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Vol. 5 Issue 32 August 29, 2014

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Ice Storm Hits Cornwall this Summer !

This Week in the Seeker What’s Up at Arts in the Park Page

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PHOTO CREDIT: Eric Healey, Standard Freeholder. Published with permission.

Seeker Chicks Mai-Liis Renaud and Julia Lucio, along with Hugo Rodrigues of the Standard-Freeholder, Adam Brazeau and Todd Lihou of the Seaway News participated in the Ice Bucket Challenge.

The Social Media publicity stunt was started by the ALS Association to raise awareness about the disease.

Radio and TV medias were challenged to follow suit.

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Last week, we were asked by Seaway News editor Todd Lihou to participate in the ALS Ice bucket challenge.

The ad campaign, which has taken over social media over the last few weeks, was put together by the ALS Association of Canada as a means to raise awareness about the disease. As I am writing this, the campaign has raised over 80 million dollars and this number is increasing each day.

It was a beautiful sunshiny Monday Morning and we arrived at the Civic Complex happy and up to the dare. We were greeted by City employee Kevin Lajoie and Mr. Lihou himself, who were already gathering the buckets together for the shindig. Standard-Freeholder Hugo Rodrigues and Seaway News Adam Brazeau joined us just in time for the bucket dump.

The water and ice dropped. It was cold! If you wish to be humoured, you can have a look at the video on our website.

It was a GOOD thing and it was great to see some of the most notable print media in the city come together in solidarity for the same cause, showing that we CAN work together.

But of course some people had to put a spin on the whole thing.

It took but a few hours for the folks at Cornwall Free News to take a positive and turn it into a negative. Shortly after our picture was posted on

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Facebook, comments insinuating that print media used the challenge for shameful self promotion and accusations of deliberate attempt to omit certain media outlets surfaced from the owner’s Facebook account. An article titled “Local Media Cheapen ALS Challenge In Cornwall Ontario By Playing Petty Politics” was also written and posted to CFN’s website, and while they didn't mention the Seeker by name--an intentional try at making us feel little, no doubt-we still think it sad that they would portray this as a selfish gesture and also pretend to know the driving force behind Mr. Lihou’s actions.

This is a beautiful city and in it, lives wonderful people. Not everybody is bad, not every person is rotten, not every politician is corrupt. I'll agree that Cornwall does needs new blood and a change in mentality. We need to stop adhering to old school politics and backwards thinking. But we certainly don't need negativity. There is more than enough of that going around. We are where we are BECAUSE of negativity, BECAUSE of people who can’t see the good in anything. We need to stop thinking that everyone is out to get us or working against us. We need to look at our own attitude first and find ways to improve it.

Change starts with us. As a matter of fact, the ONLY thing you can change is yourself.

I firmly think you can achieve a lot more by bringing things to light in a positive manner rather than by attacking, rioting and creating drama. A gentle approach gets the masses thinking. An abrasive one, only gets a few individuals going.

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Mayor-Media Blood Donor Clinic - The Annual Mayor-Media Blood Donor Clinic will take place on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at the CORNWALL CIVIC COMPLEX, Salons A, B & C from 12:00 noon to 3:30 p.m., and from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Canadian Blood Services is hoping for over 300 donors that day to roll up their sleeves and give blood.

“During the summer months, we all change our routines and take vacations, so donating blood isn’t always top of mind. Meanwhile, daily in our region, there are hospital patients who can’t take vacations requiring blood transfusions for surgeries, cancer treatments and other procedures,” notes Mayor Bob Kilger. “Each year, the Mayor-Media Blood Donor Clinic attracts a large turnout and helps meet hospital requirements for blood.

I am hoping this year will be the same. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the members of the media for their continuing support in sponsoring the clinic, which is a summer tradition in Cornwall.” To book an appointment, please call 1-888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283) for service in English or 1-866-JE DONNE (1-866-533-6663) for service in French.

SLC Welcomes Students with Orientation - St. Lawrence College is getting ready to welcome students on September 2 with activities kicking-off at 8:30 am on the Cornwall Campus. Students can participate in campus tours, information sessions, a BBQ, and games. Orientation provides a great opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with their college community, meet new friends, connect with faculty, and establish relationships important during the next step in the college experience. Soon the campus will be a buzz with student engagement continuing through Welcome Week activities. Welcome Week also provides students with information on support and services available on campus. “There is a lot of opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the college experience through spirit events and information sessions to assist them in getting the best possible start at SLC,” said Glenn Vollebregt, President and CEO of St. Lawrence College. Students can enjoy free ice-cream while participating in activities such as playing with fellow gamers in the first ‘gaming tournament’ of the year in the Shark Tank, Movie Night, and a Toga Pub Night. For more details about Orientation and Welcome Week please visit our website www.stlawrencecollege.ca.

Big Brother Big Sister Bursaries – Two former Little Brothers who are heading off to college received bursaries that will help put a dent in their educational costs thanks to a local charitable organization.

Mikael Brisebois and Patrick Atchison each received a generous bursary of $1500 from local charity Rachel’s Kids. Rachel’s Kids was founded by local dentist, Dr. Rachel Navaneelan. The organization helps children in need as well as supporting several education initiatives, includingMikael Brisebois has been a Little with the Big Brothers Big Sisters Oneon-One Mentoring Program for 6 years. Mike has volunteered with Big Brothers Big Sisters and at community events and participated in extracurricular activities at his high school, La Citadelle. He was named Little Brother if the Year in 2012. Mike credits the mentoring program for making a difference in his life. He will be talking the Business Administration Program at La Cite in September. Patrick Atchison was matched in Big Brothers Big Sisters One-on-One Mentoring Program for 10 years. Patrick has been very active in volunteering at many community events with his Big Brother D’Arcy Grant and was named Little Brother of the Year in 2009. Patrick was also elected as one of Cornwall’s Citizens of the Future. He had a very positive experience in the mentoring program and is now in the process of becoming a Big Brother himself. Patrick will be attending in the Police Foundations Program at Algonquin College in Ottawa in September.

Arts & Culture Corus Radio Cornwall Launches 104.5 Fresh FM and boom 101.9 — Corus Radio Cornwall kicked off back-toschool with the launch of two new radio stations, 104.5 Fresh FM and boom 101.9, bringing listeners today’s chart topping artists as well as the best of greatest hits. 104.5 Fresh FM will feature today’s fresh music and yesterday’s best hits from popular artists such as Pink, Maroon 5 and Bruno Mars to Bon Jovi, Black Eyed Peas and Train. Jimmy Kalaitzis and Sue Stewart return to anchor the new Fresh Mornings with Shannon Brooksbank hosting middays and Nathan Carr taking listeners through the afternoon drive. While The new boom 101.9 hits with a playlist of number one songs from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s from artists like Elton John, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Bob

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by Darryl Adams in afternoon drive. “104.5 Fresh FM and boom 101.9 will bring a vibrant, fun and exciting new sound to Cornwall listeners,” said Mark Dickie, General Manager, Corus Radio Ottawa and Cornwall. “Both brands have seen great success in our other Corus Radio markets due to their popular music appeal and upbeat personalities, so we’re thrilled to offer a boom and Fresh listening experience to this city.”

Sports & Lifestyle United Way receives sponsorship for Zombie Run - United Way/Centraide of Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry received sponsorship funds from TV COGECO Cornwall in support of their annual Zombie Run being held at McMaze on Saturday, September 6, 2014. This is the second year for the United Way SD&G event. “This sponsorship from TV COGECO Cornwall is an amazing boost for the Zombie Run. We are thrilled and so thankful for their support. The generosity of TV COGECO Cornwall, along with McMaze and many other local businesses will help to make the run a success”, says Lori Greer, Executive Director of United Way. Greer said that United Way SD&G has benefitted from the cooperation and generosity of local businesses, farmers and volunteers for this event. “Thank you to everyone involved – it couldn’t happen without each and every one of you”. The fun run will have runners follow a marked course through the bush, including the Haunted Walk at McMaze, 17049 Willy Allan Road; St. Andrew’s West beginning at 9:00am. “It is a 5K run, complete with obstacles, zombies and a bit of spooky atmosphere”, says Sherry Davis, Program/Event Coordinator of United Way. “Participants had a great time last year and we’re excited to see everyone’s eager participation again this year”. Those wishing to participate can still register for the event, up to and including the day of the run. “Runners can call 613-932-2051 or email events@unitedwaysdg.com for more information. Details can also be found on our Facebook page and website”, says Greer. “Come out, have a great time, enjoy the obstacles, support United Way SD&G and RUN…. Watch out for ZOMBIES!!”

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August 12, 2014 - A duo called SUBTLE,

Amanda Leger, vocalist, and Ryan O’Neil on guitar. Unfortunately, not a huge crowd because Mother Nature had been weepy off and on all day! Fortunately, the music was great, and this pair is NOT Subtle, they are terrific entertainment.

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August 7, 2014 - RUBY TUESDAY ( 7-piece Dixieland band) up and ready to entertain at 7 pm sharp. The crowd was sparse with wet grass and threat of more rain on the way, but the lucky folks who attended were in for a real treat!

Sylvain Sound was on the job, so the sound was terrific.

Do these sound right?

Pretty sure you’ll recognize some of these:

Dancing In The Moonlight - Straight On Wide Awake (Soooo well done, very powerful) An original, Come Back To Me - It’s Been Such A Long Time What’s Going On…the guitar on this was awesome!

My favourite was an old Johnny Cash and June Carter song: Long-legged, Guitar-picking Man.

I’m not sure what I was expecting to hear, but I was delighted with the variety of pieces. I’m also ancient enough to really appreciate the snazzy black outfits with gold vests. We were reminded that a new CD will be available soon, so the old ones will become really valuable.

-When the Saints Go Marching In ( a real waker-upper, and we clapped with gusto)

They played so many current songs that I enjoyed but don’t know the titles to.

These entertainers are talented, lots of fun and worth watching for in the future.

-Basin Street Blues

The Carey Grant Band were up next, a real treat. There are five members in this band:

-Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself A Letter (Ken Johns played the clarinet for this one and it was very swingy) Lots of folks knew the lyrics to that one.

Frank Thibeault on bass guitar Eric Sauve on keyboard Rick Belanger on lead guitar Barry Billingham on drums Carey Grant on guitar and lead vocals.

-Won’t You Come Home, Bill Bailey

-Ain’t Misbehavin’

-It Don’t Mean Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing (Any idea how difficult it is to type all this bad grammar??!!)

-Five Foot Two, Eyes of Blue

-Cabaret Potatoe-Head Blues (written by Louis Satchmo Armstrong)

The director, Carol Mundy , introduced the band members by comparing the elements of a Dixie band to the ingredients in a good Cajun stew: The broth was provided by Gilles Bellefeuille on drums

I won’t likely do justice to their music when I describe it, because it was not what I expected, and I loved it. I think the first piece was called “ Going Down To The Crossroads”, followed by the old hymn “ Just A Closer Walk With Thee”. Now, this is a hymn I have always loved; comforting, soothing, gentle. No way!! This piece was re-done; now wild, jazzy, energetic, enthusiastic, engaging. I loved it and was so sorry when it ended!

The band also played “ Reaching” (available on Youtube) then “I Will Follow You”.

My all-time favourite was “Amazing Grace”, also modernized and wonderful!

Truly AMAZING! I WOULD LOVE TO SEE THIS BAND PERFORM AGAIN. SOON.

The meat was added by Judy Hart on Guitar

Claude Champagne was the thickening, on banjo

Veggies were represented by Chris Yves on tenor sax (please forgive if I’ve butchered your name, Chris)

Tomato flavouring came from Ken Johns ( who had just changed into RED VEST) with his licorice stick

Protein came from Barb Hunter on her Cajun trumpet

Carol Munday spiced things up with her trombone.

I’m convinced everyone was familiar with the very “commercial” Puttin’ On The Ritz, and the fun finale (I’m sure I have forgotten some) was Ooh la la la, c’est magnifique…sung by Claude. There were several solos and we enjoyed them all. My favourite was the banjo by Claude. This band is to be taken seriously, and when they all played together, Man, they were “BIG CITY GOOD”!

Ice buckets up, spirits up, Zumba instructor, Chrystal, up on a stone wall leading the Tuesday evening Zumba class in Pommier Jewellers’ Park. Participants are wearing their purple tops and are ready for the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.

The Zumba class carries on , dancing off the pounds, everyone having a blast, when the Cornwall Fire Department showed up to help fill the over 80 buckets with cold water. Lots of enthusiasm, bags of ice await nearby, then suddenly the firemen had to leave for a fire.

Plan B, Andre Pommier gets out a hose to fill the remaining buckets, volunteers top up the pails with ice, everyone is braced to do the deed. On the count of 3; one, two, three…can you believe it, my camera indicated “Battery Exhausted”. Trust me; it was awesome. You would have loved it. So embarrassing!

While everyone towelled off, participants were asked to check the bottom of their buckets for a yellow sticker. The lucky individual, Maria Dawson, was the winner of a silver pendant donated by Pommier Jewellers. It was a delightful silver inukshuk with a Canadian diamond on its tummy. This was only Maria’s second Zumba class, and although she’s been in Canada several years, she just became a Canadian citizen in July. Needless to say, she was thrilled with the prize. Kudos to the organizers. Scotia Bank has pledged to match the donations raised by the Zumba group and representatives were on hand to get bucketed too.

Always something going on in Cornwall.

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Hello to everyone reading the Seeker this week. We've had a bit of a break, but I'm glad to be back writing my column once more. I took advantage of the kindness of a friend to take a trip to Guelph a few weeks ago. This was a friend I had only met on Facebook, but we hit it off and she was kind enough to invite me to her home for a few days. So I decided to take her up on the offer. We only live once, and when opportunities come up, I've learned to take them, or perhaps regret it later if I didn't.

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So off I went on the Thursday to take the VIA train. (I hadn't been on one since the age of 17) to the very busy Union Station in Toronto, and then on to the city of Guelph from there. I was met at the train station after travelling for nearly 8 hours by Teejay and her really good friend, Paul. She was so nice to have had supper ready for me, a delicious roast beef sandwich mmmm mmm good. We stayed up talking to one another and then I was off to bed in Teejay's most comfortable princess and the pea bed.

She had planned for us to go shopping on our first day together. Boy did we shop ...We spent all afternoon going from one thrift store or antique store one after another. I think she knew I liked shopping or something *wink* *wink*. After all of the shopping we had to stop and have a cool drink together( A Caesar) on a sidewalk cafe. That evening Teejay and some of her lady friends had decided to have a potluck dinner(home-made spaghetti sauce made by Teejay herself) along with all of the fixings... salad, fresh bread and we even had strawberry/rhubarb pie for dessert.) What a lovely way to spend a Friday evening meeting more new friends.

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All good things must come to an end .... Bright and early on Tuesday morning, I was off to catch my train back home to Cornwall. Upon my return, Johnny took me kayaking, which was the perfect way to get the rush of people and places out of my mind. We saw the usual Great Blue Herons, but even more Egrets this time out. But all in all, I am glad to have gone, and I always try to take advantage of opportunities for adventure when they are offered to me.

Like I said before, why go through life regretting the things you could have done, when you can just say Yes instead! As for the Egrets, there are now about 15 of them in all, at our usual spot where we go kayaking. Although they only arrived in early August, it won't be long before they'll be off again, heading back south. These majestic birds have a seven foot wingspan, and seeing several of them take to the air at once is a sight to behold.

Until next week, take what you need, and give what you have extra of. It'll make you feel better, I promise! :)

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Guelph was a lovely older town, and I took the time to photograph many of the historic buildings, including a most beautiful old church (French Gothic) from the early 1800's which I even got to attend that Sunday morning with Paul. It worked out nicely, as my visit encompassed a Sunday, so off to church we went, to enjoy the ambiance from the inside of this magnificent structure. The afternoon Teejay decided to bring me to the nearby town of Cambridge to visit the ~Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory~, where hundreds of live butterflies fluttered about, with many of them landing on me and one landed on my shoulder. There were many other preserved specimens of various bugs, and so it was a very enjoyable and educational day. The next day we just decided to relax and take it easy and meet up with some other of Teejay's friends.

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On the Saturday we traveled to Fergus, Ontario to a Psychic Fair Teejay brought us there to have our fortunes read, which was quite an interesting experience to say the least. I went up and down the streets to take in all of the old architecture and so may cool and neat shops, whilst she was having her fortune told first. We went to a restaurant The ~Goofy Newfy~ that was over looking the Speed River to enjoy another of those ice cold Caesar drinks. That evening Teejay and Paul had a BBQ lobster tail and vegetable dinner. That evening Paul treated us. girls to icecream cones at Baskin Robbins with the Super Moon shining brightly overhead.

Oh What a day!!!

So whether we have the chance to see the Egrets (Long Sault Parkway is a good vantage point) or have butterflies land on us, we should all cherish these moments while they last. Our summers are too short, and in a matter of weeks, some of the birds will be vanishing, and many of our flowers will be drying out and wilting. We never know how long we may have something to enjoy, and that includes people in our lives as well. I lost an aunt less than a week ago and although we were never that close, it is still such a final thing to lose a family member. But life goes on, only a little differently. Even when we kayak, we see trees leaning farther each year, until limbs come down and eventually the whole tree dies. I've learned that nothing on this earth will last forever, and that we might as well enjoy what we are given as much as possible. I've learned not to take too much for granted, but to cherish the memories while we have the chance to make them. Enjoy what is left of the Summer, take those opportunities to go to the beach, or take a boat ride, or whatever it is that will make you happy. Then you can keep the memory during the cold days of winter, and fondly remember the fun times during the colder part of the year. But what am I saying? We still have the rest of summer, and then the glorious Autumn ahead of us. The world is filled with wonder, if we'd only slow down enough to appreciate it.

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by Colin Lathe To Rant or Rave In order to become a Seeker writer, I was tasked with making sure that my columns had a positive spin to them not always an easy task.

How many of us can put aside the easy and sometimes comforting ‘rant’ and instead choose to ‘rave’ about the latest topic of interest in the community? Even Ribfest became a target of ranting for businesses unable to find a way to capitalize on the additional draw of visitors and their spending money to the city. Isn’t it nicer when we hear somebody raving about how local businesses find new and engaging ways to be more involved and how they benefit from it instead?

It’s time for less ranting and more raving about things being done. Consider a recent diatribe on bicycle lanes coming to Second Street? Words like ‘dumb’, ‘frustrating’ and sarcastic language won’t further the discussion. Helping to get the community more engaged in the development of the plan and finding ways to ‘improve’ the concept for all those involved certainly would.

Personally, I’m happy to see Council taking steps to enhance transportation options and conditions for the few. Isn’t our society better served this way?

I found some of the arguments used against the idea interesting to say the least. Perhaps the ”wall-to-wall cyclists (including the cursed e-bike)” at the waterfront need additional safe east-west corridors. Or should we all just continue to add to the apparent car traffic ‘grid-lock’ (seriously?? Grid-Lock? In Cornwall??) because considering healthier alternatives feels like you’re putting your life at risk? Are there any other routes that cover this district and the large residential community it serves, that aren’t interrupted? First and Third certainly don’t. And the “east-end industrial park operations that employ hundreds of people” would be able to offer additional options for their staff (not to mention clientele) to get to them and back home safely – winwin all around!

It makes a great deal of sense to have Second Street made more accessible and safer for those that prefer an option other than ‘needing’ a car to get around. Also benefitting will be an aging population quickly becoming more dependent on motorized walkers and wheelchairs in order to get the daily errands completed. They already use the road instead of pedestrian sidewalks, wouldn’t it be a good thing if they felt comfortable and were safer doing so, and could continue to live independent lives that included other forms of mobility to get around on their own?

The ‘experts’ got it right this time! And speaking of raving…

Kudos to all the incredibly involved and outgoing community groups raising money and awareness for charitable causes. I never cease to be amazed at the number of people that take their personal time (often at their own expense as well) and put in huge efforts for others in the community.

And to all the folks ensuring Cornwall is a great place to live, work and play and keeping that

at the forefront of their thinking. With all the events, festivals, arts and culture attractions, new businesses and other goings-on in town I know these people are out there.

Keep up the great work all of you!

I like to think that changing the tone of an opinion, or how we perceive an experience is simple – which it is surely not – but it can be accomplished. The next time you find yourself wanting to say something that happens to be on your mind, consider this; Will you Rant or Rave. Not much difference in the spelling but a world apart in how they affect and influence lives.

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Celebrate Recovery @ Fountaingate Christian Assembly, 949 Mohawk Dr.

Seaway ME/FM Group Aquatic Exercise Tuesday & Friday from 11:55 am to 12:55 pm. Cornwall Aquatic Center, 100 Water St. E. People with chronic fatigue syndrome and/or fibromyalgia are invited to join.

S A U T R D A Y 30 Thousand Islands Casino Gananouque Bus Trip departing at 9:30 am. For info or reserve call 613.932.6534. Proceeds to the Auxiliary to St Joseph's Continuing Care Center

Cornwall's tiny convention! Starts at 10AM. The day will have many panels, workshops and other activities throughout the day. More information is on our website: http://www.coticon.com/ STEPHEN LEWIS and THE BIG BAND OF ONE ~ LIVE @ LOLA'S! (FREE SHOW) 9pm

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RCAFA Wing 424 Open House & Barbeque from 1 pm to 5 pm. 240 Water St. W.

Navy Club Labourfest Party & Chicken BBQ at 2 pm. 30 6th St E. Georgie's Karaoke at 1:30 pm, Spare Partz at 4 pm. Call 613.938.0285 for table reservations.

JAMIE HEATH BLUES PARTY ~ LIVE ON LOLAS PATIO THIS SUNDAY AUG 31st (FREE SHOW) 3pm

Worship and the Word at Fountaingate Christian Assembly, 949 Mohawk Drive. 10:30 am with Pastor Brad Montsion.

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Royal Canadian Legion Br 297 Labour Day BBQ 415 2nd St. W. Music by Rollie & The Nighthawks from 3 pm to 7 pm. Menu: steak or fish & chips.

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Tri‐County Literacy Council, 101 2nd Street West, is pleased to offer a FREE 8‐ Week Retail Associate Training starting on Tuesday,September 2, 2014. Classes run Monday to Thursday 9 am to 12 pm. Topics include: The World of Retail, Customer Service, Store Procedures, a Mock Interview and Links to Real Jobs. To register please call 613‐932‐ 7161.

Cornwall Gymnastics Club Fall Session Registration Tuesday evenings from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

Open House: Tuesday, September 2nd from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, 6313 Boundary Rd.

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

Cornwall Civic Center. Book your appointment to save a life: 1.888.2.DONATE

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Seaway ME/FM Group Aquatic Exercise Tuesday & Friday from 11:55 am to 12:55 pm. Cornwall Aquatic Center, 100 Water St. E. People with chronic fatigue syndrome and/or fibromyalgia are invited to join.

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6pm welcome back BBQ for the Air Cadets.

Cornwall Armouries. Anyone who has an interest in the program can join us and meet with cadets and staff to ask any questions as well as fill out applications to join.

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

Wings & Things & Karaoke from 4:30 pm. RCAFA Wing 424, 240 Water St. W. Also serving poutine, onion rings, fries, caesar salad & chicken strips

First Annual Donate & Eat for FREE at Love Love Food: in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cornwall & District

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Royal Canadian Legion Seniors Club Monthly Meeting Lunch at 12 noon, meeting at 1 pm followed by bingo. 415 2nd St. W.

Colts Home Opener Exciting junior hockey action returns to the Ed Lumley arena when your Cornwall Colts take on the Carleton Place Canadians, Thursday, September 4th at 7:30 pm

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Seaway ME/FM Group Aquatic Exercise Tuesday & Friday from 11:55 am to 12:55 pm. Cornwall Aquatic Center, 100 Water St. E. People with chronic fatigue syndrome and/or fibromyalgia are invited to join.

Fish & Chips & Karaoke from 4:30 pm. RCAFA. Wing 424, 240 Water St. W. Also serving wings, fries, poutine, onion rings & caesar salad

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The Parkinson Super Walk.

Registration at 9 am in Salon B, Cornwall Civic Complex, 100 Water St. E. Walk at 10:30 am in Lamoureux Park. For more info visit: ParkinsonSuperWalk.ca

2nd Annual United Way Zombie Run, A frightfully fun filled 5 km race at McMaze. On Saturday, September 6th run your way through the clutches of zombies along a trail of designated obstacles, slithering their way through mud to reach the safe zone! You’ll need a minimum of 50$ in pledges to participate. Call Sherry at 613.932.2051 to register.

FOCUS ART HOSTS THE FIRST CANDIDATE DISCUSSION at the Centre Charles‐Emile Claude. 4 main questions regarding the future of Arts and Culture in the city will be asked to those running for city council. Starts at 7pm. Open to the public.

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Join us for Stephen Lewis & The Big Band of One on Saturday Aug. 30th 9pm Start (No Cover)

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The Jamie Heath Blues Party on Sunday Aug. 31st Acoustic on the Patio 3 - 6pm (No Cover)

DARE TO BE SQUARE SWINGING B’S Square & Round Dance Club Invite you to 2 FREE/FUN Evenings Friday Sept. 5 and 12 8:00 p.m. Knox St Paul’s United Church Hall 800 12th. Street East (Off McConnell) Cornwall Learn why square dancing is Fun, Fitness & Friendship set to music No experience or partner required Info 613 932-7091

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A TIP FoR FREEZING ZuCCHINI: Once you rinse the zucchini, leave the peel on and grate it on a coarse box grater. Always double the amount you will require in your recipe as the zucchini shrinks down when frozen and it loses much of its volume. e.g. If your recipes ask for 2 cups of grated fresh zucchini, grate and freeze the zucchini in 4 cup amounts. When thawing, press out all of the liquid from the grated zucchini. Proceed with your recipe.

(IF you have the time, double the recipe and freeze a dozen muffins for future use.)

1 cup whole wheat flour 1- 1/2 rounded tsp. baking powder 1/2 level tsp. baking soda 1 rounded tsp. ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground allspice 1 tsp. fine salt 1 cup or so Thompson raisins

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METHOD: -Set your oven to 400 degrees F. Line paper liners in a 12 cup muffin tray.

-In a small bowl, whisk the egg until nice and frothy.

-Add in the Crisco oil, sugar and milk. Lastly stir in the grated zucchini.

-In a large bowl, sift or whisk all of the dry ingredients: the both flours, baking powder and baking soda, cinnamon, allspice and salt.

-Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients. Pour in the wet ingredients.

-Just mix to combine the wet and dry ingredients. Gently stir in the Thompson raisins. The batter will be lumpy looking. That's fine.

-Use a scoop for ease in filling the muffin papers in the tin. By using a scoop, each muffin will be exactly the same size and the batter starts off by being rounded on top. We sell these scoops at my store, Sharyn's Pantry.

They come in all sizes. They are great for scooping cookie batter as well.

You save a great deal of time using them.

-Fill the muffin papers 3/4 full.Bake your muffins for 20 to 25 minutes.

Allow the muffins to sit in the tin after baking for 5 minutes, then lift them out of the pan and place them on a wire cooling rack.

-The recipe will make 12 large muffins. ENJOY! (This recipe came from Jean Pare's Muffins and More Cookbook. It's one of my favourite cookbooks. Gary gave it to me back in the early 1980's.)

METHOD: -Set your oven to 325 degrees F. Either use a 9" x 13" pan or a 9" or 10" bun pan. Grease and flour the pan you will use. Set aside for now.

-Cream the butter, oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla and buttermilk.

-Sift in the dry ingredients and stir this into the creamed mixture.

-Gently stir in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.

-Pour the cake batter into the pan you have chosen to use.

-Bake your cake for 45 minutes. Test for doneness with a toothpick or a cake tester. ENJOY!!!

(This recipe came from 'Winners- More Recipes From The Best Of Bridge Cookbook'. This is another of my favourite cookbook series.

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INGREDIENTS: 1 extra large egg 1/4 cup Crisco vegetable oil 1/2 cup white sugar 1 cup grated fresh zucchini, with the skin left on before grating 1/2 cup milk 1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour

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The summer just seems to have flown by so quickly. It's hard to believe that this is Labour Day Weekend and school will be starting next week or even has already started in the French School system. I thought a couple of zucchini recipes would fill the bill this week. Both the muffins and the cake will be a welcome addition to lunch boxes or as after school snacks. I remember when our three daughters arrived home after school they were famished. There was always something tasty and homemade for them to enjoy. now some of our grandchildren are beginning or returning to University. How time flies!

INGREDIENTS: 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup Crisco vegetable oil 1- 3/4 cups white sugar 2 extra large eggs 1 tsp. pure vanilla 1/2 cup buttermilk (or use sour milk) ( To sour milk, just stir 2 tsp. lemon juice or white vinegar into a 1/2 cup of sweet milk. Stir and allow to sit for 5 minutes. The milk will sour and curdle in this time.)

2- 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour 4 tbsp. Dutch Process cocoa powder ( We sell this at my store Sharyn's Pantry --- it's the very best cocoa to use in ANYTHING!!! ) 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. ground cloves 2 cups grated fresh zucchini 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Hey everyone ….this week’s column will be short and sweet but I make it a point to write it every week…just to let all of you know how happy I am that you are all allowing me to live out my passion!! The fact that you make it a point on your weekly calendar to come in every Saturday is very heart warming and always makes me realize that I am doing the right thing for my community…thank you!!

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This Saturday, August 30th, Julia Beshara of organics by Julia will be at the shop…with all of her amazing organic body products. Everything organic from lip balms, facial and body creams, lotions, salve, bath soap bars, deodorant, bath salts, facial cleansers etc…you have to come in and meet her….she is amazing!!

Julia will also have some of her loose organic tea as well as maple/garlic dressing for sale….they go fast so please come early for best selection…

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For help with deciding which option is right for you, let’s schedule some time to talk. We’ll start by reviewing your current situation to better understand your needs and goals. Then we can decide on possible solutions that can help keep you on track to reach your goals.

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on Saturday, September 13th, Michelle Gauthier will be at my shop promoting her new business…”Natural Balance Fitness”….she is an amazing personal trainer and will help find the perfect diet plan for you as well. Come and see all that she has to offer… how easy it is to live your best life ever!!

As for our little sweet pea….Epic E’s quest (Eleanor dore)…there are still major issues going on since they have removed the huge benign tumour that was overtaking her small body and a portion of her liver. She is still at Toronto Sick Kids , the specialists are doing their very best to try to figure out her very rare and complex case. Her parents, AnnMarie Wheeler and Justin Dore have been nothing but brave and positive throughout this whole ordeal and I am so impressed with their courage. I cannot imagine what they are living daily but they say that it is because of our thoughts , prayers, positive vibes and support that they are surviving and seeing a light at the end of this very long tunnel….one of the main issues is that she also needs to start eating, keeping food down and gaining some WITH weight….imagine that she will be 1 year old CORNWALL’S soon and only weighed 14.5 lbs at the beginning of this week…please send your positive Largest Portable thoughts her way….

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All The King's People will be operated and administrated on behalf of the Cornwall River Kings and the Booster Club. Its mandate will be to raise money for those in need, from people suffering from life-threatening illnesses to those who lack sufficient resources to pursue higher education and to children looking to be active in sports.

Guy St-Jean says Canadian Blood Services still discriminates against gay men - Although Canada has lifted a nearly

barely sustain the enormous medical bills that result from her trips back and forth to Ottawa for chemotherapy,” he said. “For me, helping her was not even a choice.” Funds will be raised for Danielle by a variety ways throughout the day on Sept. 7.

The Annual Mayor-Media Blood Donor Clinic will take place next Tuesday at the Cornwall Civic Complex. I would love to participate in in the blood donor clinic and possibly help save someone’s life but The Canadian Blood Services will not allow me donate. Donating blood is one of the easiest and greatest gifts we could give. However, we are all too familiar that a sexually active gay male has been denied the right to donate blood based on stereotypes, discrimination, and fear. We all now have a chance to work together to fight against these stereotypes, discrimination, and fears. It is time to look at the current state of HIV research and allow reason to lead The Canadian Blood Services into allowing gay men the right to donate blood. Because donating blood is not just a gay rights issue, but also a human rights issue.

30-year-old ban on gay men giving blood, though for the time being only those We Move Seniors abstinent for a period of 5 years are allowed to 613-662-4578 donate. The best way any community Sally Stata 613-932-3168 or could help out the relief efforts is to All The King's People will be holding its first fundraiser volunteer time, money and blood. As a gay on Sunday, Sept. 7 in honour of Danielle Ouimet, a male, it is easy to donate time or money; single mom from Cornwall who suffers from cervical cancer. “When I first heard of however, the last one is an issue all on its Danielle's illness, I was almost in tears,” said Brock Frost owner of the RIver kIngs. “This own. woman works hard to support her two children, Ethan (six) and Emmett (one) and can

First, the River Kings and Queens will be holding a car wash and BBQ at The Brick Cornwall from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Second, the River Kings will have a merchandise booth at the Cornwall Speedway beginning at 6:30 p.m. The River Kings Blue & White game is also on Sept. 7 at the Cornwall Civic Complex, with an after-party being held at Shoeless Joe’s. A private party will then be held at Vu Nightspot. A percentage of all money raised by the team on Sept. 7 will go toward Danielle’s medical bills, in addition to an RESP fund for her two sons, courtesy of Scott Beck from Sunlife Financial. For information on how to donate to this great clause, please contact the River Kings office at 613-933-9797. You can also contact Frost directly at 613-362-2461 or by email at robertbrockfrost@gmail.com

Sincerely, Guy St-Jean.

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SouL MATES Evaluating your current relationship 1.

Be realistic and practical about your relationship. Note: Unless there is a major commitment, use caution before sacrificing your prized possessions to squeeze it all under one roof.

2.

Especially if children are involved and before considering selling your house, play it safe and rent - if you can afford it - both of your homes until the relationship has proved itself.

3.

Find out about each other’s bad habits since no one ever knows what to expect when moving in with someone else until they witness first hand the truth of it all.

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Take a real glimpse into what his/her kitchen, bedroom and bathroom look like, on a bad day.

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Once you have figured out what annoys you both, help each other work out fixing those habits; yelling at each other is not a solution.

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Agree to disagree and alternate who gets the "family TV" and who goes to another TV room when you want to watch different shows.

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Give and take to reach a happy medium, about cleaning and cooking.

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If your sweetie does something that's really bothers you, communicate before it escalates and it ends up with one of you stewing for days or unleashing his/her anger about something your cohabiter is totally clueless about.

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Remember, living with you may not always be a walk in the park either.

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Remember, you two decided to cohabitate for a reason, i.e., being compatible, having a strong and healthy relationship, and both wanting to take it to the next level.

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If things work out, consider selling your individual homes and purchasing a totally new place together so it doesn't feel as if one person is moving in on the other's territory.

Planning finances 1.

If you decide to sell one or both of your homes, you might owe capital gains taxes. If so, consult a tax advisor about strategies to minimize your tax liability.

2.

If your decisions involve the sale or purchase of more than one home, consider hiring the same realtor for multiple transactions to negotiate a commission discount.

3.

If you decide to buy a new home together, consider if you want to reinvest all of the equity from the homes you sold or if you want to set aside some of the cash for other uses.

4.

If you decide to buy a house, evaluate what you feel comfortable spending. Note: Remember to include homeowner's insurance, maintenance and repairs, utilities, property taxes and the monthly mortgage payment.

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If you buy a new home, you may need to consult an attorney about the options regarding holding title to that property, especially if you have children from prior marriages.

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Time your transactions to minimize the hassles and expenses of moving.

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Save receipts and split end of the month expenses, i.e., the rent or mortgage, utilities, insurance, and other monthly expenses.

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Discuss where you want to live and once you select a location take into account if you have children or are planning to start a family.

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Discuss the size of the home you need to accommodate your current and future needs.

If you have other questions you would like answered please call Marie Morrell at 613-936-6873 or email office@workeasysolution.com All feedbacks welcome.

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Deadlines 5pm on Tuesdays

FOR SALE: Cobra CB radio, model 39 LTD. 1983 Cobra CB set.

Call 613-938-3168 after 6pm please.

FREE: 2 colour TVs to give away - both in working condition.

Call 613-932-3936.

FOR SALE: Seven (7) solid maple dark colour $35.00 each excellent condition for home of office . Will sold any amount at a time; call 613-9366873.

The Centennial Choir of Cornwall

is welcoming potential new members to our Fall rehearsals. Experience and enjoyment singing in other choirs are the best criteria. All sections are available and the ability to read music would be a valuable asset.

Informal auditions will be held after a few weeks to determine voice placement. The first choir practice will be held at 6:45 on Monday, Sept. 8th at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 28 Second St., Cornwall.

We’re on an Ontario-wide homeowner hunt to uncover the strangest wackiest, most extreme solutions to home repairs ever seen. Ideal candidates for this series are gregarious, fun loving people who don’t take themselves too seriously and have an aptitude for completely outrageous DIY solutions.

New HGTV Canada series, I Wrecked My House, hosted by comedian Steve Patterson is looking for un-handy homeowners with an eccentric, unconventional approach to home repairs.

House Wreckers wanted…

Saturday August 30, 8am to 2pm, 129 and 137 First St. W

Further information at 613 9361131

Are you or someone you know more like MacGyver than Mike Holmes?

By participating in the show, selected not-so-handy homeowners will have a chance to receive a major renovation to their home for FREE.

Who says you can’t use old crutches to hold up the stairs? Your leg healed, so why not put those crutches to good use. Better yet, how about using a car jack to hold up that beam in the basement?

If your go-to tool for home repair is more likely to be a roll of duct tape rather than a screw driver then we want you! Ever use roofing shingles to tile the foyer? Not such a bad idea, considering those shingles have a 25 year guarantee! And why return your empties for a refund? Just punch a few holes in that beer can and it makes for a perfect shower head. Now that’s worth more than five cents! Who says you can’t install used linoleum on the kitchen walls for a backsplash? Why waste good flooring! Or use that trusty duct tape in place of caulking around the bathtub.

We want to hear more about these kooky and bizarre approaches to home repair!

FAMILY YARD SALE

Submissions and nominations can be emailed to casting@mountainroad.ca with the following information: 1. The story behind the questionable home repairs; 2. Photos of each of the eccentric repairs; 3. A photo of you and a photo of the not-so-handy person you are nominating; 4. Your contact information.

Deadline for submission: Production starts this fall. If you want the chance to receive a major home renovation, please do not delay, apply immediately!

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FOCUS ART ON LINE NEWS

by Rose Desnoyers

FIRST MEETING oF THE SEASoN On September 3rd l’Association Focus Art Association will host its first meeting of the season 2014-2015 at le Centre Charles-Émile Claude, 146 Chevrier Ave at 7pm.

The evening is an exciting event that will impact the future of the art scene in Cornwall. Candidates, who have announced their candidacy for election on October 27, are invited to meet members and the public in order to exchange on the potential of art and culture in our city. (We understand nominations are open until September 12) At the time of press, 11 of the candidates invited indicated their intention to participate in the forum: Brock Frost, Jamie Gilcig, Gary W. Samier, Alyssa Blais, Todd Bennett, Rony Macarone, Leslie O’Shaughnessy, Carilyne Hébert, Guy St-Jean, Glen Grant and Dave Murphy indicated they would attend. Mayor Bob Kilger and Roland Besner expressed their interest but had previous engagements on September 3.

One of the interesting topics to be addressed could be: How important is art to you? Is art important to a community? If so, as a councillor, how would you work to help a group such as 95 visual artists obtain funds for organizing events, programming and community projects in the arts?

Don’t miss this occasion to begin the debate on the need for art and culture in Cornwall.

MEMBERSHIP Members are expected in large numbers at the forum since this is our first meeting; it is also the date to renew your membership or join if you care to do so. Doors will open at 6pm.

Elaine Arkwright, treasurer, and her team will be on hand to get this done quickly before the forum begins at 7pm. Membership is $25.00.

The First Annual

KIDS’ Expo

the everything related to kids 0-18 years event ...

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

Keep your kids in the know, on-the-go, dressed in style, educated and entertained!

CORNWALL CIVIC COMPLEX SALONS A, B & C 10 am - 4 pm Come find out FREE ADMISSION what “Kids Stuff” Donations accepted for the Jump Start Programme

WEAR PURPLE ... and Ride Cornwall Transit buses FREE from 10am to 5pm.

we have to offer in Cornwall & Area • Arts • Sports • Clubs • Dances plus more

Come join us and support the CHILDRENS AID SOCIETY at Lamoureux Park with their CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION CAMPAIGN LAUNCH. FREE BBQ and family related activites. POP a Paper Bag “Break the Silence, Use your voice”

QUESTIONS? or are you interested in taking part in this “awesome” event?

call Ginny @ 613-935-5584 or Mai-Liis @ 613-932-4812 Thank you to our sponsors:

Invitations and more by

Creation WORKSHOP

PRoPoSEd Focus Art SCHEduLE FoR 2014-2915

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Here are the dates to red circle on your calendar.

Contents will be added in future issues.

Poster by: Invitations and more by Mai-Liis

There will be other activities and exhibitions added to the schedule in future issues such as a Batik workshop, partnerships with other studios, an exchange project with another association etc.

Read us here, watch for emails and find us on our website www.focusartonline.org

May 6 Members-Annual General Assembly June 3 Workshop The Board of directors meets every third Tuesday of the month to plan and organize.

September 3 Members and the public-Meet the Candidates / Sign up membership october 1 Members-Workshop october 4 All artists and Members-Juried Show (Drop-off Oct.2-3, Vernissage Oct. 8, Pick-up Oct. 31) November 5 Members-Workshop december 3 Members-Christmas Party January 7 Members-Workshop February 4 Members-Workshop March 4 Members-Workshop April 1 Members-Workshop April - Members-Spring Exhibition theme to be determined

You still have time to visit OBO Studios’ exhibition “Small Wonders” at the TAG. Don’t miss this beautiful collection of art works by local artists, several of whom are members of Focus Art.

Tour. Focus Art is one of the proud sponsors of the tour and encourage our readers to visit the 18 sites. To plan your journey visit the website www.applesandart.ca or info@appleandart.ca or like us on Facebook/applesandartstudiotour. Pick up a brochure at the many Seaway Valley Tourism kiosque.

Exhibitions

You can also see many works of Tracy-Lynn Davies at the Grind on Second St. next to the Library. The coffee shop is a great setting for the exhibition where patrons can appreciate the wonderful variety of Tracy’s work.

We recommend you reserve September 27 and 28 for the 23rd Apples and Art Studio

Interesting Reading Sometimes you need a little nudge. For years I have enjoyed reading the letters from Canadian painter Robert Genn. This year Robert died after a battle with cancer. His letters are still on line.

His daughter Sara, who worked at his side for years, has taken on his lifelong commitment to help other artists. I encourage you to look him up and receive his newsletter free: The Painters Keys. He inspiration.

Rose Desnoyers President of Association FOCUS ART Association www.focusartonline.org info@focusartonline.com rosedesn@cogeco.ca

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