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Bypass machine a cause close to her heart

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by Hilary Thomson Doctors and Surgeons at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) work day in and day out to save and improve the lives of children all over the country. While they have an immense amount of knowledge and skill, they also depend on the complex and costly equipment they use on a daily basis to preserve the precious lives of their patients.

The cardiopulmonary bypass machine is a piece of equipment that replaces the heart and lungs during open heart surgery. The machine ensures that blood and oxygen continue to circulate throughout the body during the opera-

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Adeline’s life was saved at CHEO tion, keeping the child alive while the surgeons do their work. It is a machine that is used 2-3 times a week at CHEO. Sandra Mahoney of Kemptville has witnessed the miracles that the doctors at CHEO can perform with the help of this machine.

Her daughter, nine month old Adeline, has congenital heart disease and recently underwent open heart surgery at CHEO that saved her life.

After the surgery, Sandra was informed by Adeline’s doctors that the machine which allowed them to save her daughter’s life was on its last legs. It was only a matter of time until they would

have to stop using it, as any malfunction during an operation would prove catastrophic for the child on the operating table.

Dr. Gyaandeo Maharajh is the chief of cardiovascular surgery at CHEO, and Adeline’s surgeon. He likes to use the analogy of an airplane when talking about the importance of having confidence in their cardiopulmonary bypass machine during surgery.

“Whether you are going on a trip to Toronto for forty minutes, or you’re flying across the globe, the airplane needs to work just as well,” he says.

Sandra found out that Adeline had congenital heart

disease when she was 34 weeks pregnant. Since then, the team at CHEO have been by her side, first planning the birth and then monitoring Adeline to stay on top of any issues that may arise while her heart is growing. With her heart condition, Adeline is also at risk of developing other health issues.

“When you are told your daughter has special needs, it’s kind of like closing your eyes and seeing all these doors and you don’t know which one to go through next,” Sandra says, teary eyed.

Adeline is far from being a rare case. According to the

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Heart and Stroke Foundation, congenital heart defects appear in one in every 100 births and are the most frequent congenital malformations in newborns.

Sixty years ago, less than 20 percent of children born with congenital heart disease reached adulthood. Today, thanks to medical advances (like the cardiopulmonary bypass machine), more than 90 percent grow into full adults.

Since she was told about CHEO’s need for a new machine Sandra has made it her mission to help raise the almost half a million dollars needed to buy a new one.

Unsure of where to start, she turned to the CHEO Foundation for guidance and they were able to help her set up an online way for people to donate to the cause. The campaign is called Hair for Hearts because Sandra has pledged to shave her head once she reaches her initial goal of 2,000 dollars.

Sandra has been told that Adeline will definitely need another surgery. The timeline is not known for sure, but doctors at CHEO have said that it will most likely be

Emile Lajoie, NG Probus President, and Barbara-Ann Lajoie, enjoy a happy moment after working with a team of volunteers to organize a successful spring event for surrounding area Probus clubs submitted by Anna Van Adrichem Rochon Probus Club of North Grenville hosted the annual spring gathering of clubs for District 1. On May 12, the North Grenville Municipal Centre was filled with guests from Perth, Ottawa Alta Vista, Leeds & Grenville, Kingston – Frontenac, Gananoque, Brockville, Kingston, KingstonLimestone, Western Ottawa, Ottawa Rideau Valley and Quinte. The St Michael’s band played as guests arrived for the spring social event of the year for Probus members.

Volunteers from the club had decorated the tables in cheery yellow and blue.

After a wonderful meal, all the guests moved to the theatre for entertainment provided by “Lost for Words”, toe tapping Irish/Celtic tunes to enjoy and sing along to. It was an ideal opportunity to

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put North Grenville on display and allow others to see our community at its best.

The North Grenville club has more than 100 members that meet monthly at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church on the third Wednesday of each month at 9:30 am.

The first club in Canada was certified on March 17, 1987 in Cambridge, Ontario. North Grenville chartered in 1999.

PROBUS are local, national, and international associations of retired people who come together in non-political, non-sectarian, non-profit, non-fund raising autonomous clubs. They provide regular opportunities for members to meet others in similar circumstances and similar levels of interest, make new friends, and maintain and expand their interests. PROBUS is independent of all other organizations.

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Members join together in clubs, the basic purpose of which is to provide regular opportunities to keep their minds active, expand their interests and enjoy the fellowship of new friends. The basic purpose of a PROBUS club is to provide regular gatherings of persons, who, in their retirement, appreciate and value opportunities to meet others in similar circumstances and similar levels of interest, i.e., to provide options for members to maintain a path of fellowship and learning, to remain connected to our friends, our community, and the world. This "connectivity" is a driving force underlying a member's participation in PROBUS. The club has had diverse speakers.

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sometime during her adolescence. While she is confident that if CHEO does not have the resources when Adeline needs her next surgery, she will be sent to somewhere that does (most likely Sick Kids). Sandra desperately wants to it be at CHEO, where she and her daughter are comfortable and they are close to their family.

“If I had to [go to Sick Kids], it would mean that I would have to be separated from my other two children and my husband, I would have to find a place in Toronto and I would have to deal with a whole new group of people who I have never met. It would be very overwhelming,” she says.

If the money is not raised for a new machine, this will be the case for many of the families who rely on the

expertise, care and kindness of the cardiovascular team at CHEO. Dr. Maharajh and his team have been superheroes for Sandra and her family.

However, they cannot continue to save lives without the machine that gives them the ability to use their superpowers.

To donate directly to Sandra’s campaign go to http://bit.ly/hairforhearts.

You can also send a cheque to the CHEO Foundation indicating that the donation is for the cardiopulminary bypass machine or by including Sandra’s full name (Sandra Zimmerman Mahoney). Sandra also encourages people to get involved in her fundraising efforts.

For more information, email Sandra at kville_sandra@ hotmail.com.

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Decoy Challenge it’s time to vote!

The Rotary Decoy competition is looking for your votes.

Approximately forty Decoys, sponsored by participating businesses & local families will be judged. Residents are asked to visit B&H Your Community Grocer and Jonsson's Independent Grocers Thursday, May 21 and Friday, May 22 to cast their votes. During the past month, the Decoys were creatively decorated and awards will be given for different categories: ‘Best dressed decoy’, ‘Funniest decoy’, and ‘most original’.

First place Race Winner will win the bragging right to display the 2015 Rotary Decoy Trophy till 2016 race.

2015 Rotary Rubber Duck Race Join us at the Prescott Bridge for our annual Duck Race Tickets on sale at Rotary Park by the clock Saturday, May 23, 2 to 6 pm and Sunday May 24, 11am to 12pm Decoys set sail at 12:45 from the Dock.

Rubber Ducks dumped off the Bridge 1 pm.

Local break-ins

By Hilary Thomson Last week did not start out well for a few of the businesses in North Grenville. Jon Levett, of The Crusty Bakers, came into work on Tuesday morning to find that someone had broken into his bakery through a window and stolen the cash register and some money out of the office.

Three other stores were also broken into last Monday night, including Cindy’s Barber Shop and Evape on Rideau Street and Georgia Carpet Industries on County Road 43. A small amount of cash was taken from Cindy’s and Evape but nothing was taken from Georgia Carpet Industries.

The amount of money taken from The Crusty Bakers was not huge however for a small business owner every penny counts. “We work hard for every dollar,” Jon said.

He also had to close his doors to customers on Tuesday to talk to the police, losing a day of business.

Jon says the support from the community since Tuesday has been overwhelming. Local businesses have given The Crusty Bakers a new cash register, as well as an alarm system.

There has also been an outpouring of posts from customers on their Facebook page, offering their condolences and support.

A crowd funding campaign has been set up to help The Crusty Bakers recoup some of their lost dollars.

In response to the kind gestures, Jon wrote on their Facebook page: “Your kindness is greatly appreciated. Let us also remember that three other businesses were broken into last Monday. The best way to help us all is shop local.”

The OPP attended all scenes on Tuesday and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Grenville County O.P.P. Communication Centre at 1-888-310-1122, the Kemptville Detachment at 613-258-3441, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-(TIPS) 8477 or submit your tip on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.

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School Board statement on Spring Assessments The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) has confirmed that the Spring Assessment for Grade 3 and Grade 6 students in school boards currently impacted by ETFO Job Action will be postponed. This means that students in the Upper Canada District School Board will not participate in EQAO testing in the coming weeks. We will communicate any new information on the status of postponed EQAO testing as it becomes available.

Outside of this change, students in our schools will continue to see very little change to their daily educational experience in this current stage of job action.

Teaching and learning continues each day and regular school activities are proceeding.

Parents/guardians can continue to access updates related to job action in the following ways: 1. UCDSB Website: Labour Updates 2. Your local school website 3.

Register for a My Family Room account by calling or visiting your school office. Urgent messages regarding labour action will be provided through text message, voicemail or email.

4. Social Media—follow @UCDSB on Twitter; and/ or Like our page on Facebook at facebook.com/ucdsb.

EQAO Assessments Will Proceed As Scheduled in All Schools Not Affected by Labour Action The primary- and junior-division assessments (written by students in Grade 3 and Grade 6) and the Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics will proceed as scheduled in all schools that are not affected by labour action. Click here for the assessment dates.

This includes all schools in the English-language Catholic school system; all schools in French-language school system (Catholic and public); all secondary schools in English-language public school boards where teachers are not on strike and all participating private schools, First Nation schools and international schools.

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Oxford Mills Girl Guides Spring Fair

Every Kid in our Communities to honour “Asset Builders”

by Margaret Fancy The Every Kid in our Communities (EKIOC) Coalition is looking for nominations of organizations, businesses, and individuals who make a difference in the lives of Leeds - Grenville children and youth- in other words they build assets in children and youth! These “asset builders” will be recognized at a ceremony on Sunday, June 7 as part of the Brockville and Area YMCA Healthy Kids Day. The Every Kid coalition is looking to identify organizations, businesses, and people who: ·Express care and concern (e.g. are present, show interest in children and youth; invest time and energy in doing things for and with them) ·Challenge growth (e.g. inspire children and youth

to see future possibilities; expect youth to live up to their potential; ·Provide support (e.g. encourage young people to achieve; provide children and youth with practical assistance and feedback; model positive behaviours) ·Share power (e.g. respect youth and treat them fairly; give youth a voice) ·Expand possibilities (e.g. expose young people to new ideas, experiences and places; connect youth to people who can help them grow) Margaret Fancy, coordinator of Every Kid in our Communities (EKIOC) explains: “Every day organization and individuals in Leeds-Grenville influence the lives of young people in a positive way. Our coalition wants to pay tribute to these ‘asset builders’.

The deadline for nominations is May 25, 2015.

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Forms are available online at the EKIOC website: www.everykid.on.ca or they may be requested by phone 613-345-5685 ext.

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Anyone seeking more information about the 2015 Recognition of Asset Builders Celebration may contact Tawnya Boileau, by calling 613-345-5685 ext. 2226, or via e-mail tawnya.boileau@healthunit.org.

Every Kid in our Communities of Leeds & Grenville is a community collaboration dedicated to the long-term success of every child and youth. For more information please visit, www.everykid.on.ca . *Asset building refers to activities that contribute to an increase in the internal and external Developmental Assets® of young people. Developmental Assets® are 40 researchbased, positive experiences, skills, opportunities, qualities and values that influence young people’s development. They are developed through relationships with caring, responsible people. For more information please visit: http:// www.search-institute.org/ or http://everykid.on.ca/ .

The Oxford Mills Sisterhood of Guiding (OMSG) is holding an exciting Spring Fair on May 30, 10 am-3 pm at Oxford-on-Rideau Public School, 50 Water Street, Oxford Mills (rain or shine). This fundraiser aims to model the power of community spirit and generosity. This admission-free event will have something for everyone!

Come find treasures at the community garage sale, or support your local businesses at the vendors’ tables. Join them for free family fun in the kid zone, including a bouncy castle, face painting, good old fashioned games and much more! There will be a special teddy bear hospital for all stuffies to receive some TLC and be mended. Stuffies will also be available for adoption to a new loving home.

Enjoy a hot BBQ lunch with your family and purchase your Girl Guide cookies for dessert.

Mark your calendar now for this don't miss event!! For more information on this fun family day, contact Sarah Robinson at 613.220-0426 or Mary-Anne Leang at 613.612.1848, email theleangs@gmail.com, or check out their website at oxfordmillsguiding@weebly

What a dog needs

by Catherine Woolham Is your dog full of energy and maybe a bit on the wild side? Agility would be an excellent way to tire them out and instill some discipline. The added benefits are that they are intellectually engaged and become more bonded to their handler.

What is agility? Agility looks a lot like horse jumping in that the dog has to navigate a series of jumps and obstacles under the guidance of their handler in a set time. The dog and handler have to achieve a qualifying score. Dogs are not in direct competition with others dogs. This tends to make agility a very relax-

ing and friendly sport.

There has been an agility club in our area for just over a year. It is the not for profit, member run, Paws4Fun Agility Club. The purpose of the club is to promote the recreational and competitive sport of canine agility through training, demonstrations, the K9Kup and sanctioned Agility Association of Canada (AAC) trials.

Training resumes the week of May 25. Spots fill up quickly so do not delay.

As we are a member run club, our prices tend to be cheaper. If you are not sure if this is something your dog will like, please come and try one class under no obligation. New this year,

we are offering obedience for agility. There will be a demonstration at this year's Dandelion Festival on May 23 at 10:30 and 12:30. Bring your dog and try out some foundation equipment on leash. The first K9Kup will be on June 28t and our second sanctioned trial will be held June 12, 13 and 14 at our Taylor Road location just 10 minutes south of Kemptville. The public and dogs on leash are always welcome at these events. For more information, please visit our website at www.paws4funagility. ca You can also find us on Facebook “Paws4Fun Agility.”

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An outdoor classroom at the Forest Centre

by Marguerite Boyer It always seems like a cliché to say that the Ferguson Forest Centre is a priceless asset for the people of North Grenville, but it’s hard to think of a better way to explain its importance to our community. When the Ontario Government announced in 1995 that the old Forest Station was to close, and all of the trees and buildings bulldozed into the ground, the community rallied round and the new Forest Centre rose up instead.

Today, the Ferguson Forest Centre is run by a notfor-profit corporation which has become eastern Ontario’s largest supplier of high-quality tree seedlings and nursery stock. It is run by a Board of volunteers, with a few professional full-time staff to manage the operation. It is the main, possibly only, reason North Grenville can claim to be green and growing!

But there is another aspect to the FFC that is being developed, one that shows another valuable role it plays in our community and beyond. Almost three years ago, the FFC began an Outdoor Education program which encourages the community to explore the forest trails in guided walks. Two trails used for the program, the Forest Management Trail and the Turtle Trail, and your guide on the journey is another priceless asset to our community. Alf Campbell has been involved in forestry around this area since 1957. He was manager of the old Forest Station for eighteen years, when it was under provincial ownership, and is currently a Director of the FFC. During the 1980's, Alf started the Outdoor Education program, and at one time

there were up to 400 students coming out from Ottawa schools to walk the trails every year. Doug Brunton, Chair of the Recreation/Education Committee at the FFC, remembers doing the tour in the 1980's, when he was at Kemptville Public School as a teacher. He remembers how impressed he was with Alf as a teacher, how good he was at imparting his knowledge to the children. “We had money in those days,” Alf remembers wistfully. That ended with the closure in 1995, but now Alf and the FFC Board have started it up again.

In the first year after it restarted, one school, Nationview in South Mountain, sent all their classes, Kindergarten to Grade 6 out on the trails.

It took almost two weeks for the whole school to go through, with morning and afternoon session. It was a very successful initiative, and the Principle of Nationview came on almost half of the outings. She was very pleased with the program.

And, of course, Alf was the teacher. But it’s a title Alf rejects: “I’m not the teacher, I’m the Tour Guide”. He believes that young people have become cut off from Nature, engrossed in technology and isolation. “Our objective is to get [young people] out in the bush and show them something that Nature can do that you can’t do [through technology].”

The walks are free of charge, the only cost for visiting schools is their transport to and from the FFC. Doug points out that “we see it as Community outreach: we try and reach out to the community”. Alf agrees that “our main job is to do forest awareness, as I call it”. As Doug says, “We are trying to get back to Alf’s idea of

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years ago. Last year we had the Beavers, who have to do some kind of trail walk, as part of their program. We used the Turtle Trail”.

But it’s not just school children that the FFC is hoping to bring in. “What we’re trying to do is to reach out, not only to schools, but also to community groups, and we’re hoping to reach out to the Scouting movement, seniors groups, etc. The Turtle Trail is especially good for seniors. It’s been laid with wood chips, and is easily managed.”

“It takes money to maintain these trails. And how do we make the money? We grow trees and we sell trees, and that gives us the money to do these other things,” says Alf. They are beautiful trails.

Visitors learn about the various trees growing at the FFC, about the history of the land, and why only native trees are grown here now, to be sold across eastern Ontario.

There can be no-one else at all who knows more about the FFC lands, the trees and eco-systems that are to be found there, and the story of the Centre than Alf Campbell.

“We come here and I tell the kids: you’re in a cedar

swamp, and so this is called a cedar forest eco-system. I can bring out a little piece of the tree about half the size of a pencil, and I can tell how old the tree is from that.”

With more than fifty year’s of knowledge and experience, visiting the FFC to walk the trails with Alf Campbell is something not to be missed. Schools, service groups, senior groups, in fact everyone who wants to experience this special occasion can contact the FFC at e-mail: ed@seedlingnursery.com, or telephone (613) 258-0110.

by Beth Nicol Grade 11 and 12 students from Russell High School’s Fashion Course attended a workshop at “alpaca tracks – t(h)read lightly” on Friday May 15. Hosted by Kathy Enright, pictured above, and Corinne Cote, co-owners of the Oxford Station farm, the workshop focussed on alpaca fibre and its qualities, the production and treatment of yarns, and its potential uses. Samples of alpaca fibre, yarn of varying colours

and quality, and a variety of finished products were on display. There was also an opportunity to complete a project in fabric art while learning the benefits of felting. All of this was shared in an outdoor classroom under the curious gaze of recently shorn alpacas – a great way to spend a warm May day.

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While the Shriners have great fun, the Shriner purpose is to help children with special needs. The local Shriners provide a way for these special children to reach the care NEW SERVICES AVAILABLE that they need. Talk to the Shriners at the Fair to obtain details of special needs help available.

PLAQUE MOUNTING ~ Have your poster, picture, photo The Shriners Street Fair June 4-7, 2015, that is being held at the Food Basics lot, m dry mounted onto a plaque, no frame required, a price to HWY 43, Kemptville will help raise funds to support local children to travel to and suit any budget. from the hospital. The Shriner support for local children with special needs is free.

Shriners Street Fair, Kemptville is held each year at the FOOD BASICS lot.

CANVAS TRANSFER ~ You provide a weddingThe photo, travel photo, etc. and we transfer it onto canvas. Regular The fair is oriented toward teens and younger children. There will be rides for all ages. depth canvas ready to assemble in a frame, or Gallery depth Over the years the Shriners have watched the wonder, awe and excitement that kids PLAQUE MOUNTING ~ Have your poster, canvas that’s ready to hang on the wall. picture, photo dry mounted onto a plaque, no and their parents and grandparents witness. Bring your camera to capture your famframe required, a price to suit any budget. ily’s greatest moments and the kid’s excitement.

CANVAS TRANSFER ~ You provide a FOOD FRAMES for a frame that’s not custom? Several sizes & BASICS provides the space as a sponsor and a service to the community. weddingREADY-MADE photo, travel photo, etc. and ~ weLooking have A number of other local businesses have supported the Shriners Fair over the it transferred onto canvas.

You can divide your choices available. Come take a peek. photo into 1, 2, 3, or 4 panels for interesting years and continue to do so. effects. Open 7 days/week by appointment.

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Gillian Trojan, CPF We also create shadowboxes, stretch & lace needlework, and lots of other creations.

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School’s Out Ontario’s schools have been in the news a lot recently. The revised curriculum for Health and Fitness has generated much heat and controversy, with serious issues being raised on both sides of the debate about what is, and what is not, the role of schools in the moral and social education of children. Ignoring, as we should, the more extreme elements on both sides of the discussion, it has to be admitted that the topic has opened up areas of concern for Ontario as a society. It seems that the system of education that we have developed over many decades in Ontario has been facing increasing challenges that may not be manageable given the rapidly changing nature of modern Canadian society.

Two hundred years ago, the first legislation was passed dealing with public education in what is now the Province of Ontario. It was accepted by all that the government

had a role to play in deciding how schools should be run, who should teach in them, and, most importantly, what should be taught there. That was a relatively easy decision in the early nineteenth century, when Canada was primarily a British society, with the only threat to that character coming from Americans crossing the border to settle on free lands.

Gradually, as governments ruled that attendance at school should be mandatory for all children under a certain age, and as the curriculum taught in the schools was meant to reflect a British Imperial identity for Canadian children, there was a general agreement in society about what kind of person was expected to be produced in Ontario schools. The school as the main support for the family in producing “good citizens” was underlined by the local nature of administration which was in place.

North Grenville had up to twenty school sections, each

supervised by three locally chosen Trustees, who were expected to ensure that the schools, and the teachers who worked in them, represented the mores and character of the community it served.

But that changed radically when those one-room schools were consolidated into the Public Schools we have today. Instead of all age groups being in the same classroom, with a single teacher (sometimes aided by an assistant) implementing the provincial curriculum, children were divided into grades, based on age, and may now have a different teacher for every subject, every year. There was a break in the relationship between pupil and teacher, and the division into age groups left younger children separated from siblings and cut off from normal socialisation processes.

The move away from local Trustees, and to administration of much larger districts, has created a situation where what goes on in

schools is often a mystery to parents, who have little or no influence on what their children are taught, and how they are treated by teachers and fellow students. The curriculum has been similarly divided into subjects, often taught without reference to each other, and lacking any integrated character. Children can learn history without reference to geography; or math without reference to daily life.

Children are judged strictly on how they handle tests and assignments, and without reference to what their natural talents may respond to.

Many of us remember school as a negative experience overall, where everyone was expected to adapt to the structures and curriculum, where teachers were unable, or unwilling, to allow for individual talent and interests. I believe it is accepted generally that standards in education have dropped over the past decades. It is worrying that many students who went through a system we

now consider inadequate or of a low standard are now teaching.

What has added most to the problems facing education in Ontario however, is the dramatic change in Ontario society. There is no longer a monolithic culture which agrees with a set list of morals, beliefs, cultural and religious practices, etc.

This is making it increasingly impossible for schools to produce “good citizens”, now that we can’t agree on what “good” means in that context. This lies at the heart of the current controversies facing education in Ontario.

There is no longer agreement about what should be taught in schools, especially in the area of morality, sexuality and religion. That is not going to change, and there’s no point in anyone trying to impose their beliefs on others.

What is needed is an entirely new approach to public education as a whole. Other countries are looking at the same problems and trying to

Dear Editor: I would like to thank you for your editorial in the May 13 edition of the NG Times.

There have indeed been a few too many self congratulatory victory laps in relation to the recent Dandelion Festival/ TransCanada corp events.

I am one of the small group of musicians who chose to resign from contracted performance slots at this year’s Dandelion Festival, and then publicly express my reasons for doing so along with George Buys, Lisa Poushinsky and Polly Beach. We decided to withdraw because, at the time, in spite of the Festival's negotiations with Sustainable North Grenville to address the matter, it was at no point certain that the sponsorship would be returned, and we felt an actual principled and firm action was the appropriate response, and anything else would not have had real meaning.

While our decision to withdraw was received privately with some degree of hostility by some of the other parties involved in the initiative, and publicly by the festi-

val committee, with attempts to frame us as politicizing the occasion for personal gain, we have tried to remain positive throughout. I have given credit to all involved, emphatically and publicly, and I know the other musicians have also striven to do so.

There has never been any illusion in our minds that it was about us, and we stated repeatedly that we felt what we were doing reflected the better long term interest of the community.

It is sad for us to think that some of the other parties involved in the effort may have chosen to frame our choice to make a principled stand as anything but. The bigger message here is, clearly, that a community can rally against a corporate entity hell bent on controlling the narrative and actually prevail.

For the record, I am a full-time musical artist, make 100% of my income as such, and turning down a paid gig is not an easy thing to do.

However, when money is coming from a corporation that stubbornly clings to an outmoded energy model that

is unquestionably destructive and risky, the choice to withdraw is obvious.

We are all, also, longtime affiliates of the Festival, both as performers and supporters, and, most importantly, devoted fans of the festival, and members of the community. All that to say we are concerned citizens, and felt like the only meaningful course for us to take in this matter was the one we chose. We supported the SNG initiative, even if it was a different approach than the one we chose. Also, in spite of Shaun Vardon's suspiciously apologetic stance on behalf of the TransCanada corp, we commend his ultimate decision to rethink the matter, regardless of what his motives may have been.

For those who would cry hypocrite because we drive cars and heat our homes with oil-based fuel (believe me, the outpouring of hate mail I have received attests to the fact that there are many), the shift to a sustainable future has to start somewhere, and we are not trying to represent ourselves as morally superior to anyone

in anyway.

The attempt to position itself as a philanthropic presence via sponsorship of cultural events in the communities it seeks to run the pipeline through is definitely the big issue here, hopefully it is the one that will resound in weeks and months to come.

I have no regrets about the matter, in spite of not being invited back (we knew that risk when we took it, and deemed the matter to have priority over personal gain), and sincerely hope the Dandelion festival continues for years to come in the spirit of community and sustainability that has underpinned it up until this current year.

Sincerely, John Carroll

Dear Editor: On the front page of the NG Times May 6 edition, David Shanahan states: “This year’s Dandelion Festival has come close to a major crisis…”. The earthquakes in Nepal, or the fact that one in seven Canadian children lives in poverty (and that number is growing according to the Conference Board of Canada) can be considered close to a major crisis for people living in those circumstances.

A small number of local musicians withdrawing their services from the Dandelion Festival is not a major crisis.

Let’s put this whole fiasco into its proper perspective.

The Festival Committee was put in place, with a paid professional Event Coordinator at the helm, to plan,

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organize and implement what they believe will be a fun weekend for the community.

They had no requirement to check with the community as a whole before accepting sponsorship from corporate donors who were willing to support the event – they were doing their job. I won’t be surprised if at least some, or all, members of the current Committee are not available to work on the Festival next year. Let's see if the small number of people who were responsible for disrupting the work of the Committee, and I would say making themselves look a little foolish, are the ones who will volunteer to do the months of work necessary to host a successful Festival next year.

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find solutions that take into account, not only these issues, but the fact that governments can no longer afford the educational system we have come to know. Instead of trying to deal with each crisis as it arises, it is, perhaps, time to accept that the whole structure needs to be reassessed, and even rebuilt. Our country has changed since the early nineteenth century: it is time our schools did too.

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Convenient beer

by David Shanahan The announcements in the recent Ontario budget concerning the sale of beer in the province has created more than a little confusion for consumers. Initially, it was felt that the decision by the Government to allow the sale of beer in 450 local stores across the province would balance the negative consumer reaction to the raising of more than $100 million per year in new “beer taxes”. It was also revealed in the same budget that a pilot program would be launched, allowing the sale of 12-packs of beer in 10 LCBO branches, as well as making it easier for craft breweries to have their products sold through the 447 Beer Stores. There is also an agreement in place with the major beer producers that they will freeze prices on the most popular brands for the next two years. This will affect more than half of all beer

sold in the province.

Although the idea of selling beer in convenience and grocery stores has been around for a long time, the decision to move in that direction was recommended by a government-appointed commission, who were mandated to find ways to maximise revenues from provincial Crown assets, such as the LCBO and Hydro One. The new tax introduced in the budget will amount to a rise of about $1 on a case of 24, but it will be phased in over four years.

This is probably the most revolutionary change in the sale and distribution of beer in Ontario for many decades, and it is a fascinating echo of the debates over the same subject that sharply divided opinion in the province in the years either side of 1900.

It was only in the 1920's that Kemptville’s own G. Howard Ferguson created the LCBO as a compromise between unrestricted sale of alcohol,

cap.”

This means that no convenience, general, or grocery store in all of the United Counties will qualify for one of the new licences. Nevertheless, the opening of the new Beer Store at Colonnade removes any fears that North Grenville might be left short of a brew.

The government’s new regulations were drawn up following an agreement with the owners of the Beer Store to open their shelves and adopt new measures. Unlike the LCBO, the Beer Stores are not owned by the Ontario Government, but are a privately-run operation. They are, in fact, owned by three foreign companies, Labatt’s, now owned by a Belgian corporation, Molson-Corrs, which is American-owned, and Sleeman’s, owned by Sapporo of Japan.

and strict prohibition of all alcohol products.

Local MPP, Steve Clark, has raised the issue at Queen’s Park, pointing out to the government ministers that the new rules for beer sales effectively discriminate against local stores in Leeds-Grenville.

In the House, he said that, although rural Ontarians must pay the government’s new beer tax, they are excluded from the sales plan as it restricts the 450 grocery store licences to urban areas with 30,000 or more people.

“Only a government as out of touch as this one would try to sell a plan that shuts out every community in LeedsGrenville and all of rural Ontario,” he said. “I’ve called on the Premier to go back to the drawing board to come up with a plan that gives retailers the opportunity to compete for those 450 licences based on merit, not their postal code. The way she can do that is by lowering the population

Unaffordable

by Deron Johnson Over the last six months or so, there’s been a lot of discussion about the unaffordable price of electricity.

There’s absolutely no denting the impact. Some politicians claim that the high cost of electricity in Ontario is forcing people from their homes and is causing businesses to move or close. For those who are forced by their landlords to heat their homes with electricity, this has been an especially difficult winter that seemed to last forever. There are still too many rental units in North Grenville that use electricity to heat. One person mentioned that their monthly hydro bill from February was over $300. Thankfully, most of us don’t have this problem, but still too many in North Grenville do. Something needs to be done about the cost of electricity.

But something that these politicians never seem to mention is the lack of affordable housing (that’s a topic for another time), the rising costs of municipal water & sewer and the increasing cost of natural gas. Why don’t the politicians talk about these things? The reason is that they’re trying to score political points, instead of having a real discussion about ALL of the reasons why running a business and keeping a home are now becoming unaffordable. For today, let’s look at both natural gas and municipal water & sewer for May 20, 2015

the home.

First off, let’s talk about our own bi-monthly municipal water & sewer bill. For those of you on wells and septic systems, you’ve got your own expenses in relation to these utilities, but keep reading for amusement. The minimum bi-monthly charge for water & sewer service currently for a single dwelling unit in Kemptville is $113.06.

If a home exceeds their bimonthly allotment of five cubic metres, then they are charged an additional $3.04 per cubic metre. However, were you aware that, not only is the minimum bi-monthly charge for water & sewer going up by approximately 5.2% each year over the next two years, but the charge for each cubic metre is also going up by approximately 4% each of those years as well? The previous council approved a by-law that will have increased the minimum bi-monthly charge for water & sewer a whopping 26% from October 2012 to October 2016. The charge for each additional cubic metre of water will also have gone up 20% over that same period. That’s right, the current mayor and two councillors saw no problem voting for this increase in their last term.

The other utility we need to consider is natural gas.

Some residents who use natural gas to heat their homes have Enbridge as their natural gas supplier. In the coldest month of the winter, which

was February, the average temperature was -16.8, which was a record low. When I looked at the natural gas bill for February, the gas supply rate was 18.316 cents per cubic metre, compared to the rate for March which was 14.45 cents per cubic metre. So when we didn’t heat as much, the price dropped 27%. Just a coincidence, I’m sure. Here’s what the Ontario Energy Board has to say about rate changes for natural gas: “Natural gas is a commodity that is traded on North American markets.

Market prices fluctuate daily, rising and falling based on supply and demand (how much is available and how many people/businesses need it)”. This doesn’t seem to be the case, because everyone needed it in February, but the price was still very high. As soon as demand went down in March, the price went down.

Further, the Ontario Energy Board says that every three months, each utility asks the energy board to adjust its rates to cover the ‘future costs’ and ‘past costs’. Future costs means that “the utility estimates the market price for the next twelve months and this is to help calculate the rate to charge customers.” The past costs are “the difference between what was forecast to be paid the last time and what was actually paid.” Then the gas rate is adjusted up or down depending on whether the previous rate was too high or too low compared to

the actual market price during that time. The problem is, you don’t get any money back from Enbridge for them overcharging you; instead, you just get a lower rate (for the warmer months) when you don’t use even close to the same amount.

So the next time a politician starts talking about the high cost of electricity, stop them and ask them what they’re also going to do about Enbridge who charged you 27% more for your natural gas this winter when you needed it most? Maybe also ask them what they’re going to do about the 26% increase to your municipal water & sewer rates? The basic necessities involved in keeping a home (and running a business) are becoming unaffordable for too many residents of North Grenville, and I have feeling that those politicians don’t have an answer.

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UPDATE UPCOMING MEETINGS COUNCIL Monday, May 25th at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.

For agenda information, please contact the Clerk’s Office or visit the Municipal website.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Monday, June 1st at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Centre.

SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAMS Summer camps and swim program registrations begin Saturday, May 30th from 10 am to 2 pm in Arena 1 at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, 285 County Rd. 44. For more information, visit our website at www.northgrenville.ca.

GARAGE SALES Garage sales in North Grenville are regulated

by By-Law 10-03. No licence or fee is required, but there are regulations which you must follow. Signage is NOT permitted in traffic circles or attached to traffic signs.

Please ensure signage is removed after your sale. Before having a garage sale, please obtain a copy of this by-law from the Municipal Office or www.northgrenville.ca/ files/10-03.pdf.

SWIMMING POOL ENCLOSURES Swimming pool enclosures in North Grenville are regulated by By-Law 32-98, as amended.

This includes all above-ground and in-ground pools. Copies of this by-law are available from the Building Department or the Municipal website.

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THANK YOU Dear Editor: I wanted to write to thank the kind people of Kemptville. I was stuck at Shoppers, with my car hood up, waiting for a tow truck, and no fewer then five people asked me if I wanted a boost for my car.

First of all, there are a lot of people who have cables and, most important, there are a lot of generous people in our town.

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The war comes home: April - May, 1915

by David Shanahan One hundred years ago, as World War I settled into the stalemate of trench warfare in France and Belgium, the 33,000 men of the Canadian contingent were experiencing the reality of modern warfare for the first time. Their first large scale involvement in the fighting since completing their training in England came at what is called the Second Battle of Ypres in April and May of 1915, where the German command used poison gas for the first time.

By the end of May, 1915, the British announced that they, too, would start using poison gas. It was, indeed, a particularly horrific introduction to modern war for the young men from Kemptville, South Gower and Oxford-on-Rideau.

Their families at home had been largely unaffected by the war thus far. Daily life continued during the first nine months after war was declared, with campaigns by the Red Cross groups and the newlyformed Women’s Institute branches in the area to knit scarves and socks for the boys “over there”. Concerts and patriotic evenings were held to raise funds for these campaigns, and to promote

patriotic support for the war at home.

One such event took place in Leslie Hall in April. A “mixed chorus representing Great Britain and her colonies” was considered a most “striking” feature of the evening, as was the little boys’ chorus. “A dozen small boys gave every evidence of true patriotism and spirit by singing lustily ringing songs”, performed, apparently, with “the sweetness and clearness of the childish voices”.

But the more realistic aspects of what was happening in Europe was introduced to residents, albeit gently, by the talk given in Leslie Hall that night by a clergyman “of true military bearing and soldierly aspect”, a disturbing combination of religion and militarism that marked that, and subsequent, wars. Dean Starr of Kingston provided the usual propaganda about glorious Britain facing the Huns, though, perhaps unusually, he was careful to distinguish between the northern and southern Germans, the latter, he said, having been “misled by Prussian militarism”.

But his account of conditions in the trenches

Historical Society at the Dandelion Festival

The NGHS will have a double presence at this year’s Dandelion Festival. In addition to a booth on the festival site, there will be the usual exhibit at the Court House on Water Street, next door to the Library.

Children are encouraged to visit our booth on the footprint.

They will have the opportunity to prepare their own historical postcard and get a special stamp, before heading off to the Court House, where they can mail their cards at the historic Bishop’s Mills Post Office (dating from 1912).

The display at the Court House will feature the Bishop's Mills Post Office, postcards from the collections of Kveta Vesela and Bill Holmes, and articles on the history of the Post Office in Canada, the history of postcards, the lost art of letter writing, the impact of the introduction of email on how we communicate with one another today.

There will also be a display of a selection of letters written by well-known historical figures, etc.

All are welcome - old friends and new. Please check out our displays at the Court House and join us for coffee, bottled water, tea, juice and sweets.

and hospitals brought to the sheltered residents of Kemptville a glimpse of the realities he had witnessed, and made “the war seem a more real glorious, yet horrible affair than it has appeared to us so far from the scene of action”.

North Grenville may have been far from the scene of action, but it is surprising, in this day of news blackouts and media manipulation, that so much information was available to the home front readers.

On April 15, the newspaper contained an announcement that Canadian troops were about to be sent to the Dardanelles. The reporter complained in his article that he had tried to cable

the information three days earlier, but it had been subjected to “censorial mutilation” and so he was forced to send it again. The report was detailed about how many dragoons were being sent, the names of their officers, and other details of interest to all, especially to the Turks manning the defences at the Dardanelles.

There had been naval attacks on the Dardanelles since February, but, just ten days after the report was published, soldiers landed at Gallipoli as part of an attempt to take the straits.

The Gallipoli campaign was a disaster and resulted in huge losses in dead and wounded, as the invading forces met with stronger than expected resistance.

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The speed with which news of the war travelled also meant that the people at home learned very quickly about the first engagement of the men of the area within days of the first battles. On April 29, 1915, the front page news in the newspaper was that T. Ashmore Kidd was among the wounded at Ypres. Kidd was from a very prominent local family, with business interests in Oxford Mills, Burritt’s Rapids and Kemptville. T. Ashmore Kidd was the son of Thomas Albert Kidd, Post Master in Burritt’s, prominent in the Orange Order and local politics. The younger T. A. Kidd joined the Grenville militia and was commandant of the 56th Lisgar

Rifles in Kemptville in June, 1914 when the new Armoury building opened in Riverside Park. He had started the Cadet corps at the High School in Kemptville in May, 1914. With the outbreak of war in August, Thomas went abroad with the First Canadian Contingent.

The news of his wounding at Ypres changed the way the war was viewed in North Grenville, and brought this major world conflict on to the front pages for the people of North Grenville in a new and immediate way. The world was changing. The war was coming home.

Next week: Gas, glory and highways.

It’s that time of year again!

The North Grenville Sports Hall of Fame, which is committed to honouring the history of sport in our community, is looking for your help in identifying individuals, teams and organizations who have achieved athletic success and made significant contributions to sport.

Nomination forms are available at the Municipal Centre or at www.kemptvillesportshalloffame.com. The selection committee is currently accepting completed nomination forms until Monday, June 1. The induction ceremony is slated for Thursday, September 24, 2015 followed by the annual Fundraising Golf Tournament on Friday, September 25, 2015. Inquiries about the golfing should be directed to Doug Rigby at drigby@ttctruck.ca. The committee also welcomes the financial support of sponsors at a variety of levels.

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Welcome to our Home and Garden Section for Spring, 2015. In these pages, you’ll find information to inspire you to take a new look at your home or garden and think of how you might want to spend those long weekend and vacation hours. There are helpful pieces on various aspects of adding value to your home, as well as contact information for the many local businesses from the North Grenville area, all at your disposal to make your Spring and Summer an exciting time.

Getting out in the garden again, tidying up winter’s remains, and planning a new season is always an exciting project. Throw open the windows of your home and let in fresh air, new colours and textures, and see to those parts that need some upgrade and repair.

This year, think about the trees, shrubs and plants you want in your garden. Think about replacing those older windows with energy-efficient ones.

Does your septic system need servicing, or a new one installed? What new colours will transform your home and make it seem new again? It’s all here at your fingertips. Keep the insert and use it throughout the year, whenever you need work done around the house or garden.

These are all professional and experienced people supplying the community with their skills and assets. Local, easily accessible and responsible to you as valued and trusted customers, North Grenville can boast of a wonderful range of services.

And remember: shopping locally and getting your services from a local business is a great way of keeping North Grenville strong and growing economically.

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Plant an indoor herb garden in just a small space

Add a spa and hot tub to your backyard staycation

(NC) If you're a condo or apartment dweller with limited access to outdoor space, growing some indoor herbs will help you feel connected with nature. Not only do they freshen up a space, but herbs pack a flavourful culinary punch in your favourite snacks and smoothies. A window or balcony is all you need to get started.

Here are four easy steps to begin: 1. The flavours, scents and sight of an herb garden bring a sensory blast of Mother Nature indoors. Basil is one of the easiest herbs to grow indoors and the best way to liven up a Caprese salad. Thyme grows in the same sunshine loving conditions and is the perfect addition to kebabs or pasta salad. Consider planting your herbs together in a medium sized container so watering them doesn't become a chore.

(NC) Is this your summer to beat the traffic, leave airport hassles behind and instead, plan your vacation at home by installing a backyard hot tub and spa? No wonder staycations are so popular.

In today's fast-paced world, owning a spa is no longer considered a luxury. The relaxing therapeutic value may have even become a necessity to the estimated 510,000 spa owners in Canada. Many of them also say that they pay less for chemicals, water and electricity than they anticipated. By using a well-fitted, insulated, rigid safety cover, you can substantially reduce evaporation from a spa, which means reduced heating costs and less chemical usage, helping to keep costs down.

2. To allow all that glorious sunshine in, you'll want to keep your curtains or blinds open. Ensure your windows are spotless so the plants can soak up all the natural light they need. Sometimes a quick wipe with a soft cloth can get rid of the dust, but for those spots and greasy smudges that are harder to remove, try using a naturally-derived cleaner like Green Works Glass and Surface Cleaner on windows. Let there be light!

If you have already purchased a spa and are deciding the best place to install it, look for an area in the backyard with a scenic view. A location with an unobstructed view of a flower garden, water feature or nearby wooded area will provide a focal point for bathers in the spa and for those gazing at the hot tub from inside the house.

Make sure the location is easy to get to. The general rule of thumb is: the closer to the house the better. Ask yourself the following questions: Is the location private? Will you have to screen out the view of surrounding homes or nearby traffic? Where will bathers change?

3. For the best growing result, use a lightweight potting mix for proper drainage. It's best to change the potting mix after a season to keep your herbs healthy. Don't water too often as this will cause root rot. It's a good idea to fertilize your herbs about once a month, using a fertilizer that's safe for edible plants.

For added privacy, convenience and aesthetic appeal, wooden or fabric gazebos and cabanas can be used as change rooms. Some permanent enclosed structures are even large enough to enclose an entire spa, with room to spare for dining and food preparation areas and equipment storage.

4. Have fun with your kids, nieces or nephews. There's nothing like passing on your green thumb, and children have a natural curiosity, so encourage their interest in nature. Potting plants is messy business but don't let this discourage you from getting them involved, Green Works Compostable Cleaning Wipes are easy to use so they can help clean up too.

More information is available at www.trygreenworks.ca.

Distinctive lighting is another way to create a special mood outdoors in and around a hot tub. LED lights, both underwater and around the hot tub cabinet, can produce an array of colours in a gentle transition or in a dynamic pulsating display for entertaining.

Many spas also come equipped with illuminated waterfalls or geyser-type fountains – providing your own sound and light show.

More information is available online at www.poolcouncil.ca or toll-free at 1-800-879-7066.

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4 top tips for managing a renovation (NC) With dozens of television shows on what can be achieved, it's no surprise we are all a little renovation-crazy. But actually undergoing a renovation can be a lot to take on. Between suppliers, hiccups, finances and more, this type of overhaul has the potential to be a chaotic and stressful experience. Here are four tips for managing a successful renovation: 1. Choosing the contractor: Arguably the most important step is finding the right person for the job. Do your research. Check sites like HomeStars.com for homeowner reviews and the contractor's site for examples of their work and ask for a list of current references.

Investing time upfront could potentially save thousands.

Meet regularly with your contractors to avoid any surprises and to ensure work is on track.

2. Get it in writing: Equally important is documenting the agreement.

Things to include, aside from contact information are total costs (including a contingency) and payment schedule, outline of responsibilities from both parties (e.g. who is responsible for permits), code of conduct and daily work schedule.

3. Check-ins: Depending on the duration and scale of the renovation, consider weekly check-ins with your contractor. This will not only ease your mind, but help ensure everything is on track and mitigate any potential issues early.

4. Contingency plan: We've all seen the shows when a simple renovation goes horribly awry. A thorough contingency plan addressing potential issues like work stoppages due to permits or bad weather will help guide next steps. This plan goes hand-in-hand with the contingency budget and is a helpful document in times of crisis.

With some simple advance preparation and research, homeowners can achieve their dreams through a relatively pain-free renovation.

So easy in fact, you may want embark on your next renovation sooner than you think. More information is available at www.homestars.com.

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I have a pretty short drive to work and have been leaving home a little earlier lately so I can open my eyes and take in Spring... This is just one in a series of shots of the same tree I've taken on my short trek to work. Photograph by Terri-Lyn Love.

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Ecomedia Canada is pleased to announce the Ottawa Valley Home & Better Living Show on Sunday, May 31 at the North Grenville Municipal Centre ARENA 1 in Kemptville. The show will begin at 10 am and continue until 4 pm. Admission is Free We would like to cordially invite you and your families to attend and enjoy the exhibitor’s, and entertainment we have planned for you.

The Ottawa Valley Home & Better Living Show is a place to gather under one roof, to meet all of our exhibitors, over 60 of them, and to watch or listen to some wonderful and talented performers. We even have face painting for the children and

Dr. Kaboom with his animal balloons.

The emcee for the event is Frances Ebbrell, former Morning Show host of the popular 98.5 FM Radio Show “The Jewel”. We are also pleased to be allocating a portion of the funds from this event to the Giving Garden and the Randy Rose Fund. A very special thank you to all of our exhibitors, for making this possible.

The Giving Garden is a local garden in Kemptville located across from the Creekside Mall that is run by volunteers. Ultimately, it is a place to gather as a community and work cooperatively in the spirit of giving. To learn more about the Giving Garden and how you can help it to grow,

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We look forward to seeing you at the show! Our heartfelt thanks to our Gold Sponsor, HOWARD TRAVEL, for providing us with a free CRUISE FOR TWO TO THE BAHAMAS! This fabulous trip will be drawn at the end of the show.

Remember, Sunday, May 31, 10-4 pm and drop by, with a friend or your family. You won’t be disappointed

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How to benefit personally from an eco-friendly home (NC) These days, doing our part to help the environment just makes sense. With pollution and global warming issues, we're all responsible to step up for future generations.

But did you know that homeowners can benefit as well? By taking a greener approach you might be lowering your home's running costs, helping to improve your indoor air quality and extending the life of your fixtures and materials. The home renovation experts at HomeStars.com have put together a short list of eco-friendly updates: 1. Use LED bulbs: The most affordable of the updates is to replace light bulbs in lamps and other fixtures with LEDs which, although more expensive than incandescents, use far less energy, generating substantial cost savings.

4. Get Planting: Trees and shrubs are great for air quality, but can also help regulate your home's temperature too. If you have older windows, planting deciduous trees around the building can help block radiation in the summer as they grow. During the winter months, when the leaves have fallen, it will allow sunlight in for warmth.

2. Sustainable materials: If you're replacing flooring, consider FSC certified bamboo, natural linoleum flooring or another renewable resource like cork, which won't have the same negative environmental impact as more traditional flooring materials. For counters, consider recycled materials like glass.

5. Solar Panels: Although pricey to install, this addition can save hundreds of dollars in electricity each year. Located on the roof, the most cost effective option is to have large panels mounted directly on top. If aesthetics are a concern, they can also be woven into the roof as tiles for a more seamless appearance.

3. Water consumption: Limit your water usage by using low-flow showerheads, aerators for faucets and replacing your toilet with a low or dualflush option. Also consider doing laundry and running the dishwasher during off-peak hours to save on electricity costs. Off-peak hours change seasonally, so check with your utilities provider for updates.

6. Financial Incentives: Not only does helping the environment feel good, but it can also pay off, literally. Grants and rebates are offered by provincial governments, as well as electricity and natural gas utilities providers.

They vary by province so make sure to check with your local office for details.

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Optimize your Air Conditioning System

(NC) Switching your thermostat from “heat” to “cool” is usually a sign that summer is fast approaching and it is time to start thinking about your central air conditioning system. While a yearly check-up is best left to a qualified contractor, there are some things homeowners can do to avoid an ill–timed malfunction of their central air conditioning system: • Clean or replace the furnace filter. The air conditioner needs the furnace to circulate the air and a dirty filter circulates dust and other particles throughout the house, cutting down on a furnace's efficiency.

• The thermostat should be set below the room temperature and not set for cooling below 20 degrees Celsius which can cause a multitude of problems with your air–conditioner, including freezing up. Ideally, set the thermostat to 25.5°C when at home; 29°C when away.

• Turn the humidifier off during the summer cooling season. Leaving the humidifier on will only increase the cooling load and force the air conditioner to work harder.

• Close your drapes or shades on sunny days and ensure all windows in the house are closed.

• Close off vents in any unused rooms.

• Use ceiling fans to circulate the air.

Optimizing your air conditioner can lead to energy savings and efficiency and will keep your machine running smoothly all season long.

Book a qualified professional to make sure your air conditioning system is operating safely and efficiently. Consumers can learn more and locate a qualified contractor to service their air conditioning systems by going to the HRAI Contractor Locator, HRAI You Tube channel or calling 1-877-467-HRAI (4724). All HRAI Member Contractors have been prescreened and have the required trade licenses, technical certifications and insurance coverage.

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Achieving a low maintenance garden

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Low maintenance doesn’t have to be boring, simple or dull.

And it doesn’t have to mean planting an euonymous or boxwood shrub every two feet either. What it does mean is choosing the right plant for the site. Important site elements to consider are aspect, sun exposure, wind exposure, soil type and soil drainage. There are many other factors but if you know these key things about your garden then you can properly select plants that thrive in these conditions without having to do too much at all.

Even the most commonly dubbed “low maintenance plants” can be high maintenance if they are planted in the wrong spot. For example, plant an emerald cedar in full sun against a south acing brick wall in an area with heavy clay soils and high winds, and you will forever be trimming off dead needles and branches. Plant a juniper in the same location and you will never ave to touch it.

Another key to achieving a low maintenance garden is to choose plants that can tolerate our climate conditions. Native plants are sure to do well in your garden if located in the right spot.

submitted by Virginia Gordon Lush Home and Garden Everyone is busy these days. Its the way life is. Gardening doesn’t usually take priority on life’s To Do List. But we all want to have an enjoyable outdoor living space and feel proud of where we live.

Creating a low maintenance garden is the number one request I get from my clients. They want something easy to maintain because they don’t have a lot of time and they have other things they would rather be doing. No problem!

Many native plants also have the added benefit of providing valuable food and habitat to ollinators and other beneficial insects. If not selecting native plants, try to choose plants that are known to be hardy in our Plant Hardiness Zone. Kemptville is Zone 4b. Plants tolerant only to Zone 5 and 6 will not thrive, may not survive a winter here and will have to be constantly fussed over or replaced.

Once your garden is full of the right plants, a layer of mulch about 2 1/2 to 3 inches thick is a great way to keep the weeds at bay and have you on your way to enjoying a drink on the patio instead of working in the garden.

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Don’t neglect these home maintenance tasks (NC) No matter how stylish or updated a home may appear, if it's not well maintained, value can erode.

“Just as you complete regular oil changes on your car, exterior maintenance of your home will keep it at peak performance and protect the lifespan of your investment,” says Lincoln Thompson, broker-owner with Royal LePage Gardiner Realty in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Set a schedule for routine maintenance with these guidelines: 1. Maintain your lawn and garden with regular watering. Cut and weed the grass, trim hedges, pickup and remove leaves and apply fertilizer at regular intervals.

2. Pay attention to the driveway. Periodically check for damage to the driveway and repair loose or broken paving stones or small cracks in asphalt. Apply driveway sealer to protect and to freshen up the look.

3. Clean your gutters. Your eavestroughing system is intended to divert water away from the house. A clogged gutter system defeats the purpose and water can saturate wood siding, concrete and masonry.

4. Seal up your foundation. Look for signs of problems such as crumbling paint or water marks on interior walls. Check for cracks in the foundation and repair and thoroughly seal any, if found.

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Giving Garden a haven submitted by Michelle McEvoy

The wonderful volunteers of the North Grenville Giving Garden are often asked what exactly is going on at the Giving Garden across from Creekside Mall on Hwy 43, and how does it work? They explain that the Giving Garden is your garden, a park of sorts, a haven for folks to relax, read a book, share a picnic, help plant some seeds in the spring, or harvest vegetables or flowers to gift to someone when they are ready. It’s a place to gather as a community and work co-operatively in the spirit of giving.

We are always looking for volunteers to help maintain the Giving Garden. Join us on Planting Day, scheduled for Saturday, June 13th at 9 a.m. Consider helping out on one of our Weedless Wednesdays in July and August from 9 to noon. Any time you can contribute will ensure this beautiful spot remains so for the community for years to come. There are tools in the garden shed if you want to hoe a row in your own free time. In the Giving Garden, the gardener never decides who is worthy of a gift from the Garden, but rather accepts that their labour seeks to germinate random acts of unconditional giving. “We’re all just walking each other home,” a quote by Ram Dass, touches nicely on our need to care for our neighbours and our community.

In addition, we are pleased this year to have the support of the Ottawa Valley Home & Better Living Show. This event is coming to Kemptville on Sunday, May 31st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the North Grenville Municipal Centre Arena. A portion of the proceeds from this event will go towards the Giving Garden.

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Youngsters of Yore, Kemptville Public Library, 1:30 pm. Guest speaker: Jessica Nightingale, Meditation.

South Mountain-Hallville Pastoral Charge presents “THE LADIES OF HARMONY” Comedy Play by Ron Hill, 7 pm, South Mountain Agricultural Hall. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Lunch provided. $20.

Reserve Tickets 613 258 3648 or at the door.

Annual Dandelion Festival Seniors Tea, hosted by St. James Anglican Church from 2 - 4 pm in Leslie Hall, 19 Clothier Street West. Tea and sweets will be served. Admission is free.

The Oxford Mills Sisterhood of Guiding (OMSG) Spring Fair, 10 am-3 pm at Oxford-on-Rideau Public School, (rain or shine). This admissionfree event will have something for everyone!

KYC 4th Annual Breakfast, 8 to 10 am at Kemptville Christian Reformed Church. Tickets available at Youth Centre or Canadian Tire, Adults $10, under 5, $5, group of four $25.

Anniversary Service St. Andrew's United Church, Bishop's Mills at 10:30 a.m. Guest Speaker- Reverend Ralph Taylor. Special MusicMildred & Ray Adams; The Combined Choirs of Rural United Ministry.

Potluck lunch to follow in the Church Hall. Everyone is welcome.

Kemptville Masons 35th annual Fish Fry, NG Municipal Centre.

Adults $16, Children under 12, $8. Dinner 5:30-10 pm, music by Ron Donnelly and the Marlboreens starting at 6. Tickets available at Jim Perry Motors, Kemptville Home Hardware and B & H Grocer.

Bake and plant sale 10:30, salad & cold meat buffet 11:30-1 pm, handicap accessible, St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, Prescott St. A rollicking night of jazz music and storytelling, AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’? Spencerville Mill, 6:30 pm. $20/person Advance tickets at Spencerville Library & ArtScene Gallery. PayPal purchase via www.spencervillemill.ca Senior's Month Celebration - Join us for a picnic/BBQ with entertainment, Maplewood in Oxford Mills. Noon to 3 pm, Rain or Shine, inside facility also available. Free of charge. Reservations encouraged, transportation available. Call 613-258-3203.

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BNI Networking Group Breakfast, Grenville Mutual Insurance Building, 380 Colonnade Drive, 7- 8:30 am. Call 613-918-0430 for more information.

Mixed Pickup 18+ Basketball is back! All skill levels welcome. Holy Cross School on Tuesday, 7-9 pm. $5 per night or $60 for the season.

Please call Jeff or Samantha at 613-258-1847 or samantha.rivetstevenson@rbc.com. Please remember there is no basketball on snow days !

Bridge- St. John’s United Church, 12:15 pm. Cost $4. "All levels of bridge players welcome. Come discover Duplicate Bridge. "Info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691.

The Branch Artisans Guild, North Grenville Community Church, 2659 Concession Street every 3rd Tuesday, 7 pm. New members welcomed!

The North Grenville Photography Club - Meeting first Wednesday of every month at the Auditorium at the Municipal Centre on Hwy 44. For more info see ngphotoclub.ca.

Bingo- First and third Wednesday of the month, Kemptville Legion.

Games start at 1 pm. All welcome. Refreshments available.

Klub 67 Euchre every second and fourth Wed. of the month beginning Sept 10, 1:15 pm, St. John's United Church downstairs. Everyone welcome, $5.00.

KCCB, NG High School band room,7-8:30 pm. Brass and Woodwind musicians of all levels welcome! Music covers a wide range of musicals, classics, jazz and modern pieces. For more information, email dennis843@gmail.com Bridge - St. John’s United Church, 6:45 pm. Cost $5, partner preferred but not necessary. For more info, contact Sandra at 613-258-2691.

North Grenville Toastmasters - Meeting 1st & 3rd Thurs. of the month, 7 pm at O’Farrell’s Financial Services, Cty Rd 44. Info, call 258-7665.

Friendship lunch, Leslie Hall, Clothier St. W. Sponsored by St. James, St. John, Kemptville Pentecostal Tabernacle, Salvation Army and Holy Cross churches. Serving begins at 11:30 am. No charge. Goodwill offering. All are welcome.

The Kerith Debt Freedom Centre. Confidential coaches will help you get out of debt and stay out of debt. Free, open on the 2nd and 4th Sat. of the month from 9:30-11:30 at the NG Community Church. Appointments can be made at kdfc.ca or by calling 613-258-4815 x103.

Kemptville Legion breakfast. Third Saturday of the month except for July and Aug. Breakfast served from 8-10 am. Adults $5.00, Children under 12- $3.00. All welcome.

Kemptville and Area Walking Group, Municipal Centre - Early birds: 8 am, others 8:30 am. Contact: Eva 258-4487.

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Community Yard Sale & BBQ Sat. May 30, 8 am-2pm, rain or shine. North Grenville Community Church 2659 Concession Rd., beside Kemptville District Hospital. More info http://www. ngccfm.ca/yard-sale.html

Help wanted Flooring installer in need of full time helper. Will train. Must have all your fingers. Call Ed 613.258.3537 Laborer needed, for construction company Drivers licence not required, Residents of Kemptville Only Call 613894-5210

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PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNERS TO DESTROY NOXIOUS WEEDS All property owners in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville are required under the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter W.5, Sections 3, 13, 16 and 23, to destroy any noxious weeds and weed seeds growing on their land by June 8, 2015 and throughout the season.

Noxious Weeds that pose a health and safety risk such as wild parsnip, ragweed and poison ivy require special and continuous attention. The complete list of noxious weeds is available from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) or can be found on the OMAFRA website www.omafra.gov.on.ca and search Noxious Weeds.

The Act applies only to designated noxious weeds and cannot be used to control property standards or appearances.

Dandelions, burdock, goldenrod, purple loosestrife and uncut grass are not considered noxious under the Weed Control Act. Anyone having information on specific locations of noxious weeds flourishing within Leeds and Grenville should contact the Weed Control Office at 613-342-3840 ext. 2413.

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Canadian Tire staff take on Kemptville Wildcats

Minor Hockey Association Summer Development Programs

by Stephanie Davies

Canadian Tire is preparing to show off their baseball skills with a Fundraiser for Jumpstart.

On Saturday, May 23, Canadian Tire Owner, Frank Hoffman, and his staff will take on members of the Kemptville Wildcats and other members of the community to support Jumpstart. All Funds raised from the game will go to helping children in the North Grenville area to play sports.

The Jumpstart program allows children to participate in activities including Dance, Hockey, Baseball, Football and Soccer that they could normally not afford to do. The Canadian Tire Cup game will be played at diamond one, Riverside Park. Game time will be 7:30 pm. Please come out and cheer on the players. Help support Jumpstart in North Grenville.

Pictured from left to right are Lyn O'Callaghan, game coordinator, Frank Hoffman, owner Canadian Tire Kemptville and Krystle Nicholas, Sports & Proshop Manager

KWBSC Player of the week - Brigitte Tym softball, there were a lot of familiar faces welcoming her as she knew many of the girls prior to joining softball through school, sports and other social activities.

Away from the diamond, Brigitte also plays hockey at the Bantam level for KDMHA Storm, and is also an avid swimmer with the Kemptville Blue Fins swimming team. This fall she will be entering North Grenville District High School where she will surely continue to excel in other sports. Whether it be at the rink or at the diamond, younger brothers Alex and Nolan are often seen supporting Brigitte while they are not busy playing themselves.

by Dan Piché This week’s player of the week is Brigitte Tym. In what was only her second softball game ever, her stellar play was a key contributing factor in the pee wee girls’ first win of the season, a 17-16 win over Gloucester.

On the defensive side, Brigitte pitched 3 complete innings while also making some key plays in the field.

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The Kemptville District Minor Hockey Association (KDMHA) has been actively involved in minor sports in North Grenville for forty years. In the last 10 years, KDMHA has grown at an explosive rate, allowing children to improve their hockey skills, but also play a key role in developing social skills and building self-confidence.

They have opened up opportunities for girls to enjoy their own hockey, with the Storm organization (ODWHA and OWHA) and multiple levels of play, from Novice to Midget, with the Panthers association at both the house and competitive levels. Both the Panthers and Storm organizations continue to grow and thrive within the region.

KDMHA encourages all kids at all ages to come out and try this great sport, if they never have. The executive is working hard to make this a great association to be a part of and we would like to have you give us a try. If you are a new player, you must be registered in person. There will be open registrations taking place in the main lobby of the Municipal Centre on Monday, May 25 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, as well as Saturday, May 30 from 10 am to 2 pm, in Rink 1 of the Municipal Centre, County Rd. 44, Kemptville. You will need to provide proof of birth date with a birth certificate, and payment can be made using online/telephone banking, or by cheque. Registration fees must be fully paid by August 1, 2015. Late registration fees will become applicable to returning players on June 30.

For the second year, the Storm association will be hosting ESSO fun days for girls who are new to hockey.

These sessions are to help girls who are new to the sport learn the basics of the game, develop some skills and make

friends, before committing to an entire season. The five 1-hour on ice sessions run in May and June. For details and to sign your new player up for these FREE sessions, please visit our website at www.kemptvillehockey.com or contact Storm Registrar Vanessa Grue at stormregistrar@kemptvillehockey.com New to KDMHA this year are shooting clinics run for both Panthers and Storm players, and the Introductory, intermediate and advanced levels. There is also an opportunity to take advantage of Next Generation Hockey Clinics in Shooting & Stick Handling, as well as Defensive Play. Dates, registration fees and contact information for these clinics are available on the website in News and Events.

Finally, Coach applications for Competitive coaches are due May 31 and House Team Coaching applications will be due by June 14. The KDMHA invites everyone to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) which will be held on May 19 at 7 pm in the cafeteria at St. Michael’s Catholic High School. This is a terrific chance to learn more about the KDMHA, voice your concerns, or even volunteer your time to the association, as all executive positions become available at this meeting and are voted in by the association parents in attendance.

KDMHA continues to be a vital part of North Grenville and looks forward to welcoming new families into their programs again this year for the 2015-2016 season.

Beach Volleyball at Kemptville Ribfest

by Jaclyn Durham This year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville will be hosting the 5th annual Kemptville Ribfest, located at the North Grenville Municipal Centre, during June 12 to June 14, 2015. All proceeds from the event go towards BBBSLG’s excellent mentoring programs provided to local children.

A great way to give back to the community, while having a ton of fun, is to register a team for the Beach Volleyball Tournament. Proceeds from the tournament go towards Big Brothers Big Sisters of Leeds and Grenville and St. Michael Catholic High School. The tournament takes place Saturday, June 13.

How to enter: Get together a team of six volleyball fiends. Each team must have at least two female players. Teams will be competing in Recreational and Competitive divisions. The tournament takes place at St. Michael Catholic High School on Saturday June 13 during Kemptville Ribfest from 8am to approximately 6pm.

The team registration fee is $250 (only about 40 dollars per player!).This fee must be paid in full before the tournament. Raise the money through pledges, sponsors, or pay out of pocket.

Registration deadline is Tuesday, June 9. Rain date will be the Sunday June 14.

To register your team, visit www.kemptvilleribfest.ca/ events/beach-volleyball-tournament-2/ and fill out the registration form.

Come out, have some fun, and support your local kids during Kemptville Ribfest!

Offensively, batting in the cleanup position she went 3 for 4 at the plate while driving in 4 runs! This is Brigitte’s first year playing softball and it is safe to say that if there was any hesitation about playing the game with girls who had played before, the nervous jitters are now completely gone as she looks forward to having fun with her teammates both on and off the field. Although this is Brigitte’s first year playing 22 20

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KWBSC – Ladies ball is back!

Crystal’s team, Spa Sans Souci, after their tie with Hurley’s

by Dan Piché The inaugural Ladies Recreational Fastpitch season opened last Monday night and saw ladies from ages 18-64 take the field together to play ball once again. In Merrickville, the “Conquer the Unhealthy You” team pulled off a 9-2 win over “Sugar Belle's Bake Shoppe”. In Kemptville,

the exciting game resulted in a tie between “Hurley’s” and “Spa Sans Souci”. All ladies had fun and there were many great plays over the course of the evening.

Player of the Week for the Ladies League is Crystal Lake, from the “Spa Sans Souci” team.

Having recently moved to the area, Crystal decided to join the women’s

softball league as a way to meet new people. Her co-worker, Anne Leach, convinced her to join in on the fun, and burn off some energy. She first started playing softball at a very young age in the village of Lyn, and grew to play competitive softball for many summers, travelling around Eastern Ontario. It has been over fifteen years, but she

seemed to pick up where she left off. In her early years of playing ball, her favourite positions to play were typically catcher and short-stop; however, she seems to be really enjoy pitching this year. When asked what she loved most about softball, she spoke about being part of the team, emphasizing the balance between the social and playing the sport itself. She remembered being on the sidelines cheering, constantly giving positive feedback to the pitcher and her teammates. When it comes to playing the sport, she loves running and stealing bases when opportunity arises. The game has been a big part of the summer months for Crystal growing up, and she is looking forward to having softball included in her summer again. Congratulations to Crystal for being Player of the Week, for pitching a great first game, making some great outs at first base and for the hit in the last inning that almost reached the fence!

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Kemptville Community Tennis Club Opening Day

by Steve Hibberd It's time to kick-off the 2015 tennis season. KCTC will be having their opening day/registration/ meet + greet on Saturday, May 30 from 9 am to 1 pm at the municipal tennis courts in Kemptville. Time for members to re-register, and time for anyone wanting to join or starting to play tennis to stop by and find out what we have to offer. Membership is only $20 for the whole summer, and $50 for a family. Kids tennis camps will be going on again this July and August, stop by for details and sign-up.

Borden Hum from Sporting life with be there on May 30 with racket demo's. Need a new racket? This is the time to try out all the latest equipment. There will also be two tennis clinics given by president /club instructor Jim Neubauer, from 9-9:45, and 10-10:45. These will be beginner/intermediate clinics for anyone starting out, or just needing to warm up their game for the season.

Everyone is welcome. Please stop by and bring your racket! If you would like more information on the club, please contact us at kctcgeneral@gmail.com You can also get more information and registration forms at kctcblog.blogspot.ca.

See you on the courts!

Brooke and Brittany Henderson to host first annual Pro-Am Golf Tournament at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club

L-R Brittany & Brooke Henderson

by Jim Dolan Since Brooke and Brittany Henderson of Smiths Falls played a practice round at the eQuinelle Golf Club in North Grenville last May, they have become household names for golfers and golf fans in our community. Since last May, Brooke Henderson went on to become the number one female amateur golfer in the world. Early in 2015 she turned professional and is now ranked 81 in the May 20, 2015

Rolex women’s world golf rankings. Just 17 years old, Brooke has made the cut in all four LPGA events she has played in this year and has earned over $161,000.

Her older sister Brittany is a member of the Women’s Symetra Tour and is currently ranked in the top 20 on that tour.

North Grenville golfers and golf fans will have the opportunity to see Brooke and Brittany in person along with some of the rising stars of women golf on the Cana-

dian Tour at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club on June 15, 16 and 17.

On June 15, Brooke and Brittany will be the hosts of the “Magenta Mortgage Pro-Am presented by Mike Fair Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd. in support of the Team Henderson 110% Club”. Brooke and Brittany are pleased that the money raised from the Pro-Am will go to help local causes close to their family: the Lanark County Support Services, where the girl’s mom Dar23 21

lene has worked for the past 35 years) and the DoefStrong Trust. Neil Doef is an 18-year old Smiths Falls native who is a very good friend of Brooke Henderson. Neil was a forward with the Smiths Falls Bears Junior A hockey club. Neil unfortunately suffered a devastating on-ice injury at the World Under 17 Hockey Championships in Kindersley, Saskatchewan in December that left him paralyzed below the waist.

David Dargie, Executive Director of the “Team Henderson 110% Club”, expects 31 teams to participate in the Pro-Am, with each team comprised of a women's professional golfer and 4 amateurs. The professionals will play and count their own ball for cash prizes; while the top three amateur teams will win merchandise prizes.

Following completion of the Pro-Am, 18 amateurs, the top three players closest to the hole on each of the five Par 3’s, plus three players drawn randomly, will have the opportunity to win $1 million in a hole-in-one contest to take place at the 18th hole.

On June 16 and 17, the Club will be hosting the second of three 2015 Canadian Women’s Tour Events.

The champion of each event will earn an exemption into the 2015 Canadian Pacific Women’s Open at the Vancouver Golf & Country Club in Coquitlam, British Columbia. Players have until Wednesday, May 27 to register for the Smiths Falls event. On June 16 and 17, players will tee off on holes number 1 and 10, from 8 am to 10 am. The awards ceremony will take place at 3 pm on June 17.

North Grenville golfers who want to improve their golf game are encouraged to make the short drive to

Smiths Falls to watch some of the best Canadian women’s golfers in action. It just might provide the cure for your slice or putting woes.

As parking is limited at the Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club, Frank Healey Transportation Ltd. will be running a free shuttle service throughout each day from the County Fair Mall – 275 Brockville Street in Smiths Falls. Admittance is free to all spectators at both the Pro-Am and the Canadian Women’s Tour Event.

For further information, please "LIKE" the Team Henderson Facebook page at: https://www.facebook. com/TeamHendersonGolf.

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Volunteer at Kemptville Live

by David Shanahan North Grenville’s music festival is only nine weeks away and tickets for the three-day event are now on sale. Kemptville Live will be held at the Kemptville College campus from July 24 to 26, and the final lineup has been published. Over the course of the weekend, on the O'Farrell Financial Stage, patrons will have the opportunity to enjoy The Road Hammers, The Good Brothers, Brea Lawrenson, Trevor Alguire, Tom Cochrane and Red Rider, Monkey Junk, Silver Creek, Steve Hill, Angel Forrest, Maria Hawkins, Rocket Rached and The Fat City 8, Lynn Miles with Keith Glass, Valdy and Murray

McLauchlan.

This is a really impressive line-up and organisers are working hard to make this 1st event a memorable one for all those who choose to join the experience The anticipated economic benefits for North Grenville are significant, and it is expected that the Festival will draw in music lovers from all across the region and beyond.

Festival founder, Bob Besharah, expressed his appreciation for acceptance and support he has received from the Municipal staff, Council and the local business community. The festival has been a vision for well over 10 years stemming from the “Crossroads Jam” oneday festivals Bob used to host at Class Axe guitars. He began hosting "backyard"

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festivals at his business after it was established in North Grenville in 1995. Within a short period of time, the one day local festivals grew too large to host on the property and the next logical step was to introduce a larger "destination" community festival.

Bob, festival operations director Karen Bedard and a host of strong community members have logged thousands of volunteer hours to date bring together the committee, the operation plan, the acts, the venue, the sponsors and all the many details needed to make Kemptville Live happen successfully. Now, they’re inviting additional volunteers to get involved for event weekend. In exchange for providing two volunteer 4-hour shifts at the festival,

they will receive a free meal for each shift, admission to Festival for the day they are volunteering, a volunteer t-shirt, Smart Serve training and accreditation and a great opportunity to network and enjoy a super Festival atmosphere.

The work required of event day volunteers includes as assisting in site prep and tear down, parking, traffic control, camping registration, bar ticket sales and serving staff and environmental control . Volunteers will also work with the public by assisting in ticketing, gate management and guest relations and attendance control.

Karen notes that volunteers need to be committed to giving their time to the Festival and the duties

they take on. “These tasks range in duration from a few hours during the event, to longer-term commitment in assisting in planning the event. Our committees lead positions have all been filled by volunteers genuinely committed to making this festival a success. Event weekend volunteers are expected to commit to a minimum of 8 hours of service to participate in the “benefits” provided to volunteer positions.”

The full line-up for the Kemptville Live Music Festival is: Friday, July 24 – Gates open at 3 pm Trevor Alguire, The Good Brothers, Brea Lawrenson and headliner, Tom Cochrane & Red Rider. The show ends at 11:00.

Saturday, July 25 – Gates open at Noon Rocket Rached & The Fat City 8, Silver Creek, Angel Forrest, Steve Hill, Monkey Junk, and headliners, The Road Hammers. The show ends at 11 [, Sunday, July 26 – Gates open at 11 am Maria Hawkins, Lynn Miles with Keith Glass, Murray McLauchlan, Valdy.

The show ends at 5:00.

Tickets are on sale online at www.kemptvillelivemusicfestival.com, or at Scotiabank Kemptville and prices are just $25 + HST on Friday and Saturday, and only $20 + HST on Sunday. Weekend passes are also available for $60 + HST. There are also special VIP weekend passes for sale at $100, and these include VIP Viewing area with restricted access, a Kemptville Live T-shirt, two beverage tickets, VIP Parking and a Broadhead Brewery Growler offer.

Camping and trailer facilities are being made available for those who want to stay over for the weekend, and information on that and associated costs is available on the Festival web site at www.kemptvillelivemusicfestival.com.

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