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$6,000 Donation for Library Programs from Friends but the post-Christmas spirit was ever present. Left-over refreshments were donated to the Youth Centre. The food donation to the Salvation Army was minimal at best. Cookie bakers this year were Lou Munz and Marie Gouthro with dough provided by Butler’s Victorian Pantry. Giant Tiger donated fruit drinks. Library patrons are reminded that this is membership renewal month for Friends. Income tax receipts, along with a newsletter, will be mailed at the end of January. Jeffrey Murray agreed to continue as co-chair of the Tenth Annual North Grenville Book Fair. Community Living North Sue Higgins, Library CEO, proudly accepts a $6,000 from Barb McDerby, TreaGrenville should be namsurer, Friends of the NG Library. Presentation was made in the children’s section. ing its co-chair in the near future. Jeff mentioned that Grenville Book Fair. The $350 for two book clubs 85 boxes of books have alPatrick Babin $10,000 raised through ready been donated. These (Tween the Lines and Book the sale of books at Fer- books will be stored in The highlight of last Chat) guson Forest, the largest Oxford Mills for the time $200 for the ER Fund Friday’s meeting of the amount ever, was shared being. The membership Executive Committee of (books CDs, and DVDs the Friends of the North celebrating music and enter- with Community Living report, submitted by Ivan North Grenville, partners Russell, showed a 16% Grenville Public Library tainment) growth in membership in was the presentation of $150 for Adult Literacy Ma- in this endeavor. P. Babin, Chair, report- 2012. a $6,000 cheque to the terial (Golden Books, Good ed briefly on this year’s The phenomenal sucLibrary CEO Sue Hig- Reads, and Rapid Reads) 11th Children’s Holiday $200 for photocopying and cess of Youngsters of gins by Barb McDerby, Concert, held during the Yore, attributed to the arwebsite updating. Treasurer. Many of the aforemen- storm of the decade on duous (but fun) involveThat amount can be tioned programs would December 27, 2012. ment of Jean Kilfoyle, itemized as follows: not be possible without Again this year, the Fran Thompson, and other $2,400 for Sarah’s Circle, the financial support pro- ER Quartet provided an Friends volunteers, was $1,700 for Drop-in Story vided by Friends. A ma- exciting program that cap- underscored. The ExecuTime, jor portion of that $6,000 tivated every Mom and tive was impressed at the $1,000 for the TD Summer was realized as a result child. Attendance, due to variety of presentations Reading Program of the 9th Annual North heavy snow, was sparse at these weekly Thurs-

day meetings held at the Norenberg Building. It is still the only place in town where high tea and gourmet desserts are served on a weekly basis, with the exception of the Victorian Pantry. The Literacy Project, involving Friends, St. James Church, and Rotary International, was discussed. Last October, Friends donated $200 for the purchase of children’s books for the benefit of the Salvation Army’s Christmas hampers. There has been no follow up to this project. The next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2013. Sue Higgins had been asked by George Buys, program chair, to provide an update on the 11th Literary Follies, scheduled for March 3, 2013, at Leslie Hall. The program, to be finalized in a few weeks, will be published in early February. Volunteers are needed for the refreshments centre. Please email magboyer@ magma.ca to get on our weekly email list for updates on what’s happening in North Grenville

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Tragic House Fire in Oxford Mills During the short power outage on Sunday, it seems a gas explosion caused the death of Marg Rupert at her home in Oxford Mills. The explosion, which led to the blowing out of a downstairs window, and caused a huge wall of flame to shoot out onto Maplewood Avenue, was seen and heard by neighbours who tried bravely to get into the house to rescue Marg. There was, however, no way for them to gain access, and when firefighters arrived on the scene, they found her inside. The emergency workers, who arrived in number and included a fire truck from Merrickville, tried CPR, but without success. Marg Rupert was a very familiar figure around Oxford Mills for many years. After a long teaching career, Marg had suffered a stroke and retired to her home in the village. She was to be seen every day, her cap on her head, walking her dog - often down the road rather than on the path. She went doorto-door through Oxford Continued on page 2

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riends of the Ferguson Forest Centre are hosting a “stargazing evening” on Saturday, January 26, 2013. Meet at 6:30 pm at the Ferguson Forest Centre offices (275 County Road 44, beside the North Grenville Municipal Centre). We’ll walk from there (in the dark! Bring flashlights!) to the nearby fields for the best view of the stars, satellites, and constellations. Steve Wendt will lead the evening and explain what we’re looking at.

There is no charge for the stargazing event. Optional coffee or hot chocolate at one of the local coffee shops afterwards. In the event of rain or cloud, or extremely icy conditions, the stargazing will be postponed to February (date to be confirmed). However, the colder the better for stargazing – dress warmly! Check our website http:// www.friendsofthefergusonforest.ca/ or Facebook page for last-minute updates. Hope to see you there!

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Continued from front page Mills collecting for the Cancer Society, or other causes, and was a regular at all the Community Association events, and the North Grenville Historical Society meetings in Kemptville. Marg was a very self-sufficient person, who had overcome real adversities to make a life for herself. Her loss is something that will really only be felt over the coming weeks and months, as the dreadful reality sinks in. It seems particularly sad that Marg lost her life during a relatively brief power outage. The precise cause of the accident will not be known for some time, but the results are only too obvious. Her friends in the village and beyond, and those who knew her a school teacher, will mourn her passing.

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Editorial Page Time for the TIMES To Take Time Off David Shanahan

t is mid-January, and the mid-winter blues are starting to kick in. The Christmas season is over, and we are all out of good cheer as we face a long slow crawl to the March break. Personally, I have had enough of serious stuff for now. Time for a break from the constant fighting and struggle for fair play, honest corporations and World Peace. Time for some fun. But what should that be, I asked. How about some good one-liners for the general public? Here goes: Those who jump off a bridge in Paris are in Seine. Does the name Pavlov ring a bell? A chicken crossing the road is poultry in motion. If you don't pay your exorcist, you get repossessed. With her marriage, she got a new name and a dress. How about something for the educated palate? Some lines you have to think about (or, for the educated, of which you have to think..): Dijon vu - the same mustard as before. A hangover is the wrath of grapes. When two egotists meet, it's an I for an I. In democracy your vote counts. In feudalism your count votes. Or we could just be silly. After all, that is what the powers that be think we are anyway! How about these? What's the definition of a will? (It's a dead give away). Time flies like an arrow. Fruit flies like a banana. She was engaged to a boyfriend with a wooden leg but broke it off. Something for the Council, now that they’ve finished their financial planning for the year: You feel stuck with your debt if you can't budge it. And for the rest of us, who have been financially planned: A lot of money is tainted - Taint yours and taint mine. Something for the wonderful and patient army of developers in North Grenville: Once January 23, 2013

you've seen one shopping centre, you've seen a mall. Here’s one for the computer geeks (because only they will get it): Local Area Network in Australia - the LAN down under. And here are a couple more, just for fun: He had a photographic memory that was never developed. Bakers trade bread recipes on a knead-toknow basis. Santa's helpers are subordinate clauses. Acupuncture is a jab well done. But, after thinking of all the one-liners, I suddenly had a concern: what about the many readers who are looking for a rant? You see, there are those who are never happier than when they have something to be offended by. And it does seem that I have kept many, many people happy in that manner over the years. Was it fair, I wondered, to leave them lonely and unfulfilled at this terrible time of year? No, it is not! So, here’s a couple of thoughts just to offend them. Canadians have a reputation of being nice, tolerant, peaceful and fair. They like to think that other nations see them that way too. But, after many years of living here, I have come up with a theory that explains it all. You see, Canadians are really just as nasty, mean and violent as everyone else on the planet, but they have learned to sublimate all that through two very important characteristics. The first, of course, is hockey. The National Sport is all about men (mostly) putting on armour and arming themselves with lances before setting off into battle on blades of steel. Locked into a small arena, these gladiators only really get the mob happy when they start pulling off the gloves

The North Grenville Times they’re called drunks. There is a nasty side to Irish wit, too. George Bernard Shaw once commented to a society lady: “Certainly I enjoyed myself at your party. There was nothing else to enjoy.” Another Irish writer said of a colleague: “I hear that he’s ill. Nothing trivial, I hope”. And, to round out this attempt at escaping from the serious inconsequentials of life in January, here’s a few more from the Irish: My mum and dad are both dead and now I think of some of the things I wish I’d said to them. Like “be careful of that bus”. He was a man of his word, and his word was no good. An Irishman loses his dog, so he puts an ad in the newspaper that says: “here boy”.

and saying it with fists. As an aside, why do Canadian (ok, North American) sports commentators and reporters feel they have to shout ALL THE TIME? Seriously, is everything that exciting? That may do when they’re talking hockey or something, but when it comes to soccer, it just sounds strange. Oh, can Canadian sports people please learn how to pronounce the names of English soccer teams? The “w” is silent in “Norwich”and “West Bromwich Albion”. OK, back to sports as a devious way to hide national characteristics. In Canada, teams don’t win and lose. No, they “blank” each other, or they are “over” each other, etc. Quite aggressive verbs, all the time. And, of course, people don’t skate: they “hit” the ice. Now, those violent verbs are not confined to sports in Canada. Oh, no. Canadians verbalise their aggression in the strangest ways. They not only hit the ice, they also hit the slopes. Worse, they hit the books! Really? You hit books? In fact, Canadians apparently hate literature: if they`re not hitting books, they’re cracking them open! Even innocent things like inanimate objects are subject to violent verbs. Who has not “grabbed” a coffee, or just “grabbed” something to eat? Now, if you find yourself upset with me for all of this, don’t worry. You can always “catch me later”. It is only fair, after catering to the needs of the rant-lovers, that I balance the whole thing by ending with more humour: this time at the expense of the Irish. There are the usual ethnic slurs about Irish drinking: Have you heard about the Irishman who joined Alcoholics Anonymous? He still drinks, but under another name. On a similar theme, here’s a thought: in Ireland, every pub is full of poets and wits. In other countries,

Knights of Columbus Charity Raffle to support Local Initiatives John Brauneisen

The Knights of Columbus have undertaken a raffle in aid of the Kemptville District Hospital, the Beth Donovan Hospice and North Grenville Accessible Transportation (NGAT). This is a special charity raffle over and above the Council's normal work in the community. The goal is to raise $3,000, which would be distributed equally to each of the three organizations. The draw will be held at the Sweetheart Brunch on February 10, 2013. For over ten years, the Knights of Columbus Holy Cross Council 5333 have put on this event as part of its fund raising activities and it will provide a lovely brunch to approximately eight hundred people again this year. Live entertainment is also provided, while North Grenville residents enjoy a wonderful meal with their families. In 2012, Holy Cross Council was fifty years old. Over the years, the Council has worked closely with the North Grenville Community Service Council, the Salvation Army and the House of Lazarus. The Knights in 3

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Grammar Minute Patrick Babin

Common Grammar Mistakes that (Almost) Everyone Makes

elow are grammar mistakes which we have all made. We see them routinely in manuals, magazines, newspapers, and even bestselling fiction.

NOR If your sentence expresses a negative followed by another negative, you should make use of nor. Neither the students nor the teachers were late. NOR follows NEITHER OR follows EITHER BRING One of my booby traps! If an object is being moved forward, use bring. TAKE If the object is being moved away, use take. AFFECT Remember that affect is almost always a verb; effect is almost always a noun. EFFECT This sound affects people’s attention. Positive effects improve performance. ________________________________________________ MISHMASH Do you bury or berry? Why is it not pronounced the way it looks? Are both pronunciations correct? -----------------------------------------------I could care less Irregardless Her hat compliments her dress To quickly write He sat down on the chair Your coming with us Use the least amount of words There is something wrong with each of these words, phrases, and sentences. Can you spot the errors? Pled guilty or plead guilty? In the United States, you might hear, “pled guilty”; in Britain, “plead guilty”. (“pleaded” is also legitimate) There is probably too much vociferousness relative to certain words. It helps to know the various tenses. In closing, it is most gratifying to hear from you.

John Brauneisen, manning the Raffle on behalf of the Knights of Columbus Kemptville have operated a community food bank for many years. In 2011, the Council undertook a commitment to raise $40,000 for the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation over four years. In 2013, the Council will provide the second of four installments to our local hospital. The Council will regularly make financial contri-

butions to such organizations as the Beth Donovan Hospice, NGAT , the hospital, Ryan's Well, Scouts Canada and Harvest House Rehabilitation Centre. Finally, for the last six years, Council 5333 has hosted a golf tournament at the Nationview Golf Course on the second Saturday in September.

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promoting the health and fitness of trail use; looking at potential tourism possibilities; connecting our current established trails and hamlets; offering alternate transportation options for the community; all of which will enhance quality of life. The document highlights details from path size, safety, funding recognition for partners, to name but a few, creating policy guidelines that are standards to be met. Trails created, or existing, will need to meet these standards and be maintained. Our Council is committed to implementing the strategy. Staff and Council have worked and accomplished to date an initiatives list that includes: prioritizing sidewalk repair and additions; an extension from Settlers Grant that will meet existing community trails; applying to funding sources, and also trying to acquire lands to create additional trail connectors. Priorities have been established for this calendar year. These will include a pathway on County Rd. 44, which may include a pedestrian crossing should funding allow, completion of the Concession Road allowance, the Waterfront Trail, acquiring more land, and a signage and a communications plan. Although these

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n 2007, a legacy project was launched in our community that would mark one hundred and fifty kilometers of trails. The next year, through the Eastern Ontario Development Program, funding was received and the process began, creating maps, developing walking tours, installing signage and launching a website. Following closely after these strong beginnings, North Grenville received funding from the Ontario Ministry of Health Promotion and Sport to map out a strategy to develop, manage and promote the trails for our residents and visitors. A strategy like this establishes for staff and council the recommended direction and initiatives to launch the project in the community. The vision and conclusion from the strategy, that surveyed a varied selection of our community, was to provide a well- connected system of trails that would provide residents and visitors the opportunity to engage in an active, healthy lifestyle, travel to destinations in our community, and experience nature. There are five key elements that the strategy focuses on, including: 4

are the priorities, they will require staff time and dollars to complete. The good news is that we have moved on to the next recommended strategy step and our Trails Advisory Committee has been established. The first meeting has brought together this new Committee of Council and we have an excellent representation of five North Grenville residents who are eager to work on following up with recommendations. The Committee has already set some goals, which will include a spring meeting with a variety of key stakeholders. The varied perspectives and advice the members will bring to the table will be a key driver of getting the trails in play and familiar to all our residents. As usual, when called upon, the residents of the community never hesitate to commit their ideas and volunteer time to help Council move a large evolving project forward. Communications, signage and partnerships will be a priority. The trail system’s success will be in the people-friendly nature of being able to know where one can bike, hike, snowshoe, ski, walk or run. Knowing how to

access information, and achieving solid partnerships, will be a focus when the committee next sits down together. Communicating information will be essential for visitors and our community, so everyone can take full advantage of this resource. As with most long range projects, this strategy was written with a flexible schedule over a twenty year time span, allowing for continued input from councils, staff and community. A project of this size is important to our growing community. For North Grenville the opportunity to be green, growing, and going, promoting healthy lifestyle choices for people through a trail network, will enhance our unique community physical layout. It will be an important piece of infrastructure that will enhance quality of life. As with all evolving projects, we are interested in hearing your views. Over the course of this year and next, the committee will be seeking your input. Please visit the municipal website at ngtrails.ca. The complete strategy is available, as well as maps and walking tour guides.

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Letters to the Editor Dear Editor I want to support Woody Armour’s call for a Saturday morning (or all day) Farmer’s Market. In season I shop exclusively at local farm stands and markets, and year-round I buy my meat from Albert’s or Greg’s over in Winchester. I make every effort to buy local and a market here would be great. I’ve never been to the Kemptville market because I have no interest in shopping in the summer heat of a Sunday afternoon, at which point I’ve long since done my shopping for the weekend anyway. Really bad timing in my opinion - and I’d fully and happily support a Saturday morning market with all manner of local products. Hope it happens! Mike Villeneuve Mountain, Ontario

participate only at the established 2:00 to 4:00 Sunday market, no one is saying they can’t continue with the practice. Why not have both a Saturday and Sunday market and let consumer dollars dictate the outcome. Diana Scanlan

Dear Editor As per Mr. Armour’s article in the NG Times of January 16th, I would shop the market that he is proposing. When Sunday comes around I am all shopped out and have bought my provisions for the rest of the week. Also on Sundays we usually are out and about and give the market a miss. Joan Gallagher jmgallagh@ripnet.com Dear Editor

Dear Editor Re: A New Farmers’ Market YEA – someone has finally said out loud what MANY residents have been saying quietly for the past two years! Of course Saturday morning is a better time for a Farmers’ Market. Having discussed this with at least one of the current group of vendors at the Kemptville Farmers’ Market, I was told several of the vendors themselves agree with this, while others are not willing to move from the 2:00 to 4:00 Sunday time frame. Reasons were that some vendors already participate in Saturday markets elsewhere while others wouldn’t have time to prepare their wares for an early morning start. I suspect other potential vendors will be far more interested in participating in an all day Saturday market, and this will keep our shopping dollars local rather than having them spent at the North Gower or Parkdale Market in Ottawa where they sometimes go on Saturdays. This is in no way a criticism of the core Market group which initiated the Kemptville Farmers’ Market. I admire their efforts, thank them for getting it going, and support it as much as I can. For those who wish to January 23, 2013

"A new farmers market?" as described by Woody Armour could go a long way to solving the problem of business erosion in 'Old Town Kemptville'. This is a band wagon that I believe even the most cynical could support. If the downtown is emptying as rapidly as you have described in your editorial, an all day (any day but Sunday) farmers market could turn that trend around. Faye Nicholson Dear Editor Catherine and I are enjoying The North Grenville Times and look forward to each Wednesday edition. Your articles regarding our local history are wonderful. Thanks for recognizing those of us in the North Grenville area who received the Queen's Jubilee Medal (ref. "North Grenville Residents Awarded Diamond Jubilee Medal.") There are three other residents who received the medal and deserve recognition: Joanne Pulfer (wife of Ralph) Both Joanne and Ralph served in Afghanistan. Ken Richardson who served in the Royal Canadian Navy and is a member of the Nato Veterans Organization of Canada. Bob Cansdale who served in the Royal Canadian Navy and is a mem-

same level of support to every charitable organization which comes knocking on their door looking for support. Sun Mountain Sports: While sporting goods are available elsewhere (yes at the big box stores at Colonnade), no other seller in this community can, or will, provide the same level of expertise, guidance and advice when purchasing sports equipment. If they don’t have what’s best for you personally, they’ll get it for you. Not only that, they’ll provide excellent after sales service should it be needed at another time. Book Market: As one of many stores owned by the proprietor, there are literally thousands of choices here. Again, if she doesn’t have the specific book you’re looking for, she’ll get it from one of her many other locations and call you when it’s in. Please don’t count RBS out (as you did in your editorial). Their core business is, and always has been, servicing appliances. Like the other businesses mentioned in this

ber of the Nato Veterans Organization of Canada. Many members of the Nato Veterans Organization of Canada (including myself) were awarded the medal in recognition of their service to their country through deployments under the Nato flag. The ceremony was held on May 10, 2012 at the Canadian War Museum. Presenting the medals was General (ret) Paul Manson,OC,CMM,CD, former Chief of the Defence Staff and Patron of the Nato Veterans Organization of Canada. Best wishes for the continued success of the North Grenville Times. Doug Brunton Dear Editor, The North Grenville TIMES Re: Crisis – What Crisis? Your editorial comments, both in the January 16th edition of the TIMES, and in several editions of its predecessor (the NG News), continue to place much of the blame for the vacant store fronts in our down town core on development of Colonnade and our Municipal decision makers. In reality, this is simply not the case. The previous edition of the TIMES included an excellent article on the necessity of business owners spending more time working ON their business rather than IN their business. I believe that article probably pointed to reasons why at least some of the businesses previously located down town are no longer there. Other reasons include well deserved retirements (the Winters family of Family World and the lovely ladies at the Hair Gallery), broad corporate restructuring/ownership issues (the Advance), under-funded start-ups, and fickle consumers who will go elsewhere to save even a few dollars. Let’s look at some of the successful down town businesses and why they remain the successes they are. The B&H Community Grocer: How many of your readers aren’t even aware of the fantastic organic food section, the focus on locally grown meat and produce, and the exceptional choice of fresh flowers available on an ongoing basis? In addition, I’d be willing to bet there is no other grocer in town who extends the 5

The Voice of North Grenville paragraph, what has kept them going for so many years is the level of service we get when we need an appliance repair. That aspect of their business remains in place. There are many other down town long term success stories (e.g. Clothier Mills Inn, Kemptville Fabric Shop, 416 Tire Service and Benson Auto Parts which recently expanded). We’re all aware business ownership is a tough road to hoe, and certainly not for the faint of heart when economic factors force consumers to tighten their belts. I just wish The North Grenville TIMES would place more emphasis on what our down town businesses have to offer (many newer residents just don’t know) and why we should all make an effort to support them. More importantly perhaps, when people go shopping they should remember which business operators supported them when they were looking for a donation for their sports team/charity. Sincerely, Diana Scanlan

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sage, eggs, toast, butter, and several juices. I'm sure I'm missing something. Oh yes. Coffee, tea, hash browns, more juice, and four kinds of baked goods. And this fantastic breakfast is all made from scratch, too, by a dedicated band of volunteers, some of who have been here every month since the

regular breakfasts began seven years ago. There are enough fresh eggs cooked here to feed an army; and it's a good thing too, because an army of people have been known to come by. Two hundred and fifty people dropped in this last Canada Day and at Christmas, and numbers have been keeping steady. One of the reasons Kemptville is growing so quickly is that people that come here don't feel like leaving. I spent some time this week talking with several people, who are like myself, new in town, and what I hear almost all the time is that the community is second to none. Debra Blimkie Schuh, from Healthy Pets Boutique, set up shop last year, and said: “It's the people that make Kemptville a great place to live. They are

so darn friendly!” Events like the Legion Breakfast are pillars in keeping this community together and I am glad to have found it! If you haven’t been to the Legion breakfast in a while, I HIGHLY recommend you go back. And if you haven’t been there before.... Five dollars gets you pancakes with syrup, beans, bacon, ham, sausage eggs.... Come for the breakfast, stay for the company, every third week of the month. Our staff reporter Mike is always on hand, 24/7, to attend any community event (with or without breakfast). Make sure you let him, and North Grenville, know by placing a FREE community event notice. Send your event listings to: editor@ngtimes.ca

(and continues to support) Maplewood Hall through volunteered time and generous donations. As a volunteer-run facility, Maplewood Hall must, however, deal with a common non-profit “catch-22”, it has just enough rental income to cover basic upkeep costs with nothing left over for advertising. We’ve always relied on word of mouth and the generosity of local business to post our flyers, or, in the case of the North Grenville Times, to run our ads for free; and this has kept our heads above water. However, we need to do more than just cover basic upkeep costs; we need to increase the utility of the Hall to the community through improvements, like installing sound insulation for better presentations, film events and musical performances. With improvements to the space, we can increase rentals and generate the kind of income needed to upgrade the building. Relying on private donations is, in my opinion, unsustainable. I was frequently sur-

prised, when opening up the Hall for potential renters, that many had never heard of it before; or, if they had heard but had never been inside, how pleased they were with the space and its facilities (a fully equipped kitchen, piano, wheelchair accessible washrooms etc.). How can we raise the profile of this lovely historic building, promote this valuable community asset and increase rental income? The simplest way is to attend one of the many public events held at the Hall and then “talk it up”, “spread the word” about what a wonderful facility it is. The next thing you can do is to volunteer your time to the Oxford Mills Community Association at one of their community events, like its Canada Day Celebration in the Park; or join in one of our informal work parties that maintain the appearance of the Hall. What happens if the Hall’s rental income is insufficient to needs? Well, to paraphrase a famous aphorism, you get the community centre you

deserve - or you don’t get one at all. Again, I encourage community members to come to our OMCA monthly meetings on the first Thursday of every month (the next is at 7:30pm on Feb. 7th). You don’t have to be on the Board of Directors or be on one of our Committees to attend. If there is an event you’d like to see happen, or if there’s an issue in the community you’d like to address, these meetings are a great place to begin. Unfortunately, until our website is updated, the best way to get up-to-date information on events and community issues is to find the Oxford Mills Community Association on Facebook. Maplewood Hall, the historic (1875) schoolhouse that serves as Oxford Mills’ community centre, is run by the OMCA’s Maplewood Management Committee and is made available at very affordable prices for a variety of events. To register an event, please call 613-258-6485.

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ven with the weather being what it is for January - cold and snowy - over a hundred people opted to brave the elements for the Legion's monthly breakfast. Now I know why. $5 gets you pancakes with syrup, beans, bacon, ham, sau-

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or the past two years I’ve been the point of contact for individuals and groups wanting to rent the Hall, and it’s provided me with a wonderful window on the community. As I mentioned in an earlier column, Maplewood Hall (and the Park) hosted a variety of events in 2012 including four weddings, numerous club meetings, two Ceilidhs and a successful Christmas Craft Show. The building is truly a community “centre”. Many residents believe the Municipality manages the Hall, or that somehow it all happens by magic. Well it is magic, of a kind: the magic of selfless community involvement and it is truly gratifying to witness. Unlike Blanche Dubois in Tennessee Williams’ “A Street Car Named Desire”, Maplewood Hall doesn’t have to rely on the “kindness of strangers”. It has you, your neighbours and the extended community there to rely on. Thank you to everyone who has supported 6

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BMWI News January 2013 Women’s Institute Auction another Success!

he 2012 Christmas Fundraising Auction hosted December 13th by the Bishop’s Mills Women’s Institute was very well attended this year and included many WI members from across Leeds and Grenville. In addition to the Bishop’s Mills members, there were WI members from Roebuck, Fairfield, Philipsville, Frankville, and Junetown as well as many local community guests. Over $600 was raised through the efforts of the fifty women in attendance. Auctioneers Jane and Vicki Graham once again kept the group laughing and the generosity flowing. The Bishop’s Mills branch of the WI has been hosting a fundraising auction annually for over twenty-five years. The proceeds are being distributed between the Salvation Army and the Bishop’s Mills Community Hall. The WI hall contribution will purchase

a number of comfortable folding chairs to add to those generously donated from a community member in the fall. The January meeting was held at the home of Carolyn Likely on the 17th, and twelve members were present. Discussions included many of the new ideas and opportunities with other branches in our new expanded district and their celebrations, fair participation and meetings, as well as a review of our Christmas auction. The current issue of FWIO’s Home and County magazine was distributed and the article about our District amalgamation was prominently featured. The new Membership Committee reported from their meeting on January 9 and many ideas were put forward about how to increase the exposure the BMWI has in the village and the surrounding community. It was agreed to start with a few small

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steps, including making a presentation to the Oxford Mills Community Association, and others that will take advantage of the world-wide web and social media. The Bishop’s Mills Women’s Institute has been involved in the community since 1985, including documenting the history of the village and encouraging positive change. The Bishop’s Mills Women’s Institute holds monthly meetings and welcomes new members interested in meeting their neighbours and getting involved in their community. The next meeting is Thursday, February 14th and will have a heritage theme. The meeting will be hosted by Tweedsmuir Curators Jillian Wainwright and Susan Jenkins and will be held in Jillian’s home. If you are interested in finding out more about WI, see the Provincial organization’s website: www. fwio.on.ca . For information about attending local meetings, please contact President Sheryl McKim 613-926-2472 or Jeanne Lambert at jmlambert@ tdgraham.com . Submitted by Jeanne Lambert PRO Bishop‘s Mills Women’s Institute

North Grenville Community Church is pleased to announce the opening of its Debt Freedom Centre, a place where people in the community can go when their financial situation seems out of control and they need practical help and hope. The Debt Freedom Centre will offer free face to face debt coaching to anyone in need. According to recent media reports and government warnings, Canadians have now entered the same debt danger zone that triggered the housing crises in both the US and the UK. According to Statistics Canada, the debt in income ratio for Canadian households has reached 163%. This means that for every $1000 in after-tax income, Canadian families owe $1630. Even a small increase in interest rates can have a potentially devastating effect on families. With the debt to income ratio in Canada the highest ever recorded, this initiative to help the community of North Grenville couldn’t be timelier. “My heart breaks when I see the devastating effect that financial stress has on individuals and families,” says Reverend Dan Massey, Lead Pastor of North Grenville Community Church, “but there is hope and we want to offer that hope to our community – no strings attached – just because we love our community and want to help.” Dan and his wife, Ann, are just one of hundreds of couples over the last few years that have benefitted from financial fitness coaching and know the difference it can make in the lives of families who struggle with financial stress. Debt Freedom Centre For the last 5 years David Van Noppen has been helping local families get out and stay out of debt. David has seen more than 100 local families pay off over 4 million dollars in debt. David is now leading The Freedom Initiative (www.FreedomCan.ca ), a non-profit project that is setting up a network of churches across Canada empowered and supported with trained volunteer debt coaches helping peo-

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The Board and Organizers of the 2013 Dandelion Festival will be holding the Annual General Meeting for the festival on January 30th, 2013 in the upstairs boardroom of the North Grenville Municipal Center. Everyone is welcome at the meeting. The meeting will include discussing the successes and challenges from the 2012 festival, as well as the plans for the upcoming year. The 2013 festival promises to be yet again another crowd-pleasing event for the members of the community as well as the many visitors it attracts every year. Contact: Brent Kelahar, thedandelionfestival@gmail.com

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The Kemptville Kinsmen: Part of the Community Anne Walsh Kin Canada is the nation's largest all-Canadian service club organization. Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs across the country work to better their communities, enhance the well-being of Canadians and improve the environment. The Association boasts a proud 92-year history dedicated to fostering life-long friendships while ‘Serving the Community’s Greatest Need.’ The Association was founded by Harold (Hal) Rogers on Feb. 20, 1920 in Hamilton, Ontario. After returning from the First World War, he missed the camaraderie of the men he had served with. Looking to join a club, Rogers decided to join Rotary but his application was rejected because it was Rotary's policy not to admit two members from the same business establishment; Rogers’ father, with whom he worked, was already a member. As a result of this rejection, Rogers and a small group of men gathered for a dinner meeting and became the first Kinsmen club - The Kinsmen Club of Hamilton. We have a Kinsmen Club here in Kemptville with eighteen members who meet the second Wednesday of each month, with the exception of summer months. All their funds are raised and used locally. Their main activities/fundraising efforts include: Family Day in February: Kinsmen rent out both ice surfaces at the Municipal Centre so the general public can skate for free. They serve hot dogs and hot chocolate at the arena. They also rent the North Grenville Centre movie theatre for the day and show two movies, also free of charge. Brent's Annual Birthday Party in March: Every year, they organize a huge party with a live band and alcoholic beverages. The cost of admission, and money from the bar, helps raise funds for our community. The Dandelion Festival in May: Kinsmen take charge of the Beer Tent, and proceeds go to local January 23, 2013

projects. The Kemptville Kinsmen Farmers' Market over the summer: Kinsmen provide insurance for the market and help organize it. Market Plates in September: The Kinsmen pair up farmers with restaurants or caterers. The farmers provide produce free of charge and the restaurant staff or caterers create a tasting plate. These tasting plates are purchased to help raise funds for the Kinsmen and the Farmer's Market. Kemptville Kinsmen Santa Claus Parade: The Kinsmen organize the parade in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce. There are so many reasons to learn more about Kin Canada. Beyond available funding and bursaries, they support Cystic Fibrosis research, help with disaster relief, assist military families, and provide fundraising tools such as selling First Aid Kits, or Free Trade Coffee, or World's Finest Chocolate. If you wish to get involved, contact Chris Drozda at (613) 223-6625 or chris@thechrisandlisateam.com

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Protecting Your Horse In The Winter By Tayler Vendramin Rooney Feeds Limited

Did You Know That...? A Kemptville Miscellany Did you know that.... when Lyman Clothier first set foot in what was to become Kemptville, the entire population of Oxford Township was just fourteen - all one family? The Harris family, from Ireland, were renting land near Burritt’s Rapids. ...when Kemptville separated from Oxford in 1857, there had to be a special Act passed, because Kemptville didn’t have the 1,000 inhabitants required for independence? ...”Squire” Bottum’s home, now 319 Clothier west, was once the only house west of Rideau Street? It was the Squire’s manor house. He owned all the land between Rideau and Somerville, and between Concession and 43. ...Kemptville remained only a Village for more than a hundred years after separating from Oxford? It only became a Town in the 1960's. ...Kemptville has provided two Provincial Premiers? G. Howard Ferguson was Premier of Ontario, and Alexander Rutherford was the first Premier of Alberta in 1905. ...the original east boundary of Kemptville was Sanders Street, which was called West Street for many years? ...Clothier Street east was originally called North Main Street? ...the oldest surviving church building in Kemptville is at 116 Clothier Street east? It was built in 1847 as a Baptist church, and it served as such until 1914. It was finally sold in 1927. ...Kemptville had its own movie theatre from as early as 1921? It was located where the Post Office is today, and only closed as a theatre in December, 1959. ...until 1998, Riverside Park was outside of the limits of Kemptville? The Town had to rent, and later buy, the land.

In the harsh months of winter, horses that are turned out need protection from wind, moisture, and the cold. There are various considerations that need to be taken into account during this sometimes difficult season. Basic shelter requirements for a horse consist of a place to get out of the wind and wet during cold weather. It is neither necessary nor desirable for a horse to be in an airtight, heated barn. This usually proves to be more detrimental than a barn which is cold, but not drafty. A horse that lives out must have access to some form of shelter, whether it be a cluster of trees, a natural windbreak, or a constructed shelter. A simple, effective shelter is three sided, with the back wall to the prevailing winds and the opening facing the sun. In order for a horse to produce a dense, healthy winter coat, the diet should provide an adequate quantity and quality of protein. Most normal winter coats provide the same insulating capabilities as a high-end winter blanket. Along with the downward growth of the long hair, the increased production of body oils helps to shed water and keep moisture away from the skin. The winter coat absorbs heat from the sun and the horse’s body, trapping it next to the skin. Pilo Erector muscles make the hair stand up, increasing the coat’s insulating potential. When the wind blows, it causes the hairs to separate, breaking the

heat seal which results in a great loss of body warmth. A wet hair coat wicks heat away from the horse much faster than a dry hair coat, and also tends to become plastered close to the horse’s body, eliminating the insulating properties of a thick coat. Horses that live out should receive only minimal grooming, as anything too vigorous will disrupt the natural oils essential for protection from moisture. Whether or not you choose to blanket your horse depends on several factors, including condition, hair coat, activity level, level of nutrition, and available shelter from the elements. Blanketed horses must be meticulously groomed to avoid rubs and sore spots. Blanket fit is of utmost importance, as an ill-fitting blanket can be dangerous. The blanket lining should be smooth to avoid damaging the hair. Often, horses will require two or three different blankets, in varying weights. Although a waterproof blanket will keep precipitation off a horse, it will not allow heat and moisture from normal body perspiration to escape. A waterproofbreathable blanket solves this problem while still keeping the horse warm and dry. Just as each horse is different, each situation will vary. It is important to know your horse, monitor his body condition over the winter, and make changes as necessary. It is important to visually inspect your horse, paying special attention that he is dry and not shivering. All of this will help keep your horse healthy and happy, and before you know it, it will be spring time again.

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Jail and Bail Supporting Focus on Nutrition KYC Programs The Weight Loss Journey On Family Day, Monday, February 18th, some of our favorite local celebrities will be looking for your help to bail them out of jail for a great cause. From 10 am to 3 pm local non-profit, Kemptville Youth Centre (KYC) will be the location for the courtroom and jail. If there is a good sport that you want to send to jail for a good cause, you can sponsor an arrest warrant. Warrants can be sponsored by calling Robin Heald at Kemptville Youth Centre at 258-5212. These warrant sponsorships are $2 for students or school staff and $5 for adults. Arrested and convicted felons will be raising bail in order to be released from jail. Student bail will be set at a minimum of $50. School staff will need to fund raise what their students have raised to arrest them or $100 whatever is greater. All funds raised with this event will be used to serve local Kemptville and area youth with quality programs. Kemptville Youth Centre operates Monday through Friday after school providing services to youth aged 1218. The programs KYC provides every week include Sports Night held at Kemptville Public School, Cook Night, Leaders in Training, Movie Mondays, Games Nights, and Friday night dances. KYC also freely shares its space with other non-profits and mentoring groups from the area including Pathfinders. When asked about the impact of the services that KYC provides, KYC Executive Director Robin Heald replied, “Providing a safe, supervised

space, great role models and amazing activities for youth makes a difference in the lives of every youth we serve. These essential components help build resilience and protective factors so our youth have a better chance at a better life.” Youth Centres Canada’s website states; “Problem-solving skills, positive role-models and positive attachments are the foundation blocks upon which youth develop resiliency, a healthy self-identity, and an ability to be engaged as citizens of their community, country, and the world.” Youth are our future leaders, innovators and parents. “Youth are able to serve as citizens by responding to the challenges of our times through their optimism, altruism, and passion for the causes in which they believe.” states the Youth Centres Canada website. For constant updates on the local jailbirds and their charges, to download arrest warrants, to donate, or to sponsor Jail or Bail, check out www.kyc.myevent.com or call Robin at 613-258-5212. Submitted by: The Kemptville Youth Centre

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to learn to cook without any fat! Mom and I managed to lose over fifty pounds each. We lost about two pounds a week and learned many lessons from each other. It was lovely to do this as a team. The combined education and knowledge, mixed with determination, was the key to our success. We supported each other and looked for solutions when we each ran into issues. We used the Weight Watchers program as a base and looked for areas to address our specific needs. Every two weeks, we would examine a different aspect of our eating habits. Sometimes it was emotional, or portion size, fibre or salt intake. My greatest hurdle was portion size to feel “full” and mom’s greatest issue was “hidden” salt in foods that she assumed were healthy. We arrived home in April of 2012 and we both looked amazing. We had succeeded in dropping almost 100 pounds between us. I immediately went to my doctor because I had to stop taking my medications and although my doctor was complimentary, the first comment was: “just how sustainable do you think this weight loss is?” I was very hurt, but at the same time had to examine how re-entering my “real” life was going to affect the boot camp results. The first thing mom and I did was join our local Weight Watchers class to build support and continue toward our goal weights. I got a variety of jobs that fit my lifestyle.

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ast winter, Mom and I spent our time in South Georgia. Mom is a snowbird. I had just graduated University of Guelph/Kemptville College as an adult student. I had spent two intense years at school, learning about Food Science, and had managed to gain a significant amount of weight. Don’t get me wrong: I have battled weight for well over thirty years. I made a decision before we left for our 4 ½ month adventure. We would embark on losing weight and getting healthy. Mom had been a Weight Watcher lecturer for many years but had also had slipped into a heavier status. From the moment we got in the vehicle to begin our journey, I dubbed it “Boot Camp”. We followed the old Weight Watchers program and I brought all my nutrition books with me. Each day we would eat our thousand calories and exercise. We followed the eating guidelines and then enhanced the program with specific dietary needs. Mom had swollen ankles and needed to cut back on her salt intake. I was on blood pressure pills and cholesterol medication, therefore needed to reduce my fat, increase fibre and exercise in order to regain a healthy status. I was the vegetable chopper and mom was the cook. I loved fat and had 10

The Voice of North Grenville This winter, Mom and I are in Myrtle Beach. We have dubbed our time here as the “Myrtle Beach Spa”. It is quite an experience to wake up to the ocean every morning and at midday watch the horses walk along the beach, and, finally, see the dolphins play in the water as the afternoon sun goes down. We have returned to our routine of exercise and eating right. We prepare most of our own meals and continue our health journey. Mom and I have been here two weeks and have dropped a further three pounds each. It is quite a privilege to have this time with my Mom, but also to set goals and accomplish them together. The Myrtle Beach Spa offers a new set of challenges but also allows us to examine further solutions to dietary issues. The local library has two full shelves of nutrition books and a whole section with large print books. We shop for fresh fruit and vegetables in local grocery stores. We eat most of our meals in the condo in our own kitchen. I continue to be the vegetable chopper and Mom continues to cook her fabulous meals. There are over 500 restaurants and the cuisine is southern with many twists! More and more restaurants are offering meals with just 500 calories, but most are very high in salt. Eating out is part of being on holiday. Mom and I are careful in our choices and limit the frequency we eat in restaurants. We also find the portion sizes are really large, so splitting a dinner is the way to go. We both get to enjoy the local cuisine without gaining weight. We are foodies and enjoy eating, so we are constantly tracking our intake of calories and nutrients. We exercise and simply enjoy the scenes and sights. It has been over 12 months of lessons and learning to be a thinner person. The Greatest lessons are: Eat 3 meals a day Don’t get famished or superhungry, snacks are important Exercise, but don’t go crazy, slow and steady improvement Are you hungry or thirsty? Portion control and choices Eat without guilt, Enjoy food Follow Canada’s Food Guide Eat fresh nutrient dense foods Be patient and determined Identify your dietary/health issues

Recognize that it took years to gain weight, it takes time to lose it Treat yourself like you would a friend Heather Westendorp is a graduate of the University of Guelph: Food, Nutrition and Risk Management Diploma. She has also lost over 50 lbs. and is now a healthy weight, improving her health status!

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The Prostate Cancer Support Group will have its inaugural meeting at St John’s United Church 400 Prescott Street, Kemptville January 27th at 2pm. Anne Walsh

his group was launched after one man joined an existing local cancer support group and was the only man in the room. There is a need for men to get together and share information: "There are some details we just can't share with a group of women". Most of the men in the group have had prostate cancer, but the group is open to men who have been diagnosed with any form of cancer. The goal of its members is to help men going through this stressful and confusing process. When you reach the age of 50 (some doctors start as young as 40), your prostate is checked as part of your regular check-up. If your Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) levels are high and the digital exam is inconclusive, you may be sent for a biopsy. Once you get diagnosed with cancer, the health system works very quickly. Your life is taken over by appointments, driving to various specialists throughout the week. You have really important decisions to make and doctors may not give you the information you need, or advise one course of action over the other. You can search the internet but you can become overwhelmed and unsure about which source to trust. Once you've sifted through

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piles of websites and have discarded scams and false information, you are still alone with your life or death decisions. Men don't necessarily feel comfortable sharing their diagnosis with others. They may not want to burden their families until they have come to a decision regarding which treatment they wish to pursue. Seemingly, the two main options are: radiation or surgery. You can find websites that are proponents of each. One website the men highly recommend for its ability to present facts neutrally is www.ourvoiceinprostatehealth.com. You must be prepared when you meet with your doctor. Pragmatic questions lead to pertinent information. From the discomfort of the biopsy, the confusing search for information, the strain on your relationships with significant others, and the consequences of treatment choices (including erectile dysfunction), as well as tips to help you recover more quickly, this group can guide you through it all because these men have been there. The men in the Prostate Cancer Support Group caution newlydiagnosed men to "get every test provided before deciding what procedure to follow - what's the best one for you", and to talk to family and friends as soon as possible because their support will be vital throughout this process. If you have questions, contact the group at pcsg. kemptville@yahoo.ca or (613) 258-2623 or attend their support group on January 27, 2013. They hope to eventually reach out to physicians in the area, as well as hospital staff, so they are knowledgeable about prostate cancer as well. Information is key - don't be left out of the loop.

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Letter to the editor scale growers could have a chance to sell some of their over production. This would also make for a changing face each week. I'd like to see the market as a boost to Old Town Kemptville in the way the Parkdale, Byward and Ottawa Farmers markets bring people and commerce into their respective areas. Special one day events such as a garlic festival and the very popular Market Plates would be of major interest. If the Market were made more user friendly it could offer all the things that the article suggests, as well as a badly needed broadening of the goods & services currently available. So many good things could come out of a more mature approach to marketing as discussed in Mr Armour's article. The spin off from a vibrant & professional approach that is well advertised and supported, could be of enormous help to all concerned. R. David Oxford Station, On

I agree with Mr Armour on almost every point he makes. I have never understood the operation of the current market. At many times during the season, people who are providing homemade food & lunches are selling their wares after lunch is over. He is correct in thinking that people do their marketing early in the day. I think the proposed new hours are more realistic for both the consumers & the vendors. It has always been a mystery to me how the vendors could realize a profit from only two hours a week. I imagine many more farmers would be interested if the organization were more like other profitable markets in the area. It would also allow the farmers to offer their products at a reasonable rate as they would not have to try to pay for their booth during such a limited period. I also think that it would be good to have a certain amount of tables to rent on a weekly basis, so that very small

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C’est avec enthousiasme que nous reprenons nos soupers causeries en français. Ces soirées vous permettent de rencontrer de nouveaux gens, faire du réseautage ou profiter de la compagnie de vos ami(e)s. Are you looking to improve your French conversational skills? Come and join us for an evening of friendship and networking while enjoying a great meal. Date : jeudi, le 24 janvier 2013 Heure : 18h30 Lieu : Nakhon Thai, Kemptville SVP réservez par internet à l’adresse suivante : thefrenchconnexion@live.ca Bonne année à tous! Anouk Tremblay

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On Friday, January 25, 2013 at 10.00 am the Library (Norenberg Building) will be hosting Ronald McDonald® at a special interactive story time. Everyone is welcome to attend but we ask that you call or email the Library to register. Family Literacy Day is January 26th so we will be celebrating family reading. The win11

Their children: Cathy, Ted & Carol invite you to celebrate with them on Saturday, January 27 at The Kemptville Legion Reuben Crescent 1 - 5 p.m.

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Carpe Diem The Latin phrase Carpe Diem (which is literally “seize the day” - meaning go for it, or take a leap of faith, or make the most of each moment) takes on fresh meaning with the release of some new statistics. According to an Environics poll, the following results were what people planned to do in their retirement. Two groups were examined. The first group was still working and was age 40 or older. The second group was already retired and was generally age 55 or older. The 40+ workers planned to travel in retirement. 48% of them said travel was a major focus for retirement. However, when the retirees were interviewed (those who actually were retired), only 24% of them were interested in travel. The primary concern of the retirees was health. In fact they were almost twice as concerned about health (26% vs. 14%) than the younger working bunch. Interestingly, the retirees were not very concerned about money. Only 4% of them were concerned about having enough money, compared to 13% of the working group. The retirees were also not very interested in rest, relaxation and leading a quiet life. Only 5% of them saw

this as a priority, while twice as many in the working group thought it would be a priority in retirement. The working group also looked forward to sports and physical activity in retirement, but the retirees were only half as interested in this. The younger group wanted to live somewhere nice, warm and peaceful when they retired; but the people who were actually retired didn’t hold this as a priority at all. So what can we, good friends of North Grenville, gather from all this? Perhaps, if you are young and healthy, you should do your travelling now. Be wise with your money, but don’t get all bent out of shape over it – if you are wise with it when you are young, you’ll have enough when you are old. If you are over-worked and stressed when you are young, then take some time off and go to that warm peaceful place to rest and relax because you probably won’t want to when you are old and in poorer health. Seize the day, and enjoy each day to the fullest! Live your dreams now. Each stage of life has its own dreams and desires, and, twenty years from now, you may not have the same wants and needs as you do today. Carpe Diem quam minimum credula postero (seize the day, never trust the next).

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RBC Royal Bank invests more than $200,000 to help build a better future for children and their families across Rideau Lakes & Valley in our community.” In 2012, RBC contributed more than $95 million to causes worldwide through donations and community investments to help support a wide-range of causes, initiatives and organizations. Organizations interested in applying for funding from RBC are encouraged to visit our website at http://www.rbc.com/ community-sustainability/ The following are some of the organizations in Rideau Lakes & Valley that received funding in 2012: C h i l d r e n ’s M e n t a l Health: Child and Youth Wellness and Leeds & Grenville Blue Water: Centre for Sustainable Watersheds, Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists After School Grants: Rideau Community Health Services Arts and Culture: Brockville Operatic Society, Mississippi Valley Textile Museum Health: Carleton Place, Almonte, Brockville and Pembroke Hospitals Social Services: St. Joseph’s Food Bank, United Way, Operation Harvest Sharing Civic: Mills Community Support Corporation Education: Brockville Women’s Education Network For more information, please contact: Christopher De Vito Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs O: (613) 564-2120 C: (613) 617-8170 chris.devito@rbc.com

To acknowledge the importance of building on our generations long history of support for communities where we live and work, RBC Royal Bank continues to have a significant social impact by funding specific projects within our eight strategic focus areas: health and wellness, education, environment, arts and culture, amateur sports, social services and civic causes, employee contributions and diversity. In 2012, RBC through its charitable foundation donated more than $200,000 to organizations across Rideau Lakes & Valley. Donations were given to charitable organizations to support sustainable community programs. Through concentrated focus areas like our RBC Blue Water Project, RBC Children’s Mental Health Project, RBC After School Grants Project and the RBC Emerging Artists Project, the bank continues to address today’s needs and seed tomorrow’s success. “At RBC, we’re proud to support the people we serve in communities across our region through initiatives, programs and partnerships that tackle some of the most serious issues facing our country like water, children’s mental health and education,” said Glen Kelsey, regional vice president, Rideau Lakes & Valley, RBC. Our support this past year is a testament to our long-standing commitment to help build a better future for families

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Encourage them to Be a Voice at an upcoming session of Forum for Young Canadians The Forum for Young Canadians is Canada’s premier civic education learning opportunity for high school students from across Canada who spend a week in Ottawa learning about decision-making from power brokers on Parliament Hill and other dynamic young leaders. Apply now! “Through Forum, I’ve discovered more about not only politics, but also about myself and other young Canadians. I’ve never had such an amazing and informative experience. I encourage everyone to attend a session, because it will change your life.” Katelyn, BC Each year, the most dynamic young leaders from across Canada come to Ottawa to spend a week with their peers on Parliament Hill to discuss the pressing issues of the day and learn about the decision-making process from the people that make them: Senators, Members of Parliament, Senior Public Servants and others. One or a few of your students might be ideal candidates for this program! Young leaders who have distinguished themselves by their curiosity, interest in politics and desire to help others are great candidates for this program. About 120 young leaders gather for each session with simulations, discussions and outstanding speakers. Applications are being accepted now; ensure that students from your school have the opportunity to: - gain a better understanding of the national decision-

making process in Canada; - acquire tools for community engagement when they return home; - enhance their leadership and second official language skills; - network with other youth from across the country; -travel to Ottawa and experience the richness of Parliament Hill; -live a rewarding, exceptional and memorable learning experience. The choices for dates for this year’s program are: February 24 to March 1, 2013; March 17 to 22, 2013; and March 24 to 29, 2013. Bursaries are available. “Forum for Young Canadians has opened my eyes up to the world of politics and given me exceptional opportunities that I would never have even crossed my mind before I attended it. This has been an amazing experience and something that will stay with me for the rest of my life!” Amber, MB Visit the Forum Website (www.forum.ca) for program updates and the latest program news. The cost of participation is $895 and includes: - travel to and from Ottawa; - accommodation and meals walking distance from Parliament Hill; - attendance at the MP Dinner, Senate’s Breakfast and all other events; - all session materials and program support. Take part in the discussion on Twitter @forum4yc or our on Facebook page ‘Forum for Young Canadians’. Be Part of it! If you have any questions, call 613-233-4086 or email forum@forum.ca Jonathan Perron-Clow Manager of Programs and Outreach

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In the Moment Party & Event Planning is pleased to announce the return of the very successful, Kemptville Apprentice, a 28 day community fundraising event. Kemptville residents and businesses are asked to participate We are looking for participants to help raise funds for three local, deserving charities; Ryan’s Well Foundation, Beth Donovan Hospice and Wheels of Hope. The

event will start on February 1st and run for 28 days. Kemptville residents and businesses have been asked to participate in this fun community event by registering to be a member on one of the three fundraising teams. The volunteers will be divided into three teams of 5-10 people and each team will be assigned a charity. The team is then responsible for creating, putting together and pulling off a fundraising event in 28 12

days. The team to raise the most money wins. The charities are not required to participate in the event, they are asked to simply provide a media representative as required and to accept a donation cheque from In the Moment at the end of the 28 days. All three charities loved the idea and jumped at the chance to be a part of this one-of-a-kind event. In the Moment is excited for the 1st of February to arrive so that they

can get started working on these three fun events for these three deserving charities. In the Moment Party & Event Planning is a Kemptville based event planning company with a goal of making every moment of your life a special and memorable one. Keep up with all of our upcoming events and connect with us through our facebook page or on our website at www.creatingmoments.ca www.ngtimes.ca

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Bedtime Story Hour at the Library

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Please note our new meeting location: Kemptville Pentecostal Church 1964 County Road 43 Kemptville Wednesday, Feb. 20 Kemptville Pentecostal Church, 1964 County Rd 43 7:30pm Program: Guest Speaker: William Langenberg on Horticulture Therapy New Members & Guests Welcome Contact Arline: 613-258-4645 For Advertising rates please contact Mike at mike@ngtimes.ca or call 613 710 7104

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How My Kemptville Has Changed By Jim Dolan I read with interest David Shanahan’s article in last week’s NG Times: “Crisis? What Crisis? As it is a rather quiet week on the curling front, I thought maybe I could look back at how Kemptville has changed from when I was a kid and how it has changed since my father passed away in late October 2000. I wrote a story about “What Makes Kemptville Special” when my dad passed away. I think it deserves updating so that people old and new to the community can see what has happened to our downtown over the last 60 or so years. Perhaps for some it will jog their memories about what a vibrant downtown we had so many years ago. In 2000, our downtown had not started to really die yet, but 2013 has seen it, like a prize fighter hit with a straight right to the chin, start to wobble at her knees. Only time will tell if she can ever rise from her canvas to stand proud again. I hope so, but like most things that get old, downtowns in small communities lose their character one ache or pain and one closed business at a time. When my dad passed away, my sisters and I found an old photo album. As we turned its pages, it brought back so many memories. There were not many pictures of downtown Kemptville in the album, but the pictures reminded me of how life changes and I thought about how much the downtown had changed since I was a boy some 43 years ago, now 57 years have passed. I was born in Kemptville, more precisely, Oxford Private Nursing Home at the corner of Hurd Street and Clothier Street in 1949. Shortly after my birth, we moved away not to return until just before the 100th Anniversary Celebrations of the town in 1957. We stayed until 1962 and returned again in 1969, so some of my memories cover two time periods, 1957 to 1962 and from 1969 onward. In the late 50s early 60s at the south end of town, Prescott Street to be exact, was the White Rose Gas Station run by Earl Boucher. You could get a tank January 23, 2013

Prescott Street in the 1950’s full of gas for under $5.00, even though the tanks were much bigger back then. In December you could buy a Christmas tree, and the boys would deliver it for free if you asked. And if you were so inclined, you could just drop by for a cold beer and a friendly conversation. It became a Shell Station later. The pumps are long since gone, but Howard Wilson still runs a garage at that location, and has for several years. A couple of blocks north on the east side was the old bowling alley. It was operated by the Kasunich family, before it burned down and was replaced by the Kemptville Hydro Office. Today it has been converted into apartments. One fall when I was ten or eleven, I made enough money setting pins at 5 cents a string to buy my mother some Ben Hur Perfume at Schneiderman’s Capital Store (the old 5 cents to a Dollar Store) and a tea cup at Bustard’s Jewelry. Mom never wore the perfume, but she cherished the cup. Mary and Edna Bustard’s business is long gone. In 2000, it was a fine photography shop called Blue Heron. Today it houses a

car there - a 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger. I finally had my four-wheeled motorized independence. Over the last few years it has housed a number of businesses, primarily selling used cars. In the summer months you can get your fix of fries and dogs at a chip wagon in the back lot. Across the street from Garland’s was Jack Wilson’s house and shoe repair shop. My Dad learned his trade there in the late 60s. Jack also raised chinchillas. He once told me to close my eyes and touch its fur. I didn’t feel a thing until I felt the animal’s spine. At the Mary Street corner, the United and Presbyterian churches are still standing, their spires pointing toward heaven. Just up the side street was the old Arena. I remember a time when the ice was natural and fans hung from the rafters of the original rink cheering the Kemptville-Prescott Combines. I can still see Red Graham, Derek Holmes and Manfred Boal breaking out of their own end - three abreast. The opposition goalie never had chance. And when the tide turned, there was always the reliable Glenn Pominville back on defense. Today it is the loca-

store called Audrey’s Antiques. I miss walking into Bustard’s. I miss looking at the fine china, and seeing the Siamese cat meandering in and out among the most cherished pieces located on a ledge near the ceiling. Beside the Hydro Office, at 509 Prescott Street, was our house and my Dad’s place of business in the 70s, before he moved to the Pines. He became a shoe repairman in the “Summer of 69” and opened his own shop two years later. I remember the day my Rose bounded into the shop and said, “What’s up Doc”. From that day on, Dad wasn’t just a shoe repairman, he became the Doctor of Souls. He went from a High School Graduate to a Ph.D. From that day on, I watched as he repaired the soles and souls of so many of his friends, with a kind word here, a gesture there, leather and many, many lifts. Across from our old house stands the Ferguson Place. It’s nice to see that it has been refurbished to its former glory. A block closer to the heart of town was Garland Van Allen’s Dodge Dealership at the northeast corner of Prescott and Vanburen Streets. I bought my first 14

tion of the North Grenville Curling Club, a true asset to our community and host to the Royal Lepage OVCA Women’s Fall Classic that each November attracts a field of some of the finest women curlers in the world to our community. Opposite the rink was the old Public School, built in the late 50s. I can still hear Ken Burchill reciting from the day’s lesson. I was one of its original students. Back to the main street, I’m glad the hardware store still exists. It’s getting harder to compete with those box stores. The Kennedy’s were replaced by Harold Hamilton and Harold has been replaced by his son, Blair, but it remains a place where you can get excellent service. You can even purchase nuts and bolts individually that are not in blistered packages. Across from the Kemptville Home Hardware is the former site of the North Grenville District High School. They finally retired the old building last year, opening a new modern house of higher learning outside of the downtown. In January 1936, the original high school on Prescott Street location burned to the ground and in March 1936, the Public School that was

located on the site of the current B&H Grocer and Giant Tiger also had been burned down. Arson was suspected in both fires. My dad was one of the original students when the High School, which also housed the Public School back then, reopened later that year. My brother-in-law John Groskopf was once kicked out of the school for smoking. It was during the World Series, when daytime games were the norm and he and his buddies wanted to watch the Series on his parent’s black and white TV. My mother-in-law always remarked about how “silly could the principal be to suspend boys at World Series time”. Across from the High School in 2000 was the Underground, a place for teenagers to hang out. But did you know it used to be a grocery store? When I was a baby Don Van Allen’s dad – Allan ran it, before he got into insurance. After that it was run by Mr. Auld. My mom said: “If it hadn’t been for Mr. Van Allen’s kindness during some tough times, we might have had a lot less to eat when I was a baby”. As for Mr. Auld, if you wanted a two-pound steak, he cut it for you right on the spot. I loved to watch www.ngtimes.ca

The North Grenville Times his skilled hands trim the fat, cut out a little of the bone, and throw it up on the scale. He always said, “How’s that Beaver”. He was always within an ounce - it amazed me. Today it sits empty. DePencier’s Building Supply was right next door to Mr. Van Allen’s, but as the town grew Doug had to move. Until then, I loved to walk by and listen to the saws as they cut up another piece of wood. It meant times were good. Today Capilanos Pizza serves up a mean slice or two. Dool’s Fuels was next in line. It too grew too big and moved off the main street, but the old Library was still there in 2000, until it moved to its new location two years ago. Did you know that my mother-in-law, Helen Groskopf, one of the finest people in this town, worked there for over forty-years some thirty odd years as the librarian? Across from the Library stood the Co-op. Today the building has been refurbished and houses among other businesses a wine making store. To the Coop’s south was the Parish/ Hunter house where Dr. Pratt practiced dentistry. I still wince in pain as I walk past that house. Those were the days before high-speed drills. Dr. Pratt used to mix the mercury for the fillings in the palm of his hand. To the north of the Co-op stood a landmark - the Kemptville Advance Building. Next to the Advance office, which is now a Candy shop, you could read the local newspaper and get your hair cut at Don Hyndman’s Barber Shop. Every week in the 70s we checked the South Mountain news section of the Advance to see if David Scharf, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nelson B. Scharf, made it home for the weekend. When he didn’t, we were twice as eager to read the next week’s edition. Back then, every small town newspaper reported on the goings on in all the small villages and hamlets in their readership area. Local newspapers had a real down home feel to the stories they printed and everyone knew the people being written about, times have changed haven’t they. I haven’t got to the corner of Asa and Prescott Streets yet. Can you believe how much our town has changed? To be continued in subsequent editions of the NG Times. January 23, 2013

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Third Annual Bride and Groom Show a Success

ould-be brides and grooms descended upon The Third Annual Bride and Groom show last Saturday, January 19. This free show put on by the University of Guelph at the WB George Centre brought a large turnout for just over four hours of entertainment and wedding information. The eclectic fashion show set the mood for the would-be brides and grooms to get inspired for their attire, while the multitude of booths and vendors educated guests with their photography, catering, music and planning expertise. This was

Event organizers: Leah Finley, Angela Van Wingerden and Anne Kotlarchuk

a great opportunity for guests to mingle with "pre-hitched" couples who had gone through the same experience in their lives, and to see how others are faring with their wedding plans. Thankfully, I was not the only one who needed some help getting wedding plans finalized, or, in my case, figured out; but going around to all the booths gave good perspective for those of us in the "needs help" category. Some things I learned: Those fancy cakes you see on TV made in a one-hour seg-

ment, take about 40-90 hours in real life! There were also ideas for the details of the reception. A unique, and locally produced, party favour for $2 is a sprouted seedling in burlap from the Ferguson Forestry Centre. Most importantly, it has become clear that I need to send out my “Save the Dates” asap. Look out for next year's event, as organizers Anne Kotlarchuk and Angela Van Wingerden try and pack more prizes and free cake sampling into one room than anyone ever thought possible. By Mike Pacitto

Valentine’s Day Special Send In Your Valentine Wishes to Your loved One before February 8 and the North Grenville Times will create your Valentine Card for you! This is a great way to say how much you love them and also support your local Newspaper! For only $55 plus HST!

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Why Are farmers Markets So Important Farmers Markets Part Two Woody Armour Why are Farmers Markets So Important? These types of markets serve as a community focal point. They serve as a place of exchange, that is, the acquisition and sale of essential daily products, usually fresh food. One may also find crafted goods, flowers, light entertainment and take-out finger food. Thus, the community aspect, as people gather to participate and chat. The critical, and most important, feature of these markets is that they have low “capital cost” of entry for participants, so that there is a very low barrier to entry. This is in distinct contrast to a farmer having to lease premises in a mall, or “properly zoned” area, when the space is only needed for brief periods and on a weekly basis. Open markets cause everyday items to be more affordable and more available, competition causes this. A farmers’ market needs two principal items to succeed: a quality market manager capable of using technology and innovation and a town council that is supportive of an active, vibrant market. In Kemptville, we have neither and we are missing a great opportunity. This statement sounds somewhat simple and negative but the implications are significant. What follows is an explanation of why a vibrant farmers market is vital to our community. In most of Europe, Asia, the Middle East and central America, “markets” make up a large part of the retail scene. These municipally-sponsored markets are vital because large capital blocks control most retail space. Therefore the cost of occupancy is high, requiring capital to acquire retail business space; and this is the doorway to expensive subsidies. Small operators, i.e. farmers working small plots, due to low personnel capital, provide a vital service: an inexpensive food supply. They require a market to do this, a bare January 23, 2013

piece of asphalt in most cases. This is the state of affairs in most of the populated world, and it must come to Kemptville, because of the marketing boards, (22 boards in Ontario, each with an agenda) the one dealing with dairy in particular. Consider that dairy marketing is very restricted as to entry, very self-controlled as to pricing, and very, very controlling as to marketing, ie who can buy the product. It is also very controlling as to the quantity a producer can produce for market. The result is a very lucrative business to be in. Even further, competition is controlled by the participants, and the sale of their product is made to a three-company oligopoly that operates in the same manner. Every aspect of the industry is guaranteed: there is virtually no risk. In short, the producers are agricultural civil servants. So, isolated from reality, with no risk and a guaranteed market, the farms get bigger and buy up more land , quality land, that is then turned to corn and soybeans. In addition, cash croppers are also becoming large oligoplies due to subsidies for ethanol, and fructose demand. These two industries, dairy and industrial farming, have driven up the cost of business for food growers. There are almost no smaller family mixed farms anywhere, there are almost none in North Grenville for sure. In addition, commercial zoning practices have left no place for the small operator to sell product. Another serious side effect is that these large operations tend to stay in families, no problem with that; but it means there is no place (land) for new farmers to enter the industry. These marketing boards have political power, so it is very unlikely that they will fade, and, as the trend continues, we must import more and more food, (raspberries and lettuce in mid-summer, all from the U.S. and Mexico) because we cannot grow the stuff (no land). If we could, we cannot find an inexpensive place for small operators to sell them. Has anybody ever heard

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