY SEMINAR SET FOR JUNE 4TH 2013 -Whether conducting business on a global or local basis, individuals and companies need to seek new and innovative

ways to stay ahead. Fuel pricing and efficiency are a major concern in the effort to drive down cost.

SmartWay provides these tools enabling year-overyear evaluation of your company’s progress and providing a mechanism for you to measure your company against other companies in this sector. SCL Canada will be presenting a seminar geared to help solve some of the above issues. The seminar is entitled Maximize Your Competitive Advantage and will take place Tuesday June 4, 2013 from 11:30 AM – 2 PM at the Nav Centre in Cornwall. The event is expected to attract trucking, logistics and supply chain professionals from across Eastern Ontario.

Arts & Culture MAKESHIFT INNOCENCE HEADLINED FAN MILE IN BERLIN - Berlin Germany — A few years ago JesseJames Cameron and Makeshift Innocence were playing bar gigs in Cornwall Ontario.

When Jesse-James and the band headed out West to Calgary they hoped for big things. 2013 has been a huge year for the band. A few months ago they were nominated for a Juno award, and now last the band played their biggest show of their lives. Makeshift Innocence headlined Fan Mile in Berlin on Saturday May 25th in Germany to celebrate the Champions League Soccer final. There was literally a mile long sea of people, as over 100,000 people attended this event. The show was also broadcasted all over Germany. On Facebook Jesse-James said, “This is absolutely incredible. We are all still in shock and vibrating with joy! The official press for the show said that Makeshift Innocence is “One of the Highlights” of the show.” Congratulations Jesse-James Cameron and Makeshift Innocence!

STUDENT ART SHOW OPENING RECEPTION MAY 25TH AT TAG The 2013 Student Art Show takes place May 22nd to June 15th. The opening reception was last Saturday May 25th at 2pm. This snapshot of the set-up was taken by Sylvie Lizotte. For more info on what is happening at TAG visit: http://www.tagcornwall.ca OVER 1000 TURN OUT FOR RCMP MUSICAL RIDE IN CHESTERVILLE - After a hectic morning reorganizing the ring due to weather, over 1,000 people turned out for the RCMP Musical Ride in Chesterville last Sunday.

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theseeker.ca Relay For Life taking place on June 7th! I can’t describe the emotions I’m feeling! I’m overwhelmed by all our Community members that supported and attended the event!

Cancer affects so many individuals and for me it’s affected us in a big way with many of my own family members who have passed and who are currently battling! It was my way of giving back and doing my part.

Thanks to everyone who made this event possible!”

Kudos to Angela Pilon, and to all the organizers and participants!

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My name is Jason Setnyk, and these are the Seeker Snippets for this week!

Jason Setnyk is a local high school teacher, journalist, published and award winning author, photographer, arts and culture event coordinator, and a community volunteer sitting on numerous boards and committees. http: //jason-setnyk.blogspot.ca

GUYS FOR KIDS A FUN FUNDRAISER - Guys For Kids’ was a fun and unique fundraising event to raise proceeds for local children through the Max Keeping Foundation “Cornwall Edition”. The event featured an impressive “Guy’s Night Out” line-up of food, drink, on-site golf and fishing vendors, casino, prizes, massage station, and more! Co-organizer Gilles Latour said, “It was an amazing night filled with great food, spirits, entertainment and most of all raising funds for kids who just want to play”.

There was a very good turn out, including some local celebrities such as NHL player Jesse Winchester, and Cornwall Mayor Bob Kilger. David Murphy who was also in attendance said, “Congratulations to Gilles Latour, Jay Killoran, Ed Lefebvre and the rest of the organizers for the inaugural Max Keeping Foundation Guys for Kids. The community, once again, came together for a great cause. I’m already looking forward to next year’s event. This snapshot was taken by Ed Lefebvre.

Sports & Lifestyle ZUMBA RELAY FOR LIFE RAISES OVER $1000 The Zumba Relay for Life last Wednesday night at Holy Trinity helped raise over $1000! Local organizer Angela Pilon says, “Our event was a huge success! Our amazing Zumba and Pole Fitness Family came together to celebrate, remember and fight back in memory of all those who have lost their battle to cancer and all those who continue to fight! A total of $1018 was raised for Holy Trinity’s

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ONTARIO NDP POSITION ON 2013 ONTARIO BY BRIAN LYNCH Dear Seeker, Andrea Horwath and the Ontario NDP have made the 2013 Ontario budget better and fairer for everyday Ontarians and as a result are prepared to support the budget. The NDP has been successful in having several of its progressive budget proposals included in the 2013 Ontario budget, namely, jobs for youth, social assistance reform, a 15% cut to auto insurance rates, and more funding for home care to reduce wait times. The Ontario Government has also accepted the NDP request for greater accountability in the budget through the creation of an independent Financial Accountability Office, agreed to more oversight of healthcare, and promised a full debate and financial details before putting forward its road toll plans.

Andrea Horwath and the NDP have been driving the agenda at Queen’s Park and getting results that make life fairer, better, and more affordable for everyday people while ensuring that the government is accountable. While the budget does not contain everything that New Democrats put forward, the NDP serves people better when it strives to make the minority government work to build a prosperous and fairer Ontario rather than chase votes in an early election.

It is unfortunate that the Hudak Conservatives are more interested in taking a slash and burn approach which will cut essential public services and make Ontario a low wage province. The NDP will continue to work in the Ontario legislature to create and protect good jobs, make life affordable, improve public healthcare and education, provide a fairer tax system, and make the Liberal Government accountable for its promises and actions.

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MPP JIM MCDONELL DISPLEASED WITH NDP SUPPORT OF LIBERAL BUDGET MPP Jim McDonell was not surprised by the announcement of an NDPLiberal deal on the provincial budget: “The McGuinty-Wynne Liberals have demonstrated time and time again that they are desperate to cling to power at any cost. Whether it is cancelling power plants to save four seats or shutting down the Legislature, there is no limit to the amount of money this Government will spend, as long as it keeps them in power. Today’s deal with the NDP condemns the Province to more debt while six hundred thousand Ontarians will wake up tomorrow without a job to go to.”

MPP McDonell insists Ontario can and must do better: “The sooner we change course to a Government that manages the Province’s finances responsibly, lives within its means and respects taxpayer’s dollars by ensuring quality health care, education and infrastructure, the sooner Ontario’s recovery can begin. Unlike the Liberals, preoccupied only with buying union support, and the NDPs succumbing to being bought by the Liberals at the expense of our Province’s future, the Ontario PCs have outlined a path to job creation, prosperity and affordable living for all Ontarians.”

MPP McDonell highlighted the priorities of an Ontario PC Government: “I remain determined to build a government that we can afford and protects the things we value most. We will fight for less spending, an affordable public sector, lower taxes, affordable energy, modernized labour laws and less regulation. In order to achieve this change and bring accountability back to the Government of Ontario, we need to change the team that leads it. Today’s deal enables the Liberals to kick the can down the road while our Province suffers. The people of Ontario deserve better.”

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Cornwall Transit will once again be celebrating Clean Air Day on Wednesday, June 5th by offering free rides to the public. Residents will be able to ride on the transit service’s environmentally-friendly buses free of charge all day long. The service runs from 6 am to 11:30 pm. The Clean Air Day free ride event has grown to become one of Cornwall Transit’s most popular promotions, with over 6,000 free rides being provided during last year’s event. “The goal of Clean Air Day is to raise awareness of environmentally-friendly activities that promote clean air and good health, and public transit is a good example of that,” said Transit Manager Len Tapp. “It’s a great opportunity for residents to try our convenient and reliable service first-hand, free of charge.” Prizes to be one: ‘Mystery Riders’ will be randomly handing out 10-ride tickets throughout the day.

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Hi Ladies, Guys & Girls, Marlene here. How has your week been? Mine has been super busy.

Photographing a four generation family that gathered all the way from B.C, Calgary and throughout Ontario, a Prom/Birthday for a lovely girl, a new store opening and a new and up and coming Cornwall band. I am loving this beautiful Spring weather we are having.

hat is going to be used for: a fashion show, a wedding, a birthday party, a prom or just for fun. A sun hat to wear with your pretty dresses and Spring/Summer outfits, (that you purchased for the many Thrift Stores here in Cornwall.) Giant Tiger which is a Canadian retail store is another "Good Choice" to have when choosing affordable, "Fashionable" clothing, shoes and accessories.

I had the privilege to go to the St. Lawrence S.S. ~Boombastic Fashion Show.~ It was very well done and I enjoyed myself immensely. The students and teachers did this show to raise monies for the Cornwall Children's Treatment Center. Thanks to all who were involved in making this Fashion Show a Wonderful Success!

I want to talk about hats this week. Not only is it really important to wear a hat to keep the sun's damaging rays off of your head and face, but they certainly add to your "LOOK!" (like a cherry on top of an icecream sundae.)

Hats come in all styles, shapes and sizes, starting from $1 to over a $100 it is your choice. When choosing a hat you have to first consider what the

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The next thing in choosing a hat is the way it looks on you. You may have to go through many, many hats to get the "perfect one". But when you come across a hat that emphasizes your face and style, you will be very happy. For you more adventurous Girls & Guys... GO CRAZY! Have many Mix & Match looks. A "Hat" could just be worn for the Fun of it. (like the many faux animal hats worn last winter.) Fashion is FUN Experiment - Enjoy.

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FIVE QUESTIONS with JAMIE JARVO lead singer of Switchgear Interview and Photo by Jason Setnyk

Jamie Jarvo who grew up in Cornwall Ontario is a professional singer and songwriter of ten years. He is the owner of Jarvo Entertainment, providing karaoke and DJ services for different events. He is a husband and a father of two. He is also the lead singer of Switchgear. Hailing from Cornwall Ontario, SwitchGear broke into the country/rock scene in 2010. Their debut CD entitled “Country in the City” is available online at Itunes. Some of SwitchGear's notable showcases include opening for the legendary Burton Cummings and Suzie McNeil at the Kinsmen Lift-Off Festival and at Cornwall Ribfest. Switchgear have many concerts booked this summer including opening for Emerson Drive on June 22nd at the Maxville Fair, opening for Dean Brody at Cornwall Lift-Off on July 13th, and opening for CCMA's Greg Hanna at Cornwall Ribfest on July 28th. Switchgear are also one of the five finalist for the Seeker Music of the Year Award - Find out who wins Friday June 28th at the Golf and Country Club. Tickets are on sale now!

1 - What are the origins of the band Switchgear, how did you guys come together, where did you come up with the band name, and the concept to perform country / southern rock music?

SwitchGear was a vision that came together after corresponding with childhood friend Jason Sauve. He was living in Calgary and I had heard some of his music online and reached out to him to send me some things to try and work together. We did that for about a year sending tracks back and forth online. Eventually Jason and his family decided to move back to Cornwall and we got together to start the process of putting a band together. We recorded into the late hours of the evening at a local school while trying to get the right mix of people for the band. We went through a few different line ups with some great musicians who because of work commitments couldn't remain with us. Finally we found Scott Reasbeck as a free agent from another band and he joined us settling in beside Jason on guitars and they compliment each other very well. Then we found bassist David Allen through a mutual

friend and finally to solidify our rhythm section, Scott suggested a former band-mate in Kirk Wallace and SwitchGear was a solid five.

The band name was something that Jason had used in Calgary.

At first he wasn't sure it was the name for us but I couldn't keep the name out of my head.

Just something about the name that stood out for me and eventually Jason said yes that's our name.

The concept of the band was hard to map out at first since all of us in the band come from a heavier rock influence, but we wanted to be different and from my experience with Karaoke. I noticed a huge shift in country music especially newer country with it's rock influenced guitars and thought that would be a great fit for us. I had seen he popularity of the genre explode and so this is what we decided the avenue for us to go. We also noticed that locally especially nobody else was doing this type of stuff.

2 – Switchgear's song "No Love" was broadcast on the television show "All for Nothing" and appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Network. Tell us the story behind all that.

The Oprah thing was just perfect timing for us. I had a friend from High School, Al Charbonneau, who contacted me about this show his friend Christine Giroux was participating in for the W network and Oprah network. He thought our band would be perfect to help raise the most money for her.

They had asked local tavern La Maison for the venue and we agreed to play, giving her the proceeds from the door along with raffles and other things. We were told the crew from the show All or Nothing would be there filming but had no visions of ever making it on the actual TV show. The night of the filming La Maison was at full capacity all night, and the night was a great success.

Christine ended up winning the show and on the night of airing we sat down to watch the show, and in an unreal experience there we were - SwitchGear on national TV! Needless to say I was doing quite the couch dance. It was one of the highlights for us as a band in the last year and a half of being a band.

3 – What is creative process behind writing a Switchgear song? Furthermore what was the concept behind your first album?

The creative process in writing a Switchgear song is pretty simple actually. Jason usually writes all the music and a lot of the lyrics, and I help with the hooks a phrasing. The first album was a lot of work on Jason's part because he had a lot of stuff written before he got here. So we got together and worked on them long hours to get them to fit into the Switchgear sound. We usually start with a guitar track and then build the song around that. I would describe our sound as new country with rock guitars. Our concept

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for our debut album was to write really catchy tunes, solid riffs and heartfelt lyrics.

The album has some really fun songs like With Her Boots On and Country in the City some really good anthems like Oh What A Feeling and No Love, and some powerful ballads like One More Kiss and even a nod to old country with the song Gypsy Smile. On the follow up album the whole band is getting involved in the writing process and so far the songs are coming along really well.

Our first single from it is titled Tanlines. I think this is going to be a fun song people will really enjoy.

4 – Your band has played a series of charity gigs, including a spaghetti dinner for the Agape Centre, and a fundraiser to help a local person get an MS procedure. There are a lot of generous bands in town who give back to the community. What are your thoughts on playing charity concerts?

Charity shows are very important to us. We wish we could say yes to every one that comes along, but sometimes bookings don't allow us to do that. The Rock for Charity shows mean a lot to us so we try to do as many as we can. The Agape is another important organization in our City that we really wanted to help with. I really believe that the musical community in Cornwall can do amazing things together when we join forces. It amazes me the level of high quality talent this City has musically. I've had the pleasure to play in bands with some amazing musicians and jam with a ton more.

SwitchGear tries to help out as much as we can allot our time to these causes. Any way that us and all other local bands and artists can do to get together and help raise money for charities I'm positive we will do. The caring musicians have for our City and for charity is undeniable.

5 – In the Fall of 2012 Switchgear released the music video "With Her Boots On!". Tell us the story about creating that music video.

The concept for our video for "With Her Boots On" was a joint effort with us and our director Shaun Ryan of Playmaker Studios.

We wanted to have a video that had some elements of what it's like to be at a SwitchGear show, plus we wanted to have some Cornwall landmarks in the video as a way of saying thanks to the City for being so great to us and being very proud of being from Cornwall. So in the video you see some fans going out to a club and being a little bored of it when they get a text saying a Switchgear show is happening at a barn party. So they hop in the car and drive through the City to get to the show and what ensues is a great night of dancing and fun.

We had a great time doing the video but it was a very new experience for us and took getting used to especially doing take after take. We are doing the storyboard for our next two videos which will be filmed this summer.

Thank you for this interview Jamie Jarvo. I hope you and the band Switchgear have an amazing and rocking summer!

Visit Switchgear online to listen to samples of music, and for a full list of upcoming concerts: http://www.switchgearband.com/

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55+ Local Summer Games May Events Pickleball, bowling, cribbage, prediction walk, horseshoes, shuffleboard, golf, men's & ladies doubles tennis & swimming.

Contact Monique Patenaude: 613543-3453.

Optimist Club of Cornwall Spaghetti Dinner from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Knights of Columbus Hall, 205 Amelia St. Tickets: 10$. Children under 6: free. Proceeds to childhood cancers.

Rideau Carletoh Slots Bus Trip departing at 4:30 pm. For info or reserve call 613.932.6534.

Proceeds to the Auxiliary to St. Joseph's Continuing Care Center

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Hospice Cornwall Yard And Bake Sale 220 11th St. W. Call:613.933.2048 for donation pickup

Yard & Bake Sale from 8 am to 12 noon. Chateau Gardens Nursing Home, Lancaster Youth with Vision Exhibition from 1 pm to 3 pm. Cornwall Public Library, 45 2nd St. E.Young designers, age 8 to 15 will be presenting their creations including a community game

Children's Treatment Centre Indoor Garage & Bake Sale from 8 am to 1 pm. Ste. Therese de Lisieux Parish Hall, 1304 Lisieux St.

The Salvation Army Cornwall Presents Symphony Of Praise 7 pm, General Vanier Auditorium, 1500 Cumberland St. Featuring Salvation Army Canadian Staff Band & The Centennial Choir of Cornwall, Tickets: 20$

SUNDAY June 2

CMC Motorcycle Club ride: Starting from Cornwall township Lions about 9:45 after having breakfast we will head to the Ottawa War Museum where others will join us and head to Beachwood War Cemetery for service then back to Cornwall. - THIS DEPENDS ON WEATHER!!

The Creation Science Center is open from 1 to 3 pm every Sunday. Come see what we're all about. 780 Sydney Street, behind the Wesleyan Church.

Worship and the Word with pastor Brad Montsion. 10:30 at fountaingate Christian Assembly.

949 Mohawk Drive, Cornwall

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Vagabond Theatre Audtions 7:30 pm. Nav Centre, 1950 Montreal Rd., C215. For the autumn production of the musical comedy "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. info: 613.935.5931

Journey Together Grief Walking Group For those struggling with the loss of a loved one. Every Monday Morning at 10:00Meet at southeast corner of parking lot at the Civic Complex.

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Blood Donor Clinic 12 pm to 3:30 pm & 5 pm to 7:30 pm.

Cornwall Civic Complex, 100 Water St. E. Call 1.888.2.DONATE for an appointment Soup & Sandwich Lunch 11:30 am to 1 pm. St Andrews-St Marks United Church, Johnson Cr., Long

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Children's Treatment Center Annual General Meeting 7 pm.

Best Western Parkway inn, 1515 Vincent Massey Dr. Keynote Speaker: Cheryl Nembhard, abuse survivor, Author, Playwright, Composer & Artistic Director

Moccasin Model Railroad Club Meeting 7:30 pm. St. Mathews Lutheran Church, 1509 2nd St. W.

CareFor Health & Wellness Clinic from 9 am to 12 noon, Centre Charles Emile Claude, 146 Chevrier St. Registered nurse on site for general health checks. No appointment necessary

Smart City Toasters Club/Cornwall is celebratingYear-End-Dinner- on June 5th,2013, 6pm. @ Cindy McGillis’ home. 17298 Myers RD. RR1 St. Andrews West. This is When Smart City Toastmasters dole out many awards and recognitions, with the purpose of an appreciation for toastmasters leadership accomplishments achieved. Info:& directions please call Bob(613-9324792) or Claudette(613-938-2394).

Friends of Vets, a veterans and family support group, meet on the 1st and 3rd thursday of every month at 7pm. 780 Sydney Street. Free Coffee

Well summer is here what better time enjoying our gardens, gaining new ideas and new knowledge. This month the Martintown Horticultural Society will be

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Pieces Last week I experienced what felt like the 4 seasons, in the span of a day. The morning started off with torrential rain, then as the rain tapered off it was cool; in no time the temperature increased and it was warm and sunny, so much that I ended up with a sunburn.

As the afternoon progressed the temperature dropped severely that goose bumps, trembling and teeth chattering occurred. I joked that all we needed was some hail or snow to cap off the day, and the next morning near Kingston they did have it. Layers are the key with our unpredictable weather, and no matter how prepared I think I am, it seems I always have some element missing.

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Art, Religion and Spirituality - Part 2 Are we truly free to express ourselves?

In answer to my call to give feedback, Artist Dan Burgess, offered this comment: “ I share my work around the world and be it with a Buddhist, Sikh, Muslim or Christian, they are all artists without borders and with the scope and vision to see beyond modernization. We each have our own faith and our spiritual needs and are allowed to express them freely amongst ourselves with never so much as a question” Dan is right about one thing perhaps for the first time in history the modern artist is finally free to express themselves any way they wish but only in the Western culture. There are still many countries where art is censored for subject and overall message. Countries such as Iran, China and in some cases India are still persecuting Artists who dare to speak out on religion and politics. In Iran woman artists are forbidden for simply being a woman many now living in the Western world are writing and painting amazing testaments to the unfair treatment of women in the name of the Koran. In our western culture, although Women are no longer forbidden to be Artists which was true up until the mid 1900’s, we still struggle with the lack of importance attached to some forms of Female art such as Visual Art. Where the Artist is free to express their particular views on religion there is no end to the diverse work as each expression is as unique as the Artist creating it. I have recently been introduced to Music and Literature that has roots in the Hindu and Buddhist philosophy; this art is rich and earthy while at the same time keeping with the modern feel. Many Christian artists are also bringing new life and colour to their work, gone are the stoic paintings of the renaissance with stern faced figures from the Bible and the colourless hymns from our childhood.

One question I do have is what about the Art that doesn’t agree with religion or shows it in a slightly negative light; is that accepted or is it censored in the arena of public opinion? Think about the stir movies such as “The Secret” and “The Passion of Christ” created. If you are old enough to remember Madonna’s sexual overtones while wearing a Crucifix you will know the negative feedback she received. Last year I wanted to display one of my Paintings called the Gathering, because some people saw images that they thought were Satanic or a group of Witches, I was discouraged. The truth is others saw Jesus and his disciples, everyone was wrong by the way it was just a group of friends inviting others to join them.

Has your work been censored for being too for or against your personal Spiritual beliefs? If so I want to know. Next week I want to look at how our Art feeds our Soul and welcome your thoughts on that topic as well.

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POSTCARDS FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF MY BRAIN by Sandra Taylor Hedges

SEEKING THE ARTS • SEEKING THE ARTS Children are naturally creative. I know this, because I asked. I asked my class, an equal mix of boys and girls, who are all 10 and 11 years old, if they were creative. Before we could even discuss what creativity meant, or what it could be, they all put their names under the “Yes” column.

I think that this is beautiful. To see yourself as creative is the best way to simply be creative. Our talk afterward covered so many ways to be creative: through sports, in music, dance, painting, drawing, writing, solving science and math problems, and even thinking. As one student wrote, “Even thinking is creative, and I’m sure everyone can think.”

Encouraging and fostering creativity in young children is, in my opinion, a necessary thing. With the open, creative mind of a young person, anyone can have a positive experience with math, science, languages, social interactions, and more or less, every aspect of life. I asked the kids if being creative was important, and if they felt everyone was creative, and they all agreed that it was both important and natural. If we can foster creativity at a young age, we can have a greater success rate as members of the world – in our jobs, at home, with our relationships, and for the highly focused Creative, in the arts.

So how do we do this?

Sketching, drawing, painting, scribbling … on large surfaces, or small ones, or medium ones – different sizes force the mind to think creatively: “How will I cover this?” is a great question!

Dancing, jumping, playing, singing, yelling, screaming in strange voices, dressing up and playing some more, and engaging with our young as though it is totally, absolutely the normal thing to do. Playing with our food, drawing on the fridge (dry erase markers go perfectly on glass tables, white fridges, and windows), and getting down and dirty in the earth. Plant a garden, pick a flower and live life by appreciating something fun and beautiful every single day.

Talk about being creative. Own the art that is made. Ask questions. Ouh and ahh over the creative “stuff” that is being produced. Ask your child to choose their favourite piece of art every so often, and talk about why they love it. Then, tell them why you love it.

Children are naturally creative. It’s our job as the big kids in the world to foster and elongate that creativity, for a lifetime of confidence as a creative person.

Patrick Guindon is a freelance artist and art teacher, who also teaches “regular subjects” full time. He is an author and illustrator and has created the Cornwall & Area Artist’s Network at www.cornwallartistnetwork.wordpress.com. Visit him online at www.patrickg.ca, on Twitter @123patrickg, or likehim at www.facebook.com/studio22art

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Last weekend the Spring Fling Art Exposition and Sale took place at the Ramada Inn. It included the talents of It will include the talents of Marcel Quesnel, Beverly Leroux, Tracey Croxall-Davies, Frank Loria, Erynn Blackadder Doherty, Cheryl Beasley, Renate Nadi Wesley, Julia Rita Theriault, Anne Wotherspoon, Carolyn Helen Davies, (top right) Sandra Taylor Hedges, (bottom right) Dan Burgess, Lesley McDougall, Robert St.Louis, Hugh Metcalfe, Morgan Tremblay and Debbie Harding Robertson.

Organizer of the event, Linda Riel (left) had this to say. “As the art arrived in early morning, we realized immediately that Spring Fling 2013 was going to be nothing less then amazing! The mood in the hall was truly a reflection of the beautiful art we were surrounded by.

It was an amazing day! The quality of the art was outstanding. Everyone involved thoroughly enjoyed spending the day getting to know each other and admiring each others talents, for many this was the first time they had met. The Ramada was a perfect venue to host us and I feel we have laid a strong foundation towards an annual event. We are already looking towards next years Fling with great anticipation”.

If you have any specific questions do feel free to contact me either on my FB page or e-mail thebourgons@sympatico.ca and I would like to thank The Seeker for all of the help they have given us in promoting this event, it is wonderful to see the arts in the limelight!!!!“

THE SEEKER PUBLISHES LOCAL THROUGH THE LENS PHOTOGRAPHERS Cornwall Ontario — Photographer Claude Bissonnette created the “Through the Lens” page on Facebook as a place for local photographers to display their talents online, have discussions, network, and learn from each other.

In this week’s edition of The Seeker we are featuring the work of Ang Waterton.

Ang recently returned home to Cornwall and opened Moment.us Photography, which specialises in wedding, maternity, infant and family portraiture; fine art images from around the world are also available.

Moment.us Photography can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Moment.usPhotography or on the web at www.momentusstudio.com.

Every week The Seeker will publish a photograph by a different local photographer from the Cornwall area (including the Counties of SDSG and Akwesasne).

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Photos not submitted in black and white will be converted into black and white by us.

You must include a short bio (up to 25 words) and you have the option to include a website URL for your photography website or page.

If one of your photos does not get selected this week, one still may get published in a future week.

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by Betty Healey

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The Beginning is Near In a coaching session recently with one of my clients, we discussed her future. After retiring three years ago and taking time to consider her options for the rest of her life, she was now prepared to look at what’s next. As with many of my clients, when the conversation begins, there is a lot of spinning, considering the endless possibilities. Clarity can be elusive.

This is where coaching comes in, the opportunity to narrow the field and to identify what it is that really ‘lights’ you up.

Following our conversation, my client left for another meeting. I reminded her to watch for the SIGNS. Later that day I received an e-mail from her with the following, “I left your place remembering what you said. When I walked I to my next appointment, I saw this sign, “The Beginning is Near”. Now isn’t that a roadSIGN!” I loved it. That is how it works. The Universe is always on your side, feeding you information constantly. The question is, are you paying attention.

My client that day was on high alert, swimming in the conversation of what she wants to attract and create in her life. The message The Beginning is Near seemed so appropriate.

SIGN Spotting SIGNS for me have always represented those Significant Insightful Gold Nuggets informing my Spirit. SIGNS may not be actual signs as my client experienced; they show up in many forms from an interview on the radio, a morning horoscope, a message from a friend, a posting of Facebook, something or someone crossing your path. Life is full of meaning; we are unfortunately, for the most part, oblivious to what is there.

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SIGN spotting requires living consciously, getting away from living life on autopilot which most of us do, and becoming more mindful and aware of what is going on around us. This is a challenge in the fast paced world we live is so yes, it does mean slowing down a bit, noticing more, asking more questions, reflection and sometimes, simply breathing.

Look at it this way. Your life and manifesting what it is you want, is the most significant project you will ever take on. As with any project, it needs to be planned. You need to determine what it is that you desire as you look down the road. We call these intentions, naming what you want. Again, as with any project, you require data. This is where SIGNS come in – the angel whispers offered to you by Source, or the Universe, whatever you call you higher power, telling you whether or not you are on the right path, giving you support and encouragement, confirming the path you have chosen, and occasionally challenging you to change directions.

Heavenly Faxes My friend Larry Snow in Colorado calls his SIGNS heavenly faxes and because Colorado has a lot of personalized license plates, cars are his typical SIGN spotting opportunity. After divorcing his wife of seventeen years, and then through therapy giving himself time to heal, Larry found himself attracted to another woman. He was however, reticent to get involved even though he knew that Margie was special and potentially the one.

As he considered the past, he found himself behind a green mustang with the license plate LET GO. As Larry said, this caused him to chuckle. A few days later as he was considering his nest steps with Largie, he pulls up behind a Nebraska car with the plate 1 TO GO 4.

There was no turning back, the SIGNS in his life were definitely feeding him data. The final SIGN happened a few weeks later, when Larry again hesitated. In his words, “As I looked left before merging into the morning rush-hour traffic, I noticed a blue Volvo cresting the hill on South Wadsworth Boulevard — beneath the snowcapped mountain backdrop its green vanity plate stated simply and succinctly: MARGIE.” Final Word Whether you call them SIGNS, angel whispers, or heavenly faxes, you have access to more information than you can possibly imagine. It’s a simple choice: wake up to your life and become aware of what is going on around you. The beginning is near!

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Thursday morning, a facebook post grabbed my attention. It was the picture of a perfect cannoli, a golden, crunchy pastry stuffed with white, creamy goodness, laying there on a pan, ready for the taking. And the best part was that these cannolis were made and advertised by Love Love Food, a local company. Unlike their New York City counterpart, which I never, ever fail to stock up on when visiting the Big Apple, these cannolis were within reach.

Alleluia!

I had to get a printing quote from the wonderful Marnie McKinney at our local UPS Store, so it was the perfect excuse to take a wrong turn and end up on Fourth near Pitt where Love Love Food has shop.

Entering Love Love Food was like stepping into a culinary heaven.

From rubs to homemade jams and spreads to various cooking utensils, Love Love Food could cater to the finest of palates. Gourmet and wannabe gourmet chefs will surely find specialty items to experiment with.

I had very little time, but took a good glimpse at what was around me and I was sold.

Love Love Food will definitely see me again. Sad for me, the cannolis were sold out by the time I got there, but that didn't stop me from satisfying my sugar addiction.

I opted for a yummy Reese's peanut butter chocolate Cupcake that was, I'm sure, just as decadent as a cannoli.

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Help Yourself Reduce Investment Stress We all know that stress can have many adverse affects on our lives and can affect the quality of our health. Cutting out stressors, including in your investment activities can have a positive affect. But how can you cut down on the various stresses associated with investing?

Here are a few possible “stress-busters”: KNOW YOUR RISK TOLERANCE. If you’re constantly worrying about the value of your investments, your portfolio may simply be too volatile for your individual risk tolerance. Conversely, if you’re always feeling that your investments will never provide you with the growth you need to achieve your long-term goals, you might be investing too conservatively.

KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR INVESTMENTS. Uncertainty is often a leading cause of stress. So when you purchase investments that are mysterious to you, you shouldn’t be surprised if they perform in ways that raise your stress levels. Never invest in something unless you fully understand its characteristics and risk potential.

BE PREPARED FOR MARKET VOLATILITY. Historically, the financial markets have trended upward, though their past performance can’t guarantee future results. Yet for periods of months, and even years, these same markets can sputter and decline. So when you invest, be aware of this volatility; if you’re prepared for it, you won’t be shocked when it happens, and you should be able to better keep stress at bay.

making with your investments in periods of years, or even decades, rather than days or months. Instead of fretting over your monthly investment statements, compare where you are today versus where you were 10 or 15 years ago. The results may well surprise and help “de-stress” you.

By making the right moves for you, you can help take some of the stress out of investing for a long time to come.

Edward Jones, Member Canadian Protection Fund.

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MAINTAIN REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS. If you think your investments are going to earn a very high rate of return, year after year, you are more than likely going to be disappointed — and you could easily get “stressed out.” You’re much better off, from a stress standpoint, not to expect eye-popping results.

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DIVERSIFY YOUR PORTFOLIO. If you were only to own one asset class, such as growth stocks, and that particular segment took a big hit during a market drop, your whole portfolio could suffer, and it could take years to recover — causing you no end of stress. But if you spread your investment dollars among a range of vehicles — stocks, bonds, government securities and so on — your portfolio has a better chance of weathering the ups and downs of the market. (Keep in mind, though, that while diversification may help you reduce the effects of volatility, it can’t prevent losses or guarantee profits.)

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Hope to see many of you tomorrow at the Farmers Market (The Brick Parking), Saturday June 1st….rain or shine. 7 am to noon….come early for best selection….Come and encourage all of the local people that will be there, so enthusiastic and excited to get another season going!!!

There is always a great selection of fruits, vegetables, homemade goods, jams etc…..support LOCAL….. looking forward to serving you with a smile!!!

I was very pleased last week to host my first 3 day juicing cleanse workshop. A great group of participants showed me that this is for sure a need and many want to learn how to detoxify and give back to their bodies the natural way. This really makes me feel that what I offer is appreciated by the community. Individuals that take the time to invest in themselves and realize that they matter are ahead of the game for sure. Once the first step is made , you realize that it is not that scary and it actually tastes good, you are well on your way to living your best life ever!!!

one of my favorite recipes, I just find that it is so delicious and quick to prepare. Place 4 cups of washed and chopped rhubarb in the bottom of an 8x8 dish. Add 2 cups of fresh, washed and diced strawberries to this. Drizzle 2 Tablespoons of maple syrup over this, you may also add dried raisins at this point (adds natural sweetness, rhubarb is tart). In another bowl mix together 2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup cane sugar, 2 Tablespoons organic flour. To this add 4-5 Tablespoons of cold butter (cut into large chunks), blend all of these ingredients with a fork or your hands. Spread on top of rhubarb mixture, place in a 350 oven for 45 min to 1 hour. This is delicious served warm on its own or with a spoonful of plain natural organic yogurt.

Hope you give these recipes a try, I promise you will not regret it….

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When it is this cool, I always love to make a nice, hearty soup. A great way to make an amazing, satisfying soup is to place 1 Tablespoon of coconut oil in a cooking pot, stir fry all your favorite vegetables, add vegetable broth, bring this to a boil, uncovered for 10 minutes, reduce heat, cover and let it simmer for 1 hour. Once it has cooled off, place it in your food processor and you will have the best cream soup ever. This soup will already be broken down for you, gives your intestines a break and you will have all of the amazing nutrients in your body. So easy and delicious…

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Racing at the Cornwall Dirt Raceway Park

Article and photos by by Rick Young of www.rickattheraces.com On Tuesday night, the Cornwall Dirt Raceway Park (the new name for the Kart Track at the Cornwall Motor Speedway) got its 2013 racing season under way.

After Mother Nature prevented last week's scheduled opener from taking place, a good crowd of anxious racers were there to commence their summer campaign. In addition to the regular band of Karters and Lawn tractors, a new division was making its debut. For the first time anywhere, dirt racing's latest thing, the V Twin DIRT DEMONS (bottom right) were out on the track. Winning the historic first ever race was local driver Ron Bovin (photo left).

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A weekly look at racing from both sides of the 1000 Islands This past weekend didn’t go quite the way I had hoped it would. Rain was the determining factor of the weekend, with Mohawk International Raceway and Cornwall Speedway both falling victim to Mother Nature. Brockville Speedway was able to get their program in, but they had to deal with weather issues as well throughout the evening.

The rain from Thursday night lasted well into Friday morning.

Brewerton Speedway was one of the first to cancel, and Chapman’s Can Am Motorsports Park soon followed. My original destination of choice was Mohawk International Raceway, and they too were forced to cancel just before noon on Friday, In fact, virtually every race track throughout the northeast had to cancel, with the exception of tracks located in the western part of Ontario and New York State.

The rain had finally stopped, and Saturday was a better day.

Brockville Ontario Speedway was on my schedule, with their regular weekly program, plus the Ford Dingwall Vintage Modified Series. In the Modified division, Lee Gill took home the feature win, making it three different winners after three events. Pat O’Brien finished second, Ryan Arbuthnot had a great run finishing in third place, with Luke Whitteker and Bobby Herrington rounding out the top five.

While the Modifieds have had different winners each week, the same cant be said for the Sportsman division as Shane Pecore has had the field covered in all three events this year. He had to come from an 18th place starting spot this week and passed former champions Chris Herbison and Dylan Evoy to get the win. Evoy and Herbison finished second and third respectively, while Bruce Makinson and Steve Barber completed the top five.

Other winners on the night include Aaron Pugh in the Rookie Sportsman for the third week, which now moves him into the regular Sportsman class. John Gifford won the Street Stock feature, Bob Ray took home the win in the Rookie class and Pete Stapper was victorious in the Ford Dingwall Vintage Modified division.

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SEEKING SPORTS Boxing can be a very confusing sport. Every time I believe I’ve taken a step closer to understanding the sweet science, something new comes up and an explanation is required.

This time, it has to do with success and that could mean it becomes more difficult for a boxer to advance their career.

Take for instance the fighter who upset Tony Luis on ESPN’s Friday Night Fights earlier this year.

Jose Hernandez picked up an 8th Rd TKO on Cornwall’s up and coming Luis. Word in boxing circles is that because of that win (and rightfully so), Hernandez’ asking price has jumped. But he cannot find a dance partner because he’s proven to be a dangerous opponent for other boxers on the rise. That makes him a victim of his own success.

Normally, when an athlete proves to be good, the pay days follow but not so much in this case.

And now, back to Luis. He’s reverted back to a lightweight competitor and kick started his comeback with a unanimous decision over Maurycy Gojko on a card at Lac Leamy in Gatineau. Many of Luis’ fans were expecting a short fight considering Luis’ renewed drive. Instead, they were treated to the now 16-1 (7ko’s) boxer getting a taste of experimenting with boxing as a lefty. Luis is attempting what very few, but successful boxers can do and that’s earn the ability to go into the ring either as a righty or a lefty. It’s the next evolution into what continues to be a bright career.

Now, it’s up to Tony’s promoters to find him a solid opponent and that’ll likely happen this summer.

Stay tuned.

May 26 cancelled, Tripleheader on Sunday at Cornwall Motor Speedway!

by Martin Bélanger

Sunday eventually turned out to be a nice day, but all the rain from overnight on Saturday in the Cornwall area and more rain on Sunday forced track officials to cancel their program. They have now revised their schedule once again, with a huge show planned for this Sunday. The 100 lap Canadian Nationals Series event will highlight the program, and will be joined by the already scheduled Mr. DIRTcar Sportsman series race and Mr. DIRTcar/Mohawk Race Parts Pro Stock Series. The Semi Pro and Mini Stock classes will not be on the schedule for June 2nd, but instead will run double features on June 9th.

I do have to give a big shout out to Matt Billings and the Billings Motorsports team of Brockville. They have been racing weekly at Canandaigua Motorsports Park this season, and have been impressive over the first few weeks of the season. This past Saturday night, Billings finished with a great second place run, against some of the all time best Modified drivers in the business.

This coming weekend, I plan to return to Mohawk International Raceway on Friday night, Brockville Speedway on Saturday night, and Cornwall Speedway on Sunday. Hopefully Mother Nature will give us a break, and we will have a nice and dry weekend.

For those of you attending Brockville Speedway on Saturday night, be sure to stop by the Finish Line Web Design merchandise trailer. We have new stock coming in regularly. You can purchase Finish Line Web Design t-shirts and hats, Steve Barber “Saturday Night Sheriff” t-shirts, Kitley Motorsports t-shirts, Jessica Power t-shirts, as well as t-shirts for Luke Stewart We also have 1:16 scale Model cars including Danny and Pat O’Brien cars, spectacular artwork prints from Donnie Dana’s Doodles, and window decals for many of your favorite BOS drivers.

As always, any comments or suggestions can be sent to crevelle@ripnet.com. You can also visit me online at www.finishlinewebdesign.ca, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/crevelle, and on twitter at www.twitter.com/finishlineweb17.

Mother Nature is obviously not a race fan in 2013, wet grounds mixed with cool temperatures forced promoter Ron Morin to cancel his opening night a second week in a row.

The Canadian Nationals Series will be back with a 100-lap feature race involving the the best drivers from Ontario, Quebec and Northeastern United-States. Drivers such as Mario Clair, David Hébert, Steve Bernard, Yan Bussière and many others will try and win the $4,000 purse given to the winner against the best local drivers in the likes of Laurent Ladouceur, Chris Raabe, Joel Doiron, Kyle Dingwall and company. One of the biggest fields of the season is expected.

A huge field of Sportsman will be in Cornwall this Sunday as the DIRTcar Sportsman Series will make a stop in Cornwall for a 50-lap Feature event. The best in the business in the Sportsman ranks will haul to the Speedway for round 1 of this coveted series.

Pro-Stock drivers will have two good reasons to be in Cornwall this Sunday as the DIRTcar Pro-Stock Series and Mohawk Race Parts Series will host their initial event of the season. A strong contingent of invaders will drive in Eastern Ontario for this 50-lap race feature.

Semi-Pro and Mini-Stock divisions will have a night off, but they will return to action on June 9th will double features!

To see this great night of racing, it will only cost $25 for adults, 15$ for seniors, 2$ for children 18 years and under and to access the pits, it will be $35. Pit gates will open at 3:30pm with general admission opening at 4:30pm. The first heat race is scheduled to start at 7:00pm sharp. We suggest that you arrive early as a great crowd is expected.

For more information on the upcoming season at Cornwall, please visit the website at www.cornwallspeedway.com you can add us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cornwallspeedway or on twitter at @cornwalspeedway, we will use these for contests over the next few weeks.

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