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Volume 187, Week 12

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PECI players cautionary Dukes turn in strong with classic Macbeth WINLESS efforts, Cobourg up 2-0 WICKED tale

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Municipality seeks to recoup operating losses

County to consult advisory group to shape tree policies

Marina and harbour fees set to rise

Stakeholder groups advocate for inventory, long-term strategy for care and management

CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

It looks like marina and harbour fees across Prince Edward County will be increasing over the next three years as the municipality seeks to mitigate operational losses. At last week's committee-ofthe-whole meeting, councillors supported a revised fee schedule for 2017 that will be effective April 1 if approved by council at their next meeting on March 28. The increasing rates include launch fees, seasonal and halfseason launch permits, pump outs, overnight and seasonal docking, annual fees for private and commercial use of docks and seasonal moorings. The recommended increases come in an effort to mitigate a revenue gap of about $148,450. Launch fees will increase from the current $6 to $10 by April 1. That will increase to $15 by Jan. 1, 2018 and to $20 by Jan. 1, 2019. Seasonal launch permits will go from the current $51.50, to $75 by April 1, $80 by 2018 and to $85 in 2019. Overnight docking with water and electricity connections in Picton and Wellington will rise from the current $1.51 per foot to $1.60 per foot April 1. That will rise to $1.70 in 2018 and to $1.80 in 2019.

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pality invests in its street tree population, annual benefits returned range from $1.37 to $4.48 per tree,” she said. “These benefits come from savings in storm water management, reductions in energy consumption, improvements in air quality and increased real property values.” Jenkinson said the municipality's official plan review, in many places, notes the importance of trees to the environment, including for climate change mitigation and for human health. She said it also recognizes the need to protect existing trees and increase tree cover, and trees are also given a significant role in the Wellington and Picton secondary plans.

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Del Duca meets Quaiff one-on-one Transportation minister spoke with mayor for about an hour CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

Ontario's transportation minister made a low-key stop in Prince Edward County last week. County Mayor Robert Quaiff met one-on-one with Minister of Transportation Steven Del Duca on Thursday morning. Quaiff shared a few details of the meeting with councillors following last week's committee-of-the-whole meeting. Quaiff said the meeting came at Del Duca's request and lasted about an hour. “What I can share with you is we had a very good conversation,” said Quaiff. The municipality has brought the issue of County Rd. 49 to the minister on several occasions, even presenting a video showing the road's condition to the minister. Quaiff said Del Duca acknowledged the County Rd. 49's condition during the visit “He did drive over the Skyway Bridge, he did drive over Hwy 49,” he said. “He said to me that my video did not tell any lies, that the photographs I took to him did not over-exaggerate the condition of the

VISIT Ontario transportation minister Steven Del Duca poses with a copy of The Settler’s Dream along with Mayor Robert Quaiff. Del Duca visited Prince Edward County for the first time last Thursday. (Submitted photo)

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Sandbanks ecologist recognized by her peers for preservation efforts Yvette Bree dedicates 30 years to showing park isn’t just the beach ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

A Sandbanks Provincial Park ecologist has been honoured by her peers for her efforts to ensure the park's ecological integrity remains in the face of heavy beach traffic. Yvette Bree, the park's natural heritage educator for the past 30 years, was presented the Ontario Parks Ecological Integrity Award at a ceremony in Peterborough in late February. She said it is essential to understand the park is much more than simply the Outlet Beach. "There's nothing wrong with just coming to the beach, but there's so much more you'll miss if that's all you do," she said. "The park has some unusual flora and fauna to discover. The West Lake dunes are the larger of their kind in the world and we also protect a globally significant wetland. And the park in the off-season has a different "feel" to it when it's less busy." Over the past three decades, Bree has led interpretive and educational programs to teach people of all ages about those natural features of Sandbanks. From an early age, she felt a calling to promote the preserva-

PRAISE FROM PEERS Sandbanks Provincial Park natural heritage educator Yvette Bree receives the Ontario Parks Ecological Integrity Award at a ceremony in Peterborough as, from left, Ontario Parks board member Richard Raper,provincial learning program co-ordinator Brad Steinberg and Ontario Parks director Bruce Bateman (Evan Holt/Ontario Parks)

tion and stewardship of natural settings. "My parents were quite environmentally aware and passed that on to us as we grew up. I've always loved the outdoors, and thought it necessary to protect it," she said. "Educating people about the importance of that and creating a sense of stewardship in the parks just seemed like a good thing to do." While arranging programming and operating the park's visitor centre are the official duties in Bree's job, she said she feels resource management has always fit in with park staff's

duties because it is important. Protecting the dunes is one way to maintain integrity. Bree explained that trails to the beach have caused erosion and without that rare build-up of sand, the rest of the beach would blow away. "Trails are obviously necessary to access the beach, but over the years many more have developed than should have," Bree said. "Our main focus has been on the Outlet Beach side of the park. Fencing and signage delineate the trails we want people to use to access the beach; others that we're trying

to use have been fenced or had brush piled on them." Bree has urged staff to plant Marram grass in some of the eroded trails. The grass is grown in the park and used to hold the sand in place. The implementation of the grass, along with the closed trails, and interpretive signage to teach visitors about the value of the dunes appears to be working. "The dunes directly behind the beach (foredunes) are far more vegetated now than they were 20 years ago, which means less erosion," she said. "We do still have people climbing fences occasionally though." Reforestation has also been an ongoing priority at Sanbanks. Bree said over the past 10 years, more than 100,000 trees were planted, many in partnership with Trees Ontario and the Friends of Sandbanks. The new vegetation — including two plantations of endangered butternut — have taken place in the middle of the park. Bree indicated the idea is to convert land that was farmed historically back into forests. A third way Bree and her colleagues at the park have been preserving a balanced ecosystem is battling the spread of invasive species. She reported a great amount of staff time — particularly with students in the summer — is spent removing varieties like garlic mustard, dog-strangling vine, or Euro-

pean buckthorn. Purple loosestrife was once a going concern, but the introduction of weevils has countered it. Removing those species has a positive impact for wildlife, Bree said. "Each species has certain individual characteristics, but

they all basically out-compete native species, with the potential to destroy natural area and create monocultures — which do not provide necessary habitat for wildlife," Bree said.

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COMMENTARY

Partisan politics, lack of decorum defeat purpose of question period

REACTIONS to news that Prince Edward-Hastings MPP Todd Smith was ejected from the legislature Tuesday morning probably varied by political alignment and degree of frustration with the current state of electricity prices and governance in Ontario. Those who believe the current government is badly mismanaging the file likely cheered Smith for his fight. Those who think the problem is a historic one likely jeered his lack of decorum. While neither extreme is completely accurate, Smith’s predicament that day was yet another demonstration why the partisan tone of politics has rendered question period and the proceedings at Queen’s Park out of date and out of line with the expectations the public should have for its elected officials earning paycheques from the public purse. However deserving of answers the line of questioning is from the official opposition —and we’d surely like to hear the answers about advertising covering a legislative change to hydro rates that has yet to occur and a plan from the existing government to address high rates on public institutions — most are framed in a partisan nature and answered in kind. Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown’s line of questioning Tuesday included questions about the “Liberal hydro scheme”, not Ontario’s hydro scheme. Attorney general Yasir Naqvi answered by chiding Brown about the past actions Conservatives practiced under Stephen Harper and Mike Harris. Premier Kathleen Wynne and energy minister Glenn Thibeault both chose to discuss how the

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opposition has no plan, rather than answering. Not surprisingly, the rank-andfile on both sides engaged in cross-talk and several MPPs of all stripes, including Smith, were warned about their actions. In the end, other than some predictable sound bites, one has to wonder what was accomplished that couldn’t have been done outside the legislature. Perhaps one of the biggest indictments of this practice came earlier that morning when Speaker Dave Levac denied Smith’s point of privilege about an unsatisfactory written response he’d received to a written question of a minister. He related the situation to the oral question period and stated “A member may ask questions, but a minister is not obliged to make a response that is entirely and always satisfactory to a member.” While one wouldn’t expect politicians to always agree on the facts provided, one would expect the question period be used to share information to better govern — not to showboat and debate. Right now, that’s clearly not always the case. There’s ample time to debate on legislation actually on the floor and to comment on political practices elsewhere in the around-the-clock media cycle. While partisan politics may be a necessary evil, ratepayers should expect more decorum and co-operation from representatives with competing ideologies. If question period in its present form doesn’t foster that, it should be scrapped. Until then, members should remember they can score points directly on policy issues without the partisan campaigning and finger pointing.

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HORDES FOR HAM The Cherry Valley Women’s Institute welcomed 93 paid guests for its annual ham supper March 31 at the Athol Town Hall. Women’s Institute members prepared hearty portions of ham, sides, and pies for dessert. The Athol recreation committee helped organize the event. Funds raised from the supper support community needs and projects. That night, Elaine Marshall won a gift basket valued at over $250 and Maureen Finnegan won a $25 Rexall gift certificate.Also, the Women’s Institute presented a cheque for $150 to the recreation committee.The money will be used to help restore the ledger of Alva Stephens, a United Empire Loyalist who is said to have named Cherry Valley in the early 1800s. (Wilma de Wolde/For The Gazette)

Stories From Our Past 1937

n The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment was not invited to send representation to the Coronation of King George VI in May. While the regiment recommended officers to join the Canadian military’s 273person delegation, none were accepted. n Dentists visited every school in the area as part of a dental health campaign in Picton. It was noted that more than 90 per cent of local students required dental attention. Letters were sent to parents and copied to the school and the local health department. Several public education events were staged. n The Picton Collegiate girls basketball team lost in the central Ontario semifinals to Stamford, from Niagara Falls,, 32-27.

1957

n Three County roads employees went before council to ask for a hike in pay to reach parity with the Picton crews. Ultimately, the men were give 15 cents more per hour and the County agreed to cover half their Blue Cross benefits. n County councillors supported a recommendation that would see all residents print their names on their mailboxes. Councillors felt the move would greatly improve mail delivery in the area. n The Wellington Dukes dropped the first game of the OHA Junior D semifinal to Alliston 8-3. The Alliston team was described as a rugged squad that easily capitalized on Wellington’s errors. The Dukes also appeared to tire late in the road game.

1977

n A group of Picton merchants concerned about the scarcity of parking in the town’s downtown area sought to establish a liaison with town council to discuss the issue. The group wanted to restrict business owners and staff parking on Main Street. n Lake Ontario Cement purchased a plant in Essexville, Michigan for $7 million. The purchase would give the company a foothold to expand the market for the clinker produced at its Picton plant. n Separate school trustee Robert Stuart felt the Prince Edward County Board of Education should meet with Picton council to devise a plan to better enforce municipal sidewalk clearing bylaws.

1997

n A fire at 32 Mary Street proved tragic as 13-year-old Thomas Duval died as firefighters were not able to get through the intense heat and smoke to pull him from the blaze. the fire. Two adults and three children escaped the overnight blaze. One firefighter was taken to hospital and treated for smoke inhalation. n County solicitor Chris Williams met with planning committee members for 25 minutes regarding proposed zoning amendments for Ridge Road Aggregates. Chair Dick Evans said Williams was preparing a report to present to council. n More than 50 naturalists attended a meeting in Picton about the formation of a local field naturalists’ club in the county.

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Wellington library branch bustling with activity

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Are you new to the area? The County Newcomers group has expanded to Wellington on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Meet new friends and learn information about the county in a comfortable setting. The group hosts a range of activities from group chats to guest speakers from local organizations. The weekly meetings are a great opportunity to connect with other newbies and learn more about this beautiful area that you now call home. If not already, be sure to sign up for your County Library card and learn about all the materials, activities and programs you can access online and in person at our six branches. We also host a weekly event for some of the youngest folks in the county every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m., Toddler Time features activities, songs and stories, it’s become a very popular way for grandparents, parents and caregivers to introduce young children to all that’s available in the library. Meanwhile, every other Wednesday at 10 a.m, the ukulele

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group meets to make music. The group welcomes all new players – whether you’re experienced or learning, why not enjoy playing or just listen in? Bring your own uke or borrow one from our lending library in the Milford branch.

NEW GROUPS IN WELLINGTON

New members are always welcome to join the bridge group that plays in Wellington on even-numbered Mondays at 7 p.m.. We also added Mahjong to the mix every Tuesday at 1 p.m. p.m. and local knitters gather Tuesdays at 2 p.m.

FILM SCREENINGS

On the first Wednesday of every month, we host a movie night at 7 p.m. On Wednesday, April 5 everyone is invited to come out and watch "Loving". This recent movie shares the story of an inter-

racial couple who were arrested for marrying in Virginia. Richard and Mildred Loving challenged their anti-miscegenation arrest and fought a legal battle that ended up being heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. Looking ahead, Wednesday, April 19 is National Canadian Film Day 150 and we’ll celebrate with a 2 p.m. showing of Festival Express at the Wellington branch. This fascinating documentary covers a train tour across Canada that was taken in 1970 by some of North America's most popular rock groups. “Festival Express” bands who were part of this historic tour include The Band, Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, Buddy Guy Blues Band, The Flying Burrito Brothers, Delaney & Bonnie & Friends, Ian & Sylvia and even Sha Na Na!

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On Tuesday, April 4 at 4 p.m. the afterschool Maker Club will start back up with a new theme: "Vlogging". If you’re looking to share your story with the world, it's a great opportunity to learn more about the latest and greatest social media platforms. And don’t forget there’s a 3D printer in the Wellington branch if you’d like to create something. Contact techhelp@peclibrary.org to book your appointment. Have your own group? The Wellington branch meeting room is available during or outside of library hours. The room is free to rent for non-profits and available for a small charge to other groups. Book a room in advance by contacting Tracy at the branch or calling her at (613) 399-2023.

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Do you have a spring in your step? While it may still be cold outside, we’ve got many new and exciting programs at the Wellington branch of the library. For instance, why not drop in, enjoy a cup of coffee and use our free Wi-Fi? If you’d like to catch up on local, national and/or international news, we have a great selection of newspapers and magazines as well as a very cozy fireplace. Don’t forget that every day the Wellington branch is open, you’re welcome to enjoy coffee and conversation with your county neighbours.

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There are several crosswalks on Picton’s Main Street and most are fitted with flashing yellow lights. These lights only work when the pedestrian who wants to cross presses the button. On a recent trip through town I stopped at two crosswalks for people but the lights were not flashing. Perhaps people are unaware that there have been many accidents and incidents on Picton’s crosswalks and that’s why there are flashing lights. Be sure that you press the button to activate the lights, and then wait until all traffic has stopped before proceeding. Last year new rules were enacted for pedestrian crossovers and school crossings. Drivers (including cyclists) must stop and yield the whole roadway at pedestrian crossovers and at school crossings where there is a crossing guard displaying a school crossing stop sign. These rules apply at pedestrian crossovers identified with specific signs, road markings and lights – these new rules do not apply to pedestrian crosswalks at intersections with stop signs or traffic signals, unless a school crossing guard is present. Be sure that you use Picton’s pedestrian-activated, flashing amber lights each time you cross because these lights warn drivers that a crosswalk is in use. When a

Fines are doubled in Community Safety Zones, near schools and public areas. These areas are clearly marked with signs.

VIRTUAL BOWLING

INFO FOR SENIORS

Debbie MacDonald Moynes

crosswalk light is flashing, drivers must come to an immediate full stop in the lane closest to the pedestrian. The amber warning lights are visible to more drivers because they are above the street and the lights are supposed to reduce collision accidents. The Ontario Ministry of Transportation website states that it is up to both drivers and pedestrians to keep everyone safe on Ontario roads. Drivers can be fined$150 to $500 and three demerit points for offences at pedestrian crossings, school crossings and at crosswalks where there are traffic signals. The maximum fine for running a red light - a practice that puts pedestrians at risk - is $200 to $1,000.

Community Care has a bowling league. Seniors can enter a team of four or sign up as an individual and be assigned to a team. Wii bowling is not physically demanding. Teams are being formed now. No experience is necessary. You just need to enjoy having fun and meeting new people. Call Community Care today at 613476-7493 and sign up to play in the next league which will launch March 28.

DRIVING REFRESHER

A 55-Alive safe driving course is offered at the Community Care office in Picton. This classroom course is on Monday, April 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Canada Safety Council developed this mature driver retraining program which is designed specifically to help older drivers improve their driving skills. The cost is $30 per person, which includes a light lunch, workbook and refreshments. Call 613-476-7493 to register or for more information. Space is limited so call today.

Staff report advises against assumption of road

County could assume Wellers Lane if residents fund turnaround CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The municipality could be assuming Wellers Lane after repeated requests from residents concerned with a lack of winter maintenance. Committee-of-the-whole supported a motion to assume Wellers Lane as is at last week's meeting. The motion would require upgrades to the turnaround constructed at the end of the road on lands owned by the municipality at the cost of the landowners to a gravel road standard. A road assumption bylaw would have to be a adopted by council opening and assuming the road into the County's highway system and reserving a one-foot reserve. A Class 6 designation under the County's minimum maintenance standards policy and a Level 3 designation under the municipality's winter control standards would be applied to the lane. Local speed and traffic signage would be posted and the name would be changed to Wellers Court to conform with municipal emergency numbering protocols. Resident Angie Rusaw addressed the committee on behalf of the lane's five year-round residents. She said the residents brought up the issue again following council's adoption of a policy last year that saw the assumption of Gun Club Road for winter maintenance. “We are asking to have the new policy be applied to Wellers Lane,” she said. “The five yearround residents have agreed to share the cost to build the turnaround at the end of Wellers Lane.” She also presented the committee with a quote for the construction of the turnaround, which pegs the cost at approximately $11,700 plus HST. Rusaw asked the municipality not to spend any money upgrading the road itself, saying the expense was unnecessary. Compared to other gravel roads maintained by the municipality, the lane is in good shape, she said. However, the residents do want the municipality to take over snow removal on the lane. “We pay over $23,000 per year in taxes collectively, and do not receive basic services such as snow removal or garbage pick-up, even though we all have emergency numbers assigned to our residences,” she said. She said her main concern is safety. Engineering, development and works commissioner Robert McAuley told councillors last week that staff still don't recommend the road be adopted as is. “You're stepping outside your policy, so the risk of precedent is still before you,” he said. McAuley acknowledged the landowners along the lane have indicated they will undertake the upgrades to the turnaround. He said in staff's opinion they are fulfilling

WELLERS COURT? Last week councillors supported a move to assume Wellers Lane after requests from residents. (Google Image)

an obligation the municipality has consistently said is theirs. However, he said the county has put in place a policy which says the unassumed roads must be upgraded to a hard surface before they are assumed. He said if council approves the assumption, at least a pair of other properties could make the same case. “So you are lowering that bar and saying you'll take it as a gravel road and we now have a policy that allows us to do that,” he said. “There are at least two other subdivisions that come to mind that fall into this category, the same principles could be established here and there.” Councillor Janice Maynard supported the motion. She said if the motion does set a precedent, it's only for a minuscule number of properties. “This is really not similar to the hundreds of private laneways in the county, this is indeed a County-owned property and there's only very few examples,” she said. “This is a very small group of properties where we would be setting a precedent.” It isn't the first time Wellers Lane has been debated around the Shire Hall horseshoe. In September 2015 committee of the whole supported a motion to assume the lane as it was. The motion would have seen the 350-metre gravel lane assumed as long as it was upgraded at the cost of the landowners. However, the motion was defeated at a subsequent meeting of council. The lane has a complicated history and is regarded by local councillors as an oddity. The municipality owns the land on which the lane sits, but has never officially assumed it. The lane was originally part of an Ameliasburgh Township subdivision constructed in 1976. That subdivision was never completed, however, the subdivision agreement is binding and the municipality's road assumption policies say the road must be upgraded before it is assumed. It has been treated as a private lane since 1991.

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The Picton Gazette

Councillors to consider discontinuing tax rebate for vacant properties Some representatives feel program provides disincentive for commercial, industrial landlords to fill buildings; municipality to survey owners about proposal CHAD IBBOTSON STAFF WRITER

The municipality could be investigating the discontinuation of a rebate policy for vacant commercial and industrial properties. At last week's committee-ofthe-whole meeting councillors supported a motion requesting staff to send out notification to all commercial and industrial property owners — approximately 700 — to solicit feedback on the proposed discontinuation of the rebate program for the 2017 taxation year. The motion would also see staff report back to council with the comments received. Staff estimate the cost of mailing notifi-

cations at about $1,000. The motion will go before council for approval on March 28. Councillor Jamie Forrester questioned the need for the program during the committee meeting. “Why do we think we need a program of this nature in Prince Edward County?” he said. “I know there's very little property up for sale now.” Forrester said there are a lot of investors buying land in Prince Edward County. He said when council recently discussed a reduction to the farm tax ratio, there was concern that large companies could see most of the benefit. He suggested this situation could be similar. Mean-

POLICY CHANGE? A building sits vacant on Picton’s Main Street.Councillors voted last week in favour of a motion to investigate the discontinuation of a tax rebate program for vacant properties. (Chad Ibbotson/Gazette staff)

while, he said the municipality's many seasonal businesses are

Picton Legion Branch 78

CORRECTION TO LAST WEEK’S AD

March General Meeting HONOURS & AWARDS Monday, March 27th at 7:00pm will be held in the Elk’s Upper Hall

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not eligible for the program. “How do we justify giving

business owners 30-per-cent tax breaks for not using their buildings when we have a lack of buildings for sale in Prince Edward County,” he said. Councillor Lenny Epstein said he agreed with Forrester. “This policy — at least on the face of it, before we do some more investigation — seems like it's a disincentive for filling commercial and industrial space,” he said. He said the policy could be a deterrent for pop-up shops and exhibitions. He supported investigating discontinuation of the program. Councillor Barry Turpin said he didn't believe the program offered any incentive for busi-

nesses to leave vacant space vacant. “It's good to get the information from the report, but I think the majority of businesses that have this would rather have the monthly income than get a little bit of a rebate on their taxes,” he said. A report on the program presented to councillors last Thursday says in 2001 the province passed legislation mandating municipalities to provide tax rebates to owners of property who have vacancies in commercial and industrial buildings. Administered by the County, the current application-based program stipulates that the buildings must be vacant for at least 90 consecutive days. The current rebate is 30 per cent for vacant commercial space and 35 per cent for vacant industrial space. Any spaces used on a seasonal basis are not eligible for the program. The report says beginning this year, the province has altered the rules around the program, giving municipalities more flexibility to tailor the program to local needs and circumstances. The report says the County receives an average of 20 rebate applications each year. The program costs an average of $21,453 per year of which the municipal share is $10,000.

Call for Board Members Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation is seeking volunteers to help us fulfill our mission to raise money for equipment and capital development for our County Hospital. We need candidates with demonstrated ability in capital fundraising and networking, and a track record of community service. Pending Ministry of Health approval, we are preparing to launch a capital campaign to redevelop our Hospital. We are looking to expand our team with people of diverse ages and backgrounds from all geographic areas within PEC. Further information call: Monica Alyea at (613) 476-8045 or Penny Rolinski at (613) 476-1008 x 4503

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Application forms are available at www.pecmhf.ca/about/documents and at the Foundation office in the Hospital (403 Main St, Picton, ON) Applications are due by 4PM, Friday, March 31st.

Thank you for your interest and your support of our County Hospital!

MARCH 23, 2017 7

The Picton Gazette

Eight-ton excavator purchase supported

A replacement piece of equipment could soon be on its way to the county. Committee of the whole supported a tender award last week for a new eight-ton mini excavator with a hydraulic thumb attachment. The tender was awarded to Anderson Equipment Sales of Picton in the amount of $107,850 plus applicable taxes. The municipality received six bids for the tender, which will go before council for approval on March 28. The new equipment is expected to assist county staff in completing ditching, sloping, grading, back filling, land clearing, and clean-up operations. The equipment is meant to replace the municipality's current wheeled excavator which is 15 years old and requires extensive repairs. The price is within the 2017 budgeted amount of $135,000.

Happy 6th Birthday

Happy 7th Birthday

Weston Kingsley March 22

Leah Kingsley March 23

The Community Calendar is donated as a public service to our community by The Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main St., West, Picton (613-476-2450) SPACE IS AVAILABLE TO all non-profit groups or organizations that serve 'The County' ONLY. Calendar items can be faxed 476-3031, email communitycalendar@whattamfuneralhome.com or placed in drop box at the side door of the Funeral Home by Saturday at noon.

E-MAIL, staff@whattamfuneralhome.com & for community calendar, communitycalendar@whattamfuneralhome.com

Love, Nanny & Poppy Kingsley

4 GENERATIONS…

Travis Minnie, his son Everett, Travis’s mom Gail and grandmother Barbara.

Megan Minnie, her son Kingsley Megan’s mom Gail and grandmother Barbara.

-Chad Ibbotson, Staff

Happy

Love, Nanny & Poppy Kingsley

Happy Birthday

Old Girl!

50th

Wedding Anniversary to

Bill and Sally Cowan

50 YEARS Larry and Joan Bradley Please join us as we celebrate our parents Love from Ben, Emily, Kristen, Max, Maeve and Kate

WHATTAM’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR

50th Wedding Anniversary Drop in Saturday March 25th 2017 988 Hwy 49 11-2

WHATTAM’S is proud to present…”Family Movie Day” at the Regent Theatre the last Sunday of each month at 2pm. MARCH 26th movie “SING”. PICTON UNITED CHURCH COUNTY FOOD BANK: Food items that are needed are peanut butter & jam, cheese whiz, canned stew/chili, canned fruit, hot cereal, rice. All donations are gratefully accepted. Please drop off donations at the Food Bank, 12 Chapel St Picton on Friday mornings 911:30. Or at the Picton United Church office Tues-Fri 9-11:30. Contact Ron 813-1970. LOYALIST HUMANE SOCIETY: Always in need of food, litter, cleaning supplies, paper products as well as kitten food canned & dry. ROTARY CASH CALENDAR WINNERS: February 17th Janet Ninaker, 20th Sandra Edwards, 21st Bev Baldock, 22nd Sean Mitchel, 23rd Charles Kingsley, 24th Connie Wight, 27th Bill Kipnew, 28th Denise Reynolds. COMMUNITY CARE’S THRIFT SHOP: Donations accepted. Drop off your good used items at the front or side door. Clothing, shoes, household items, linens, furniture, sports equipment, toys etc. Call 476-1555 for pick up. Shop Hours Monday 1-4pm. Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm. 153 Main St. Picton. More volunteers always welcome too! 100% of proceeds stay in The County to help seniors live at home. www.communitycareforseniors.org. WELLINGTON ST. ANDREW’S ANGLICAN CHURCH BASEMENT “THE WHAT NOT SHOP”: is having a bag sale until March 30th. Garbage Bag size $5. Grocery Bag size $3. CELEBRATING OUR 10th ANNIVERSASRY SALE AT THE VICTORY: Until March 26th at 205 Main St. Picton. 50% off the price of all our used books, yachting, seafaring, navy, aeronautical & military history, County, Arctic & much more. Over 10,000 titles to choose from. Naval Marine Archive is open daily 10am-6pm. Info 476-1177. SENIORS COFFEE CLUB: Monday-Friday 8am-11am at the H.O.P.E. Centre King St. Downstairs. Coffee & snacks $1. Come join us for a visit & a chat. All welcome. ARTS ON MAIN GALLERY: Presents “March into May” its newest exhibition of unique artworks by 25 County artists, on display until May 8. 223 Main St. Picton. Info 476-5665 or www.artsonmaingallery.ca. MULTIPLE MYELOMA SUPPORT GROUP: A support group for multiple myeloma patients & their caregivers will be starting up in Picton in March. If you are interested in learning more or joining the group please contact Iris Phillips 476-0027. PICKLEBALL & BADMINTON: Pickleball every Thursday night & Badminton every Tuesday night 6:30-9pm at Prince Edward Collegiate Institute, in Gym B at 41 Barker St Picton. Picton Recreation Committee provides the paddles/raquets & the balls/birdies. 2.5 hours of play for $3. ($15/term) there are two terms for the whole year. Play runs till the end of April. Ages 15 & up welcome. This is a co-ed event. Come out & meet lots of people & get great exercise. Info 393-5908. CHERRY VALLEY YOGA & MORE: Every Thursday evening. Drop in class $5. Mats provided or BYO 5:306:45pm. Stillness sessions ($5) Tuesdays 7-8:30pm at Athol Town Hall, 1685 Cty Rd 10, Cherry Valley. Presented by Athol Recreation Committee. www.atholreccentre.com. YOGA CLASSES WELLINGTON TOWN HALL: Tuesdays 1-2:15pm. Drop in cost $10. Generously supported by the Wellington Rec Committee. Please bring a mat if possible. Contact 393-3798. PICTON CHESS CLUB: Meets every Tuesday 1-4pm at the Picton Library. Beginners welcome. ELKS LODGE PICTON #326: Bingo Tuesdays 6:15pm. RC LEGION BR 78 PICTON: Darts Wednesday nights at the Elks Lodge Hall in Picton beginning at 7pm, downstairs. Everyone welcome. AA: Meets every Wednesday 8pm Picton Hospital Boardroom. AL-ANON MEETINGS: (adults) Meets 8pm every Tuesday at Gilead Fellowship Church Picton. For persons affected by someone’s drinking. Info 1-866-951-3711. TOPS #4918: Take off Pounds Sensibly meets every Wednesday at the Anglican Church Hall in Picton. Weigh in 6:00-6:45pm & meeting starts at 6:45pm. Info Sheila 4762786.

MARCH 23: OPERA 101 – Get ready for Mozart’s “Idomeneo”! The County’s own Diva, Celine Papizewska, will be telling us what to listen for, at 4pm in Bloomfield United Church. Admission is free & everyone’s welcome. MARCH 23: BINGO IN THE COUNTY –Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty Wight at 399-3105 for further info. Proceeds to local organizations. MARCH 26: ANNUAL PING PONG TOURNAMENT – Athol Town Hall Cherry Valley noon – 5pm. Light lunch provided. $5 donation at the door. Presented by Athol Recreation Committee. Pre-register please! Donna 476-9701 or dkaye@familyspace.ca. MARCH 27: SNUGGLES STITCH A THON – Picton Library downstairs 1 – 3:30pm. Last Monday of every month. Knitting or crocheting 6”x6” squares to be made into blankets for children in South Africa. Light refreshments. Yarn donations needed, just not 100% wool yarn or baby yarn. Donations are much appreciated. Thank you! MARCH 27: PE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY (PICTON FAIR) – Will hold their regular “General Meeting” at 7:30pm at the Picton Town Hall above the “old” Picton Fire Hall (Ross & King St.). Directors please bring your 2017 Fair Book Changes. MARCH 28: WEEKLY TUESDAY DROP IN KNIT & CHAT – Milford Br Library 10am-12 noon. MARCH 28: THE HONEY BEE – Without bees we wouldn’t have most of the food we now take for granted. Hear Gavin North of Honey Pie Hives & Herbals explain the secrets of the honey bee. 7pm at the Bloomfield Town Hall. Admission is free & everyone’s welcome. MARCH 28: AL-ANON - Meets 8 pm at Gilead Fellowship Church, for persons affected by someone’s drinking. (1-866951-3711). MARCH 29: ALTERNATIVES FOR WOMEN – Drop-in information spot for Alternatives for Women services. Each Wednesday 11am to noon, Wellington Library front side entrance. MARCH 29: LOAVES & FISHES LUNCH – Noon at the Salvation Army. Come & join us for good food & fellowship. No charge for this meal. MARCH 29: TRAVELOGUE WITH JOHN SMITH – Travel writer John Smith is doing a presentation on his Viking River Cruise to Vietnam & Cambodia at 7pm at Rednersville/Albury Community Church 2681 Rednersville Rd (PE Cty Rd 3) 962-7320.There will be refreshments & a free will offering. MARCH 30: BINGO IN THE COUNTY –Hosted by the Wellington & District Lions Club. 6:45pm start, doors open at 6pm in the Highline Hall, Wellington Community Centre. Join us for this weekly event for some fun, friendship & an entertaining evening. Call Betty Wight at 399-3105 for further info. Proceeds to local organizations. MARCH 31: ROAST BEEF DINNER & SILENT AUCTION – In support of the Community SPLASH PAD. This event is served & sponsored by the PICTON UNITED CHURCH. Serving from 5-7:30pm. Tickets at the door. $15/adult, children 6-12 by donation & children 5 & under free. All are welcome to join us in support of this community fund raising event. Looking forward to having you join us! APRIL 1: PEC OPP AUXILIARY “CRAM THE CRUISER” – Wellington Foodbank Fundraiser 10am – 2pm at Piersons Parking Lot. Please bring a non-perishable food item to help out your local Foodbank! Foodland will also be selling $5 grocery bags full of items that you can donate. APRIL 2: GRANDPA’S GOODTIME GANG FUNDRAISER 2 PM – For Picton United Church Community Programs. Toe-tapping music with intermission & home baked goodies. 12 Chapel St. Picton. Adults $15. Children $10 & under 5 yrs free. Additional info 476-6050. APRIL 3: 55 ALIVE MATURE DRIVING CLASSROOM REFRESHER COURSE – Offered at the PE Community Care office in Picton from 9:30am – 3:30pm. Cost is $30/person, which includes as light lunch, workbook & refreshments. Call 476-7493 to register or for more information. Space is limited. APRIL 6: BURR’S CEMETERY – Annual plot holder’s meeting 8pm at the home of Bill & Sharon Hopkins, 386 Burr Rd. APRIL 13: BAKE FOR HOSPICE – The PE Family Health Team, Harbourview Clinic location at 1-35 Bridge St, will be the host of this annual fundraising event from 9 am until they’re gone! Lots of pies & baked goods for sale. Cash only. All proceeds to Hospice Prince Edward.

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The Picton Gazette

Further reforestation, erosion prevention, invasive species in Bree’s plans AWARD, from page 3

PREVENTING EROSION Yvette Bree has championed the planting of Marram grass, at right, as one method to prevent erosion of the dunes that protect the Outlet Beach. (John A.Brebner/Friends of Sandbanks)

"The hope is to continue removal until other controls can take over (as happened with purple loosestrife. It's not practical to think we can ever ride ourselves of these plants." Looking forward, Bree says there are plans for more tree planting, trails maintenance, and erosion control. "We have our hands busy with what we do," she said. While Bree was honoured by peers for her leadership, she's

kick to point out that many hands have contributed to the successful work taking place at the park — several of those workers being students working their first summer jobs. She said two of those younger workers stand out for their dedication and determination and both are local. Victoria Peever and Brittany Williams have both gone above and beyond. In many ways, like a successful ecosystem, many players have helped. "There are also many other park staff who contribute to the

projects we do — maintenance staff are capable, where we are not, of a lot of the labour-intensive aspects. Park wardens are instrumental in keeping visitors off fragile areas. Park superintendents — past and present — have accommodated and approved various projects, " Bree said. "Other Ontario Provincial Park staff like zone ecologists and planners enable and advise on a lot of work we do. The Friends of Sandbanks have contributed financially to many projects over the years. We also

work with volunteers…" Bree said she was pleased to accept her award, given that her nomination came from her peers and because it is another avenue to promote her passion for preserving and sharing nature through the park. "I am extremely pleased this award is available, as it acknowledges the value of ecological integrity to Ontario Parks, something that I like to promote the importance of to others," she said. "I'm also very happy to share it with everyone who has helped over the years."

Church Services this week

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

PICTON GOSPEL HALL

Sunday Services 10:30am

Parish of Marysburgh Rev. Canon David Smith Archdeacon Bob Hales (Honorary Associate) 613-929-2757

3 McFarland Drive

with

Sunday

Pastor Larry Snider

St. John’s

3207 County Road 8, Waupoos

Breaking of Bread 9:30am Sunday School/ Adult Bible Class 11:15am Gospel 7:00pm

Sunday Worship 9:00am

Thursday

St. Philip’s

Gilead Fellowship

44 St. Philips St., Milford

Sunday Worship 11:00am

2 Downes Ave. Picton 613-476-2622

Children’s Church at St. Philip’s www.parishofmarysburgh.ca

Three clergy walked into a pub: A true story. Developing creativity workshop with Tom Dietzel, Holly Graham & Tom Harris, 12:30-1:30

Minister: Lynne Donovan 31 King St., Picton 613.476.6024 www.standrewspicton.com

ST. GREGORY

THE GREAT ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH

7 Church St., Picton, Ont. K0K 2T0 613-476-6276 Fax: 613-476-7293 stgregory@sympatico.ca www.stgregoryparish.ca

Saturday Mass 5pm Sunday Mass 10am

Sunday at 10:30

Ven. Charles Morris

Why not join us in celebrating the joy and wonder of life? We’re looking forward to seeing you here.

Sunday 9:00am, 10:30am Tuesday 3:00pm Silent Prayer Wednesday 10:00am Right around the corner in your neighbourhood. 335 Main St., Picton

(across from Shire Hall) stmmpicton.ca

All are Welcome - No Collection 613-476-3026

COUNTY UNITED CHURCHES

BLOOMFIELD UNITED CHURCH “Where Faith is Fun” 272 Main St., Bloomfield Minister: Maureen Ellison

Fourth Sunday in Lent Worship Service 10:30am

Guest Preacher: Lynn Liddell bloomfielduc@gmail.com

613-393-2160

PICTON UNITED CHURCH

Minister: Janelle Shaw Fourth Sunday in Lent

Morning Worship 9:30am, South Bay 11:00am, Cherry Valley PRINCE EDWARD NORTH

UNITED CHURCH Sunday Mar. 26th

12 Chapel St. 613-476-6050 pictonunitedchurch@bellnet.ca Minister: Rev. Richard Hamilton

Wesley - Mountainview @ 9:30am Friendship - Demorestville @ 11:00 am

Worship Service 10:30am

MESSAGE: “The Spiritual Discipline of Fasting”

Sunday, March 26 Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 1 - April 15

Prayer and Bible Study 7:30pm

Serving the Community for 223 years

VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME

All children welcome at Sunday School Matthew 6:16 (NRSV) “And when you fast, do not put on a sad face as the hypocrites do.”

Movie night - Sat. March 25th; 7pm @ Welsey UC. “Risen” will be showing; about Christ’s resurrection.

Rev. Kirby Breithaupt C-613-403-4742 or H-613-476-2020 princeedward.north@kos.net

EVERYONE WELCOME COME VISIT WITH US!

MARCH 23, 2017 9

The Picton Gazette

Community Care receives $25,000 in federal funding to help with seniors’ programs New Horizons money to help with recreation, social interaction JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

Local seniors will be benefitting from a $25,000 investment by Employment and Social Development Canada. Bay of Quinte MP Neil Ellis was on hand at Community Care for Seniors on King Street on Wednesday to announce the funding for a project that will see Community Care deliver social programming both at the Picton office and in local municipal halls. The funding comes by way of the federal government's New Horizon's for Seniors Program that invested over $35 million for close to 1,850 community-based projects in 2016-2017. Community Care executive director Debbie MacDonald Moynes explained the investment will allow the senior's organization to enhance the social and recreational programs that are currently in place and bring them closer to seniors that live in rural areas in the municipality. Through the Age-Friendly initiative undertaken by Prince Edward County, Community Care was proposing to localize services in all corners of the municipality and Wednesday's

A NEW HORIZON Bay of Quinte MP Neil Ellis, Community Care president Marg Werkhoven and Community Care executive director Debbie MacDonald Moynes at Wednesday’s announcement. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

announcement will provide an opportunity for Community Care. “We would like go to some of the places where our seniors are,” MacDonald Moynes said. Among its many programming offerings, Community Care hosts low-impact recreational activities including virtual bowling, walking and tai chi.

Ameliasburgh

Ward 4 Recrea$on Commi%ee

Calendar of Events March – June

Get Ac ve This Spring at the Ameliasburgh Town Hall

• Tai chi /Chi Kung Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Improves flexibility, balance and circula%on with graceful fluid mo%on. Instructor: Sherri Bergman. Contact: 613-242-2096 $10 per drop-in class or $32 for 4 classes.

• Kni&ng Thursdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Kni&ng circle with experienced instruc%on. UNTIL May 25th

• Yoga Fridays 1 p.m.

Focussed physical and mental strength building exercises and posi%ons. Instructor Hedy Brambat-Kellar Contact: 613-393-3798 $5. per class. All levels welcome.

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At Picton Harbour annual fees for private and commercial use of docks will go from the current charge of $27.04 plus $1.18 per foot to $100 plus $1.18 per foot on April 1. That will jump to $125 plus $1.20 per foot in

2018 and to $150 plus $1.25 per foot in 2019. In Wellington the cost of seasonal docking will go from the current $41.20 per foot or the $1,030 minimum to $42 per foot or a $1,050 minimum by April 1. Those numbers will rise to $44.50 and $1,100 in 2019 and to

$46 and $1,150 in 2019. The cost of pump outs in Picton will rise slowly from the current $20.60 to $26 by 2019. A report presented to committee says the municipality's marinas and harbours operate at a net loss each year with the balance levied to the tax base.

The 2017 forecast for operating expenditures is estimated at $355,450 while the services are expected to generate revenue of approximately $207,000, resulting in a loss of about $148,450. The report says marina and harbour capital projects compound that shortfall with projects such

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ways to close the revenue gap — increased fees and increased effort in enforcing the fees and charges bylaw for boat launches. The report says launch fee collection boxes were established last year at all County operated boat launches and proved to be a modest success, however, the report says increased enforcement is necessary to ensure the revenue is maximized. The report says the largest revenue generator for the service is the resale of items — mainly fuel. Staff also investigated the fees required to bring the service to full user pay, but found the fees far exceeded the current market for other marinas and were expected to have an overall negative impact. The committee ultimately supported the recommended increases, however, much of the debate at the committee meeting was around whether fees should be increasing more than they are scheduled to. Councillor Jamie Forrester led the charge in that regard. He said while most campgrounds have begun to meter electricity usage, the municipality still does not at its harbour and marina facilities. He said the municipality could be losing out on hundreds of dollars per boat just in electricity alone. “I look at this, basically up and down, and I just don't understand how we've come up with these prices because we are passing this debt onto the residential people of Prince Edward County,” he said. Councillor Gord Fox agreed the fees aren't where they should be, however, he said the moves will help the municipality close the gap. “For the marina itself we have to move to a more business approach to this whole thing, but it's going to take time,” he said. He supported the increases, saying it was a move in the right direction. Engineering, development and works commissioner Robert McAuley said the expectation for staff was to close the gap. While he said the increases won't reach that goal, they'll bring the municipality much closer. Metering was considered, but the cost of meters was expected to exceed recovery, he said. He said when staff were working on the rates, the biggest problem was a lack of real data. “We were also aware of what the market was charging and didn't want to price ourselves completely out of the market, but try to get a handle on the data we needed to get more effective pricing and also to close the gap,” he said. He said statistics will be collected over the next three years that will be used to help guide the rates going forward. “When you come to your budget in the fall, expect to have that usage data and a better handle on where the numbers are expected to go,” McAuley said.

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Smith ejected, nearly expelled from Queen’s Park legislature Tuesday morning Heated debate occurs over hydro relief plan, government advertising ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

Prince Edward-Hastings MPP Todd Smith was ejected from the Queen's Park legislature Tuesday morning during a heated debate in question period over hydro rates and partisan advertising. The incident occurred as Ontario Progressive Conservative leader Patrick Brown was asking questions about the appropriateness of using government funding to advertise a hydro rate cut and, subsequently, why a proposed rate cut wouldn't help recreation facilities and hospitals. Brown's first line of questioning followed a motion by the Progressive Conservatives Monday to have the government declared in contempt for advertising a result of legislation that hasn't been tabled. His party issued a press release Tuesday, citing energy minister Glenn Thibeault's comments the government had spent less than $1 million on advertising, but had plans for additional advertisements. "The issue here is about ads, paid for by taxpayers, that are used for partisan purposes. Yesterday, the minister said the following 'I'm very pleased to rise and talk about what we're going

to be bringing forward in legislation this spring' to enact the Liberal hydro scheme," Brown said. "Clearly the legislation is coming forward and the minister is making a mockery of this legislature and its members as he runs self-congratulatory ads, paid for by taxpayers. Will the premier stop her re-election campaigning and using taxpayer resources to do it? It's wrong, and the premier knows it." Attorney general Yasir Naqvi responded his party has taken steps to have one of the strongest pieces of legislation governing partisan advertising, including a clear definition. He said government advertisements can't include names, voices, or images of members of the executive council or a member of the assembly, nor can they include the name or logo of a party. Naqvi also defended the Liberals' decision to advertise its plans to cut rates by 25 per cent.

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answer, speaker Dave Levac stopped her as debate erupted in the house. Levac warned Smith a first time then. Brown later continued his offensive stating the government is "continuing to charge Ontarians to give energy away" and called the proposed solution "a Band-Aid on a bullet wound that this government created." He called on Wynne to ask when there will be relief from additional feed-in tariff contracts, bureaucrat salaries, and borrowed money. Thibeault rose, stating the Liberal plan will "help every family, every small business, and every farm in this province." He again charged the Progressive Conservatives have offered no solutions. "While they stand up and

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DONE DEED Lady Macbeth (Brooke Deal), left, and Macbeth (Ruth Laliberte) speak after Macbeth has completed the treasonous act of killing King Duncan in PECI’s Macbeth. (Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

something, you make it happen." Sheahan said Macbeth represents the school's first straight Shakespeare performance since 2010's Romeo and Juliet. He said he tries to work in the classics every few years because it allows students to gain another level of appreciation for works they study. "I think it's important. All these kids get forced to study it. It definitely comes more to life when you're performing it than just reading it in class," he said. "The themes and motives of characters are still relevant today. The language is different, but they're all things that appeal to human beings." Macbeth was chosen because it

Project Manager The Prince Edward County Community Care for Seniors Association has received New Horizons for Seniors Program funding for the project “Engaging Aging”. Community Care is accepting applications for the part-time, contract position of Project Manager. Duration of the contract is May 15, 2017 to March 9, 2018 with a maximum of 364 hours (approximately one day per week) at $17.00/hour. The Project Manager will ensure that all project deliverables are met. Applicants must show a willingness to enact Community Care’s Vision: The freedom and dignity of choice; the comfort of home; a passion for volunteers. Education: A post-secondary diploma or degree in community development or a related discipline. Certificate in Project Management an asset. Experience: • Minimum of two years of related experience. • Ability to demonstrate an appropriate combination of professional and technical skills. • Demonstrated public relations and communications skills. • Experience and confidence working in a self-directed position where it is necessary to prioritize and plan one’s time. • Computer training and experience is required. • Experience as a volunteer and/or working with volunteers. • A complete understanding of confidentiality. To apply: Submit a resume along with a cover letter. The cover letter should explain how you think that you meet the requirements of the position. Send to info@communitycareforseniors.org by Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 4pm. Our recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact Prince Edward Community Care for assistance. We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

is filled with action and unlike some Shakespeare plays, the plot is straightforward. Apparently, that decision resonated with the actors as more students tried out in the fall than any school production in recent memory and more Grade 9s were cast. The story evolving onstage tells about how Macbeth (Ruth Laliberte) learns from three witches (Ruby Gaudett, Lucy Mee, and Courtney Kerr) that he is destined to be Scotland's king. Uncomfortable waiting for the prophesy to be fulfilled and driven by his ambitious and zealous wife (Brooke Deal), Macbeth conspires to murder King Duncan to take the throne. The weight of that decision weighs heavily on the Macbeths as they fall into madness trying to live with their decisions and maintain power. Ultimately, Macbeth kills former ally Banquo (Colleen Griffith) whose descendants were foretold to inherit the throne and Lady Macbeth kills herself. Blinded by his ambitions, Macbeth misinterprets the witches prophesy and doesn't prepare to defend against Macduff (Kelli-Anne Maycock)

who avenges the horrible murders by beheading him. The play is full of action with well choreographed fight scenes and some of Shakespeare's most popular soliloquies — Macbeth's "Is this a dagger I see before me..." and Lady Macbeth's "Out damned spot…" — and many oftquoted chants from the witches. Laliberte said playing the lead role was difficult, particularly given the manly characteristics, but said she became comfortable in it. "It's difficult. He's a very complex character and there's a lot of times when he's battling with himself about whether he wants to listen to his wife or do his own thing," she said. "It's a very difficult role and there's lots of lines to memorize." She said the curious iambic pentameter actually helped with memorization and delivery, rather than hurt, because it has a beat to it. From the play, Laliberte said she took a simple message from her character's unravelling. "Don't mess with fate. The witches are obviously telling him these prophecies and he decides to speed the process along by murdering people. It ultimately ends to his demise. Don't mess with fate, live your life as truly and honestly as you can." Also, you can count the Grade 12 student among those who say Shakespeare has a timeless quality and it should be performed in schools. "It's definitely super old, but it has a lot of relevant themes to now. Othello is about jealousy. Romeo and Juliet is about premature love. This is about fate and overcoming it, revenge and going crazy. Although they may be olden-times sets, language and characters, it has all the same themes as a book written today, just in a different way. Everyone likes a little history, too, so it's neat to see."

See MACBETH, page 35

DEVELOPING OUR CREATIVITY: LEARNING TO TRUST OURSELVES AND OTHERS THROUGH THE ARTS Tom Dietzel, pianist assisted by dancer, Hollie Graham, and videographer, Thomas Wayne Harris, will facilitate the first of a series of one-hour workshops on developing our creativity. The workshop will consist of a short introduction to the way that artistic self-expression helps us achieve openness through trust in ourselves. The event will include some simple exercises from a variety of artistic disciplines. Free admission.

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Nutty musical comedy Nunsense coming to Mt. Tabor JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

The Little Sisters of Hoboken are on their way to Milford this spring for the Marysburgh Mummers production of Nunsense. This heavenly Dan Gogginpenned musical comedy features five nuns hungry for the spotlight who find themselves in a predicament when their cook accidentally poisons 52 fellow sisters. Directed and choreographed by Monica Alyea with vocal and music direction by Sharon Wickett, the irreverent five-woman show features a host of local talent that sing, dance and quip their way into your heart while mercilessly tickling your funny bone. `I have wanted to do this show for a long time. Nunsense is a hilarious romp that will exercise your laugh muscles and we have a very funny group of ladies for this.`` said Alyea. When the convent’s first in

charge, Reverend Mother Regina, splurges on a big- screen TV, the remaining Sisters find themselves strapped for cash, as they still have four dead nuns to bury (whose bodies are being stored in the kitchen freezer). What’s a sister to do? These five sinfully funny nuns take over a Grade 8 production of Grease to help pay the burial costs for their sisters before the health department discovers their secret. Their variety show of music, dancing and comedy will have you falling out of your chair before the evening is over. Through their wacky and heartfelt performances, the Little Sisters of Hoboken will prove that while they’re on their way to heaven, they’re here to raise hell. Join Reverend Mother, a former circus performer itching to reclaim the spotlight and her four sisters as they stage a lively variety show filled with comic misadventures that are sure to be

“habit-forming.” Alongside Reverend Mother are her sisters including a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who dreams of becoming a ballerina; and the charming Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head. The cast of Nunsense

includes a mix of veterans and newcomers to Mt. Tabor including Paulina McMahon, as Sister Mary Regina Mother Superior and Bea Howse as Sister Mary Hubert.Howse returns to Mount Tabor after a successful run in the Mummers’ recent production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.

See NUNSENSE, page 35

GRAMPA’S GOODTIME GANG April 2, 2017 2 p.m. Picton United Church Price at door: $15 Adults $5 Children

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SING IT SISTER The Little Sisters of Hoboken break into song during a dress rehearsal of Nunsense at the Mt. Tabor Playhouse Sunday. The show opens in Milford March 31. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

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Picton Gazette Thursday, March 23, 2017

OLDEST COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER IN CANADA NEW LISTING

SOLD "WHAT ONCE WAS OLD, IS NEW AGAIN" $479,000 MLS 550730010

CAROL BROUGH,

Sales Reps 613-476-2100 or carolbroughc21@hotmail.com LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

This appealing 4 bedroom, 3 bath maintenance free home is located on a quiet country road in Hillier. The main floor offers a spacious kitchen, dining area and great room with vaulted ceilings perfect for large family gatherings and entertaining. A bright master bedroom suite boasts a walk through closet and a beautiful newly renovated 3 piece bath. The lower level includes an office, 2 piece bath and family room with wood stove, bar and walk out to the back yard. Plenty of storage can be found in the oversized workshop/storage area located in the unfinished section of the basement and in the double garage. A two tiered deck overlooking the back yard includes a hot tub and screened room. Enjoy this peaceful setting and lovely views of rural farm land. $499,000 MLS 550100105

JIM WAIT & MARK DAVIS,

Sales Reps 613-471-1708 www.countyteam.com

4% COMMISSION

FU L L S ER V I C E B R O K ER A G E LINDA MIDDLETON, Broker of Record/Owner

CONNIE GALLAGHER, Sales Rep

613-476-7800

Sutton Group Prince Edward County Realty Inc. Brokerage

1.5 storey country home on almost 1.5 landscaped acres surrounded by farmer's fields. Large covered verandah overlooking pond, inside professionally decorated open concept liv.rm, dining area and gorgeous kitchen, with exceptional cupboard space, island, window seat and vaulted ceiling. Cozy sunken den with propane stove and garden doors to patio area with pergula and office area. Additional separate office with outdoor entrance leading to giant 3 car plus garage attached to greenhouse. Second floor has bright and spacious landing and huge master bdrm with custom walk-in closet, gorgeous ensuite bath and balconey. Plus two more bdrms and bath with jacuzzi tub. All this plus approx. $11,000 annual Solar Contract INCOME! $539,000. Call MARY JANE MILLS, Broker 613-476-7400 613-921-0028 mjmills@hwrealty.ca hwrealty.ca

NEW LISTING

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D L O S LOT 2 AND 3 MCKENZIE LANE Lot 2 $150,000 & Lot 3 $269,000 MLS 550880282D HERB PLIWISCHKIES, Sales Rep

www.county-realestate.com

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cell 613-921-7441 613-476-5399

QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5900

Exceptional estate property just West of Frankford. Over 50 Acres of beautiful rolling terrain with cleared fields, softwood and hardwood forests, trails and over 4000` of waterfront on Cold Creek. Lane access off County Road 5 only a minute from Frankford, Close to Trenton, Belleville and 401. Only 2 hours from Toronto. Perfect location for a family retreat, hobby farm, equestrian estate with reliable water supply from the creek. Build your own pond or natural Swimming Pool! Beautiful views and several perfect building sites with mature trees. $300,000 MLS 403530114 SHANNON WARR-HUNTER, Broker KEN ARSENEAULT, Sales Rep 613-471-1708 www.ShannonAndKen.com

NEW LISTING

EXCLUSIVE

Already zoned for a Micro Brewery! MR zoned commercial building & home at the edge of Picton. Surrounded on 3 sides by conservation woodlands and walking trails. LIVE IN or offer for RENT the charming Brick 3 BR Bungalow. FOR YOUR BUSINESS or offer for RENT the multi use 4 Bay Garage with 2 storage areas & security fenced in area. Ask us for the broad use MR zoning. 613 403-1466 $395,000 GEOFF CHURCH, 613-920-2700

SANDRA FOREMAN, 613-403-1466

Broker & Sales Rep

Next to the Pt. Petre Provincial Park and a close drive to the Sandbanks. Minutes from wineries, this sloping building lot is suited perfectly for a bungalow with a walk out basement. Partially cleared with a driveway. Plenty of wildlife including deer, turkeys, birds etc. Also includes a school bus, blue box & garbage pick up. Only 17 minutes to Picton. $49,900. MLS®# 550790058 Call MARK GARDINER, Sales Rep Office: 613-476-2700 Cell:613-391-5588 mbgardiner@yahoo.com

LAKE ONTARIO WATERFRONT Minutes from #401 and Trenton. 2 bedrm bungalow on pretty lot, walk into Lake Ontario. Livingrm, kitchen, dining area and glassed in sunroom facing lake. Full basement, attached two car garage, workshop area and lg walk through foyer. Electric radiant heat in ceiling, drilled well and septic. Diamond in the rough, has good bones and large footprint. Call to view. Asking $799,000 Pin 550230067

SHARON ARMITAGE,

Broker of Record GEORGE REID, Broker

613-399-2134 quinteisle.com

uinte Isle® Real Estate Inc. Brokerage

PRIME OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT In the Loyalist Business Centre at 13360 Loyalist Pkwy (across from No Frills). $400. monthly (+HST) includes utilities, internet and parking. Two 13'x13' units available immediately. Call 613-849-8501 for further details. Call PAT BENSON-MOORE, Sales Rep 613-476-2100 or pat.bensonmoore@century21.ca

LANTHORN REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE* *INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

This Immaculate home perched above Adolphus Reach has been rejuvenated with modern flare and care for the quality of the original architecture. Vibrant gardens, wrap around porch and eye catching curb appeal are just the beginning. Distinguished living areas featuring updated hardwood flooring greet you with a country inspired kitchen anchoring the core of the home on the main floor. $525,000 MLS 550860199

ROB PLOMER, Sales Rep KATE VADER, Sales Rep 613-471-1708 www.robandkate.com

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Apartment building for sale in central location close to downtown Belleville. The well maintained 12 plex, all 2 bedrooms and fully tenanted with very low turnover of tenants base provides onsite parking and coin operated laundry services. There have been many upgrades to the property: all new hydro meters for each unit installed in 2017, new roof in 2016, new carpets in common area in 2016, LED lighting in common area and in 5 units, new boiler and hot water heating system in 2014. The location is close to walking trails along the river and the bus route. Call today for further information. No showings prior to an accepted offer being in place. $1,295,000 MLS 405160153

LORI SLIK, Sales Rep 613-847-2349

lslik@chestnutpark.com

Choose from one of two – 2 bedroom semi-detached homes in Picton. Call for floorplan & feature sheet. $299,900 MLS 550680165/550680165D KEVIN GALE, Sales Rep 613-476-1874 H. 613-242-7295 C. kevingale@remax.net

QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5900

NEW LISTING

MILFORD Located across from the Mill Pond, this cozy country home is situated on almost an acre of picturesque property which has been chemicalfree for over 20 years. The original home was built in the early 1900’s and had an addition in the 1970’s, it features spacious rooms, main floor living with a large attic room – great studio or hobby space! If you like a one-of-a-kind home, this could be your next property. $239,000 MLS 550820145

CHRISTINE & COLIN HENDEN, Broker & Sales Rep Tel: 613-922-2251 PeCountyProperties.com colinhenden@remax.net

QUINTE LTD., BROKERAGE 613-476-5900

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REAL ESTATE LTD., BROKERAGE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

102 Main Street Picton, ON K0K 2T0

613-476-2100

STEVE SENSENSTEIN Sales Rep

613-885-1307

287 County Road 10

75 Saint Philip Street

13360 Loyalist Pkwy

11394 Loyalist Parkway, Picton

An amazing 30 acres, minutes from Picton! Can be severed, huge possibilities! $329,000 MLS 550650299

On a corner lot with plenty of outside storage, including a garage with an insulated cold room! $168,300 MLS 550890096

THE PERFECT PROPERTY!

In the Loyalist Business Centre (across from No Frills). $400 monthly (+HST) includes utilities, internet and parking. Two 13'x13' units available immediately. Call 613-849-8501 for further details.

Waterfront home with two levels of living space features three bedrooms on the main level and one on the lower. $629,000 MLS 550720202

25 Ackerman Street

West Lake

2543 Hwy 49, Sophiasburgh

80 Bridge Street S

Sold

PAT BENSON MOORE Sales Rep

613-849-8501

NEW PRICE

Sold

CAROL BROUGH Sales Rep

613-476-2100

CONVENIENT RESIDENTIAL LOCATION

LOVELY WATERFRONT LOT near Wellington

Spacious and inviting four bedroom home. Short walk to local amenities. $374,900 MLS 550630011

Southern exposure, access to West Lake & Lake Ontario, 200â&#x20AC;&#x2122;x1.4ac, exceptional new home site.

$389,000 MLS 550510660

Vacant land on Highway 49 in Sophiasburgh can be used for agricultural, residential or recreational use. $119,900 MLS 550440210

Spacious tradition home with modern upgrades in downtown Picton. $479,000 MLS 550730010

North Marysburgh Court

100 Upper Lake Street

Building Lot In Picton

Unit 411B Quite Isle Campark

BLEND OF OLD AND NEW

LOT NG I D IL

PAUL GENTILE

Broker

613-476-2100

Very affordable 2 bedroom, 2 bath, one floor living. $129,900 MLS QR166248

107 UNION ST. E. 72' X 125' lot. Municipal services available. $89,000 MLS QR1700826

2 bdrm, 2 bthrm, large eat in kitchen, lots of cabinets/storage, frt covered deck. $162,900 MLS QR166995

1497 Cty Rd 19

North Lot Foster Road, Sophiasburgh

81 Consecon Main Street, Hiller

Build your dream in the heart of the county! 20 acres on a quiet road. nicely treed lot for privacy. Blasted well with great flow rate. $129,900 MLS 550380219

Spacious 4 bedroom family home on private 2 acre lot! Great location! $299,900 MLS 550120234

Excellent wells are located in the area & this lot has been water witched. There is an additional adjacent lot for sale to the South. $49,000 MLS 550420384

Former firehall, insulated 30 x 40 building with commercial high double doors. $89,000 MLS 550210102

Good Building Lot

17 Inkerman Avenue

53 Acres

BUILDING LOT Premium frontage with a lovely cul-de-sac location. Water access nearby. $36,000 MLS QR168053

VINCE MARTEL

Across From 337 Black Road

237 SALMON POINT RD

Sales Rep

613-476-2100

Sold

HUGH JACKSON

The Market Is

Broker

613-476-5026

HOT!!!!!

STEVE KOZMANUK Sales Rep

613-967-7216

KARI KOZMANUK

WEST OF LAKE-ON-THE-MOUNTAIN

FIRST HOME OR RETIREMENT RETREAT

Very good blasted well installed. Small area of EP. zoning approx 750 ft from froad frontage. $69,900 MLS 550870079

Two bedroom, one level home includes many updated features $185,000 MLS 550740299

JAKE BERGERON

KEVIN YOUNG

ERIN LACHANCE

IN THE HEART OF PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY Southerly Facing lot off of County Road 14. mixed deciduous trees including oak and red cedar. Build a home, have a farm, enjoy the scenery & wildlife $149,000 MLS 550380217

JASON YOUNG

If your thinking of selling or buying, give us a call today!

BILL RORABECK

ELSIE WIERSMA

Sales Rep

Broker

Sales Rep

613-921-7951

613-471-0960

613-476-2100

613-668-3386

613-476-2100

613-848-4810

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PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY TOP FIRMS FOR SOLD PROPERTIES:

*Quinte & District Association of REALTORS Inc.

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Chris Kapches LLB President and CEO, is pleased to announce the 2016 Award Winners for their outstanding sales performance! GE BROKERAGE CHESTNUT CHES TNUT BROKERA #2 PARK P ARK

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Gail Forcht

Laurie Gruer

Chairman’s Award

Rob Plomer

Katharine Vader Vice-Chairman’s Award

Sam Simone

Monica Klingenberg

Chairman’s Award

Ken Arseneault

Peter Lynch

President’s Award

Mark Davis

Chairman’s Award

President’s Award

Carey Lewandoski

Chairman’s Award

Lori Slik

Designate Chairman’s Award

James Wait

President’s Award

Shannon Warr-Hunter President’s Award

Vice-Chairman’s Award

Chairman’s Award

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89 acres (approx.) with frontage on County Road 8. Featuring one of the most breathtaking views of Lake Ontario and Amherst Island. South facing slope with a limestone base great for potential vineyard. Unique piece of property to build your dream home with a million dollar view. $279,000 MLS 550870291 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

www.robandkate.com

BOATERS PARADISE! Unsurpassed Setting with over 2.5 Private Acres, and sprawling over 300 feet of Waterfront in the region, this is a rare opportunity in Prince Edward County! You’ll feel right at ease with nature and enjoy relaxing evenings watching the sunsets. The opportunity offers great potential to the next steward of the land - Explore the possibilities! $284,900 MLS 550960445 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

www.robandkate.com

S-T-R-E-T-C-H out in this country bungalow! Located up the road from Three Dog Winery in Prince Edward County, this opportunity is ideal for changing needs of the family looking to retreat in the country side on a property featuring over 3 acres of land. The attached triple garage features ample room for vehicles, recreational equipment and toys! Well-maintained with handsome curb appeal - Take advantage of this fine offer now! $327,500 MLS 550420576 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

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107 acres of vacant land suitable for home site with lots of privacy includes meadows and woods. A real getaway property. The west lot, no survey. $174,000 MLS 550830148 Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

www.robandkate.com

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Rare investment opportunity! This well established eatery is uniquely situated in the Village of Bloomfield, offering frontages on Highways 62 and 33, providing incredible exposure for a commercial enterprise. A great chance to enter and expand into the ever growing restaurant market, or bring your own vision to the blossoming Bloomfield/Wellington corridor. The current facility offers seating for more than 20 guests and boasts an existing patio for the profitable summer and tourist seasons. Owner is looking to retire. This turnkey operation is priced to sell. $349,000 MLS 550490102 Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Chris Kapches Richard Stewart* Betty Burns* President, CEO VP, Legal Counsel Office Manager

Ken Arsenault*

www.robandkate.com

WELLINGTON SHOW STOPPER! The enchanting curb appeal with covered porch welcomes you to this opportunity in the village, while modern flare and care for the quality of the original architecture are just the beginning. Featuring 3 bedrooms/2 baths the home offers a canvas that is easily tailored to various Live/Work/Play Lifestyles. A grand entry way with soaring ceilings connects you to distinguished living areas featuring restored hardwood flooring, radiant against abundant natural light with hints of colour reflection from the staine glass panes. A gourmet kitchen anchors the back of home. $369,000 MLS 550330124 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

Mark Davis*

Gail Forcht**

Laurie Gruer*

www.ShannonAndKen.com

Contemporary bungalow completely renovated inside and out. MidCentury Modern Aesthetic. Two large bedrooms. Two full baths. Mainfloor laundry. Gourmet kitchen. Lovely private back deck. 9' ceilings in bright walk-out lower level. Central Air. Don't miss this one! $450,000 MLS 550250086 Shannon Warr-Hunter**, Ken Arseneault*

Carey Lewandoski*

Peter Lynch*

Rob Plomer*

Monica Klingenberg*

CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED, BROKERAGE

43 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0 Office: 613.471.1708 Toll Free: 1.877.471.1708

princeedwardcounty@chestnutpark.com

Sam Simone*

www.countyteam.com

This classic two-storey brick home has been grandstanding on Main Street Bloomfield since 1867. The original part of the home features a large living room and adjoining dining room. The kitchen has a walkout to a lovely deck. A family room with separate entrance boasts a natural gas fireplace. The newer mainfloor master bedroom suite has a full bath and sunroom. An unfinished attic space would be an amazing child’s playroom! This property backs onto parkland and gives a rural feel while being in the heart of this boutique village. Septic system was new in 2014. $499,900 MLS 550490022 Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

Lori Slik*

Kate Vader*

Jim Wait*

Shannon Warr-Hunter**

*sales representative ** broker

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www.monicaklingenberg.com

Much-admired This impressive1812 centre-hall farmhouse century on home 11.4 acres. blendsOriginal yesterday’s detailscharm including with today’s pine plank modern floors, amenities. a distinctive Gracious staircase, proportions, slip rooms exposed and original brick walls, trim. ultraEndmodern less features kitchen include and dramatic in-ground family pool,room, 5-stall sumptuous horse barnmaster and paddocks, suite, upstairs and laundry and deeded heated/insulated garage waterfront perfect access. for a studio! CloseSeparately-deeded to Sandbanks andbuilding all the County lot, too! $659,000 has to offer. MLS $659,000 550420375 MLSLaurie 550420375 Gruer*,Laurie Sam Simone*, Gruer*, Sam Monica Simone*, Monica Klingenberg* Klingenberg*

www.samsimone.com

This impressive centre-hall century home blends yesterday’s charm with today’s modern amenities. Gracious proportions, exposed brick walls, ultramodern kitchen and dramatic family room, sumptuous master suite, upstairs laundry and deeded waterfront access. Close to Sandbanks and all the County has to offer. $830,000 Exclusive Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Chris Kapches Richard Stewart* Betty Burns* President, CEO VP, Legal Counsel Office Manager

Ken Arsenault*

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BLACK RIVER WATERFRONT! Charming 2.5 acre country retreat nestled on the shored of Black River. Nature lover’s paradise! 10 minutes to Picton. $675,000 MLS 550890271 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

www.homeinthecounty.com

OVERLOOK THE VINES! Turn-key Vineyard is ready for you to get started! Designed with high-density planting with 3,630 vines per acre. The winery features a state of the art tasting room, production facility and barrel vault. Overlook the vines from the 2+ bedroom custom built home. $978,000 MLS 550230105 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

Mark Davis*

Gail Forcht**

Laurie Gruer*

www.homeinthecounty.com

ONE OF A KIND! Beautifully renovated and restored with large principal rooms, tin ceilings, millwork, pine plank floors, lovely gourmet kitchen, plus so much more! In-law potential! A must see! $678,000 MLS 550620106 Gail Forcht** & Carey Lewandoski*

www.robandkate.com

THE REDNER HOUSE c.1840 - Rejuvenated with modern flare and care for the quality of the original architecture! Re-landscaped yard and fresh curb appeal are just the beginning. This reawakened “Settler’s Dream” is beyond compare and one of the finest offerings in Prince Edward County! $1,395,000 MLS 550130266 Rob Plomer* & Kate Vader*

Carey Lewandoski*

Peter Lynch*

Rob Plomer*

Monica Klingenberg*

CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED, BROKERAGE

Sam Simone*

www.countyteam.com

Fabulous family home boasts all of the amenities you would expect in a home of this caliber. Tall ceilings, hardwood flooring, radiant in-floor heat, on-demand hot water system, granite and quartz counters and a spacious custom kitchen with walk-in pantry. Open concept main floor living, plus separate formal dining and living areas. Finished lower level with rec room, 3 pc. bath and in-law suite. The backyard paradise includes a western cedar deck, outdoor kitchen with built-in BBQ and hot tub. Landscaping features include easy maintenance perennials and gorgeous rock formations. $699,000 MLS 550740233 Jim Wait*, Mark Davis*

www.lauriegruer.com

The elegant Merrill Inn has on several occasions been named one of the top 25 small hotels in Canada! Impeccably-updated and meticulously-maintained. 13 rooms offer private ensuite baths. The 50 seat restaurant is among the County`s busiest. Impressive financials available with signed CA. $2,150,000 MLS 550610048D Laurie Gruer*, Sam Simone*, Monica Klingenberg*

Lori Slik*

Kate Vader*

43 Main Street, Picton ON K0K 2T0 Office: 613.471.1708 Toll Free: 1.877.471.1708

princeedwardcounty@chestnutpark.com

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Shannon Warr-Hunter**

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Elizabeth Crombie Tracey Dickson* Suzanne White*

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CELTIC PRIDE Belleville’s Fiddleheads perform during the Athol Recreation Committee’s ceilidh on Saturday afternoon at the Cherry Valley Town Hall.

Among the 52 calls for service Prince Edward OPP officers fielded over the weekend, two involved charges for suspected impaired drivers, police say. At about 11:45 p.m. Friday, police officers observed an orange utility-task off-road vehicle being driven northbound on Hwy 62 near the intersection with County Rd. 3 in Rossmore. Officers noticed the driver did not appear to be wearing a helmet. A subsequent investigation determined the 18-year-old male driver had consumed alcohol prior to operating the vehicle He registered a fail on an approved screening device. The Belleville native was charged with driving while impaired and driving with a blood/alcohol content exceeding 80 mg per 100 mL. He is to

Nearly 120 people attended the Irish-themed dance. Organizers are already considering a similar event for next year (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

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The spirit of Éirinn go Brách was felt this weekend at the Athol Town Hall as Cherry Valley was the setting for a well attended ceilidh featuring the popular celtic band The Fiddleheads. Nearly 120 people turned up wearing their green and sporting shamrocks on Saturday afternoon, a turnout that shocked even the most enthusiastic organizers. Donna Kaye of the Athol recreation committee called Saturday’s turnout fabulous. “The Fiddleheads were a huge draw and very entertaining,” Kaye said. “It was a real

family event with plenty of children's activities.” Both the young and the young at heart were equally entertained by the live music to the point where everyone was either tapping a toe or clapping hands while the young ones were front and centre, trying their best Irish dance steps. The St. Patrick's day snacks were a hit and free coffee brewed by Cherry Bomb Coffee was a popular mid-afternoon beverage. “It really went over well,” Kaye added. “It was a huge hit, people are already asking for it next year so I think we might have to make this one of our annual events.”

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Dukes show character, but trail Cougars after first two games Wellington takes Cobourg to double overtime in Game 1, turns in gutsy road effort in Game 2 JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

By the time this copy hits the eyes of most Gazette readers, the playoff hopes of the Wellington Dukes will be either hanging by a thread or be off life support and poised for a comeback bid. After playing well but dropping the first two games of their 2017 Ontario Junior Hockey League North-East Conference semifinal series against the Cougars, the locals were in Cobourg last night to stem the tide and try to get back into their best-of-seven set against the 2017 RBC Cup hosts. A loss and tonight's Game 4 at home might be all but academic for Wellington's post season hopes. A win and the series would be right where it was supposed to be after three games. That was clearly going to be the message by Dukes coach and general manager Marty Abrams to his team prior to puck drop last evening. “That's all we can really say at this point,” Abrams told the Gazette Tuesday morning after his side dropped Game 2 3-1. “We are not where we want to be and we feel like we deserve better but the guys are have really played hard and there's a lot of character showing through on this hockey club.” The coach pointed to a sequence the evening prior when, after a scoreless first period, Wellington was handed three infractions in the span of 3:06. Wellington would give up one five-on-three goal but that was a win considering the lethal nature of the Cobourg power play. “That was a pivotal sequence in a game where a lesser team might have packed it in but this team dug in deep and got better,” Abrams said. “Colin Doyle and Hunter Gunski came up huge for us in particular.” After weathering the storm, Wellington would strike for a power-play goal of their own as Mendonca fed Doyle at 13:17 to make it 1-1.

“It was a really good road game and we felt we had perfectly executed through two periods,” Abrams said. “We held the fort early and got through the penalties ok. The one thing we didn't do is bury our chances. We had Grade A chances throughout the game and the opportunity to strike offensively and it didn't happen.” While it wasn't a power-play goal, the game winner off the stick of Cobourg's Josh Maguire came midway through the third just moments after Mack Warren escaped the confines of the penalty box after taking a roughing minor. Cougar Ryan Casselman had the back-breaking insurance goal just under two minutes later to make it 3-1 and Wellington was unable to beat Cobourg starter Stefano Durante in the final ten minutes of the game. The fact Wellington was down 2-0 after two games would be hard to believe for those that were at Essroc Arena Friday night and watched the Dukes manage most of the third period and get the game to 3-1 in their favour with under three minutes remaining. Up 2-1 after two thanks to a pair of nice Mitchell Martan goals, Cobourg was gunning for an equalizer early in the final frame. A well placed time out by Wellington midway through the third calmed the nerves and likely led to a Mendonca receiving a feed from Doyle and ripping a puck past Durante with just under six minutes left to extend Wellington's margin to 3-1. That should have been enough for a lower seeded team opening at home and needing to win the first game of the series. It wasn't as Cobourg deflected a pair of extra attacker goals past a screened Connor Ryckman to force overtime. “We were running around in our own end and we had two clear clearing attempts that ended up at their point and that started the ball rolling for the deflections,” Abrams said. “There

A DASHING DUKE Wellington Duke Brayden Stortz looks for an outlet to pass to during the first overtime of Game 1 of the OJHL North-East Conference semifinal.After playing after press time last night in Cobourg, the two teams will return to Wellington tonight for Game 4 (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

was poor execution on exiting the zone, that causes running around and missed assignments and they capitalized.” At 17:54, Maguire tipped a Brennan Roy feed from the point to make it 3-2. Just over 30 seconds later, Roy again was able to release a puck from the blue line and it was Matthew Carroll batting it past Ryckman for a shocking equalizer. Undaunted, Wellington had chances in the first overtime to win the game including an instance where Mendonca had the puck in the Cobourg crease but was unable to pull the trigger. At the end of the frame and time running out, Wellington's Brayden Stortz turned a partial

breakaway into a glorious chance and might have had a winning volley if afforded another second or two. But the extra miles were wearing heavy on Wellington's defence and at 3:08 of the first Junior A playoff game at Essroc Arena needing double overtime, Connor MacEachern picked up a rebound in the slot and beat Ryckman for the game winner. A sad outcome for the 800 or so Dukes fans in attendance who have figured out this edition of the Wellington squad comes to battle every night and leaves everything they have on the playing surface.

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Old Picton-Wellington rivalry rekindled to stoke support for hospital County Cup Grudge Match raises over $2,700 for auxiliary JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

Sadly, this corner can only remember glimmers of the old Picton-Wellington hockey wars. By the time your humble scribe can recall cutting his teeth on a local frozen bathtub, the old Picton Arena had succumbed to a Boxing Day blaze in late 1983. Shortly afterward, an era of co-operation (or at least ceasefire) between the Picton and District and Wellington and District Minor Hockey Associations started and, by the end of the decade, a minor hockey amalgamation started to put to bed a lengthy laundry list of on-ice slights, scores to be settled and high-tension tournament contests to be avenged. Ask young minor hockey players what they know about local hockey history and the Picton-Wellington rivalry and it's likely to lead to a quizzical looks and shrugged shoulders. But that long-forgotten rivalry gained another layer Saturday night as players that once proudly wore the blue and white of Picton or the white, red and black of Wellington gathered at Essroc Arena Saturday night in a grudge match contest for what was described as the County Cup. The brainchild of Wellington's Tim Lloyd and Picton native Steve McConnell, the game was less about evening old scores and more about reunions and good times-at least on the surface. “We had guys show up from

KICKING THEM OUT Wellington’s Dan Davies is foiled by the acrobatic netminding of Picton’s Steve McConnell during County Cup play at Essroc Arena Saturday evening. The charity grudge match raised over $2,700 for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. (Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

Hamilton, Stoney Creek and North Bay and some of them we haven't seen in 20 years,” Lloyd reported Over 150 fans were in attendance to cheer on their favourite players and all told, over $2,700 was raised for the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. On the ice, Picton probably showed better than the 12-6 final score would indicate. Midway through the second period, nice goals by Picton's Billy Stacey and Jim Young had the contest at 4-4 and it appeared to be anyone's hockey game. But a flurry of Wellington goals late in the second stanza including markers from Tony McQuaid and Brandon Wana-

maker helped the hosts to an 84 score through two frames. Some nice netminding in the Wellington cage kept Picton at bay and Tim Lloyd finished of a pretty passing play between

himself, brother Andy Lloyd and Wanamaker to finish the scoring in the final seconds. In the victors dressing room after a hard fought contest, the yelps were long and the refresh-

ments cold. “Out-played and outclassed,” was how Wellington skipper Chris Weir described the vanquished opponents who would certainly be licking their

wounds long after they traversed Loyalist (loser) Parkway and retreated to the safety of their meagre hovels. “Our defence was just OK but our goaltending trio of Steve Purtelle, Jim Keene and Rick Marshall was way too much for them,” Weir stated. Across the Essroc playing surface and inside the Picton dressing room the mood was much more sombre. When alerted to the winning coach's comments, friend of the press and Picton bench boss Robert Quaiff spoke of an honest type of hockey his side had demonstrated-or at least tried to before Wellington got deep into their dirty-tricks playbook. “I thought we had a little more reverence for the game by not driving so hard to the net,” Quaiff said. A smarting warrior piped up and noted that a return match inside the confines of Picton's home rink would have a much different outcome should the Wellington club dare to leave their tiny village and offer a rematch-perhaps some time in the distant future lest the Picton side could work in a practice or two to hone long-forgotten skills.

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RYLA encourages Bunton’s volunteerism Oeno Gallery staffer gives time to new regional youth council ADAM BRAMBURGER STAFF WRITER

In her high school and university days, Michelle Bunton frequently volunteered in her school and her community. Then, she graduated and the landscape changed. “It’s scary when you leave university and head out into this mystical adult world,” Bunton said, noting that young people often had the comforts of working with teachers and other elders who would help organize activities. “Now, it’s our turn to be leaders.” After completing her studies at Western University last year and earning a degree in fine arts and English literature, the Belleville native returned to Oeno Gallery to work as a curatorial assistant — a job she enjoys because it allows her to build on her education by working with artists, taking care of installations, promoting the gallery through social networking, and talking with prospective buyers and guests. While Bunton was working there, curator Carlyn Moulton gave her a nudge to take part in a program that helped Bunton find her fire for community work. Bunton explained a fellow staff member, Zach Shunock, had been sponsored to attend the one-week Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program at Loyalist College previously and Moulton thought Bunton could benefit. “I hadn’t heard of the program. I was aware of Rotary as I received a scholarship from Rotary in high school, but I didn’t know about the RYLA program,” she said. “I sent in my application and it was reviewed by the different districts.” Last May, Bunton packed her bags for a one-week stay to take part in the program, which encourages active community participation among 19-25 year olds. Bunton said she was a bit nervous at first with many of the other participants still in post-secondary education, but said she quickly warmed to the schedule. Each day, the participants worked in small groups at different modules designed to help them understand their leadership styles and how they could interact to give back in the community. “The Rotary motto of ‘Service Above Self’ came up... The overarching theme was you have the ability to help people,’ she said. After the day’s activities, the participants had the chance to get to know each other better through down time and dramatic ice-breaking activities. “I found some fast friends,” she said. “The people you were with were from different disciplines but we were all vol-

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LAUNCHING LEADERSHIP Picton Rotary past-president Rick Jones and

Michelle Bunton, a participant in last year’s Rotary Youth Leadership Awards program at Loyalist College promote the program which encourages youth to become involved in the community.(Adam Bramburger/Gazette staff)

unteers, leaders, and top students. We can learn different things from each other,” she said. Some of those people came from the Greater Toronto Area and others were from the Quinte region that Bunton hadn’t yet met. The participants also had opportunities to network with Rotarians across District 7070, which stretches from Alliston to Picton, and hear about what they are offering within their communities. There were learning opportunities in the community — the participants helped in a community garden in Belleville Bunton didn’t know existed — and within small groups. Bunton said everyone expressed frustration about an exercise where her group was tied in a length of rope and blindfolded. They had to straighten themselves out and make a rectangle with the rope. “It was a bunch of really strong-minded people,” she said. “I think it took a long time.” Eventually, the young people learned the strengths and weaknesses of the traits they possess and how they might be able to use them to lead. For example, they worked with the DiSC personality profile to determine if their leadership traits most reflected dominance, influence, steadiness, or conscientiousness. For Bunton, her dominant and conscientious traits were strongest and she said now she’s aware of those, she can harness them in her work. Overall, she said she’s happy she was selected and that she dedicated a week for such development. “It was definitely worthwhile, I’m really happy I did it,” she said. With fond memories of her time playing and coaching basketball, organizing intramurals, and broadcasting at St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School and the recent encouragement with RYLA, Bunton decided again

last December that she would volunteer in her community. When MP Neil Ellis decided he wanted to create a youth council for the Bay of Quinte riding, Bunton let her name stand and she was selected as a member. Thus far, that experience has also been a rewarding one. “It’s been good. There has been more online (meetings) than I had imagined. A lot of it has been social media and Facebook,” she said. “It’s good to see that young people want to meet. It’s sort of the 20-plus crowd and at our first meeting, we had a really big roundtable.” In the early stages of that process, Bunton said there has been a great deal of seminar work about how to be a leader in the community — much of which builds on her RYLA background. She said the youth council is talking about getting young people involved with a future Habitat For Humanity project. Personally, Bunton hopes that she can continue to work on her contemporary, conceptual art and she is also hoping that she may play a role in bringing the arts community together within the region. In particular, she said she’d like to work in the establishment of artist-run centres that provide workshops and opportunities for collaborative projects.

APPLICANTS SOUGHT

Meanwhile, the Rotary Club of Picton is in the process of identifying young people who might benefit from the RYLA opportunity this year and is facing an April 1 deadline to ensure that candidate will be included in the event May 14 to May 19. Interested youth can visit www.rotary7070.org to learn more about the program itself or contact the Picton club’s co-ordinator Grant Reynolds at gereynolds427@gmail.com.

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is offering three bursaries in the amount of $2,000 per recipient. The bursaries are available for students of OFA families who are entering or currently pursuing a post-secondary education in an agriculture-related program. The bursaries funds were raised at the 2016 Annual General Meeting silent auction. The bursaries will be awarded regionally, including one recipient from each region across Ontario (Northern, Eastern and South-Western). Eligible applicants include students of OFA families from across the province. Applicants should be able to demonstrate volunteer and industry related accomplishments, an interest in agriculture and rural issues, community involvement and satisfactory academic performance. The selected recipients will be announced at the 2017 OFA Annual General Meeting. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, June 30, 2017. Please submit all application forms to bursary@ofa.on.ca.

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The Picton Gazette

League offers a variety of competition across region for recreational players

Local hockey teams find home in ICHL JASON PARKS STAFF WRITER

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From the unknown to the sublime, The Prince Edward County Minor Hockey Association (PECMHA) took a step towards unfamiliar territory this season. The association's local league, formerly known as house league, had a few successful years operating as a joint-pilot project with the minor hockey associations in Quinte West, Stirling and Napanee. But a reclassification by the Ontario Minor Hockey Association of the Quinte West system last spring put an end to the pilot project and leaving PECMHA local league players without a place to play for the 2016-2017. Enter the Inter-Community Hockey League (ICHL). “It's been very positive overall and the weather has made it an even more positive experience,” PECMHA president Darren Marshall said “The winter cooperated in terms of travel and I'm not going to say it's going to be the same next year but we are very satisfied from an operational and organizational standpoint.” The ICHL includes teams from the novice to midget age groups from PECMHA, Stirling, Napanee, Deseronto, Stone Mills, Loyalist Township, Frontenac and Gananoque. Locally, due to lack of additional entry teams, PECMHA was able to field two teams in

GOING FOR GOLD-AGAIN The AtoMC Atom Green Kings will be one of

the Local League teams from Prince Edward County playing for ICHL gold this weekend. The club won the Brighton Braves tournament in December.(Jason Parks/Gazette staff)

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EllERbEcK- Ben. In memory of a dear father and grandfather, who passed away March 25, 1999. Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed and still very dear. Always loved & missed Bev, Lawrence & Adam.

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HIcKS- In loving memory of William Hicks, who passed away March 25, 2005. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you are always there. The gates of memory will never close We miss you more than anyone knows With tender love and deep regret We miss you and will never forget. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered. By wife Margaret and son Brett.

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MARTIN, In loving memory of our Mom, grandmother and great grandmother, Eunice Martin, who passed away March 21, 2016. Until we meet again Those special memories of you Will always bring a smile. If only I could have you back For just a little while. Then we could sit and talk again Just like we used to do. You always meant so very much And always will. Do to the fact that you’re no longer here Will always cause me pain But you’re forever in my heart Until we meet again. Loved always Ruth (Ted), Cindy, Steven and Sage. VADER- William Allan. In memory of a dear husband, dad, father-inlaw and cherished grandfather, who passed away March 26, 2009. We’ll never forget the way you smiled The words you use to say. The many things you did for us In your own loving way. Of all that life has given us And all that is left to do One of life’s greatest gifts Are the years we spent with you. Lovingly remembered by Mavis, Sandra & Paul, Sharon & Brian, Ken & Suzanne and families.

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VANCE- Clara June 1943-2010 There is a face we shall always remember A voice, a smile, we shall always recall Memories to cherish forever Of one so loved by us all. But it isn’t what we write It isn’t what we say It’s how we feel inside As we think of you each day. May the winds of love blow softly And whisper for you to here That we’ll always love and miss you And wish that you were here. Forever in our hearts Your family

Ed Vanhecke

VESTERVELT, In loving memory of Cletus Raymond Vestervelt who left us on March 26, 2016. Words are few Thoughts are deep Memories of you we will always keep Love you forever Betty Paulette Wally Patsy Cindy and Families

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WANAMAKER, Paul who passed away March 25, 2009 and Francis who passed away March 26, 2012. If I could have a lifetime wish And a dream that could come true I would pray to God with all my heart Just to see and speak to you. A thousand words won’t bring you back I know because I’ve tried. And neither will a million tears, I know because we’ve cried. You left behind our broken hearts And precious memories too We’ll cherish all the memories But were still missing you. Forever remembered. Love Janet, Brandon, Lacey and boys, Mackenzie, Nathan and family.

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In loving memory of

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March 27, 1928 - March 22, 2016 Memories of Dad We will take this special moment To turn our thoughts to Dad Thank him for the home he gave For all the things we had. We think about the fleeting years Too quickly, gone for good It seems like only yesterday We'd go back there if we could. A time when Dad was always there, No matter what the weather. Always strong when things went wrong He held our lives together. He strived so hard from day to day And never once complained. With steady hands, he worked so hard And kept the family name. He taught us that hard work pays off, You reap just what you sow. He said that if you tend your crops, Your field will overflow. Our lives have been bountiful He taught us how to give In his firm and steadfast way He taught us how to live. Dad dwells among the angels now We miss him every day He glides across a golden field And in our memories he will stay. Love you Dad Miss you every day.

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DEATH

BUDER, Wilhelmina May

Peacefully at H.J. McFarland Memorial Home on Saturday March 18th, 2017. Tootie Buder, formerly of Harmony Home and Bloomfield at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late Jake. Dear mother of Helen Jackson (Reg) of Bloomfield and John (Beth) of Wellington. Tootie will be sadly missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. A memorial graveside service will be held in the Hicksite Cemetery on Wednesday May 24th, at 10:30 a.m. Reverend Audrey Whitney to officiate. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations to the Childrens Aid Society or the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to

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HARDON, Margaret Eileen 'Lee'

Peacefully, with her family by her side, at the Hallowell House Nursing Home, Lee Hardon (nee Colley) passed away on Wednesday March 15, 2017, at the age of 93. Predeceased by her beloved husband William Henry 'Harry' Hardon in 1997 and her parents Ernest and Rose (nee Willis) Colley, Lee is survived by her son John, his wife Shari and grandaughter Rachel, all of Bloomfield. Dear sister of the late Cyril (Kate Colley) and the late Enid (late Ken Baum), all of England and sister in law of George (late Hazel) Clark of Perth. Lee will be remembered by her nieces and nephews and cherished her loving and caring extended family at Hallowell House. As was her preference, cremation has taken place and a family committal will be held at Glenwood Cemetery in the spring. If desired, memorial donations to the PECM Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by her family. Arrangements entrusted to the FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE

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Rest in Peace

DEATHS

LOUNSBERRY, James Bruce

Suddenly after a short battle with cancer at Belleville General Hospital on Friday March 17th, 2017. Jim Lounsberry of Tweed, formerly of the County, at the age of 70. Retired from Essroc after 44 years of service. Beloved husband of Rhea for forty-two years, father of Anna Lounsberry Gulliver (Jason) of Tweed and Rob (Sara Scheid) of Belleville and proud Grandpa of Pierce, Scarlet, Myles, Morgan, Natalie and Karlee. Dear brother of Larry (Lucille) of Picton, John (Darlene) of Cornwall, Ken (Rose) of Etobicoke, Paul (Melissa) of Tweed and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Jim was a dedicated volunteer with the Prince Edward Yacht Club, Picton Kinsmen, Picton Air Cadets and Food for Learning, Tweed. Funeral Service was held at the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton on Tuesday March 21st at 2 pm. Cremation to follow. If desired, donations to the 851 Prince Edward Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron or Food for Learning at St. Carthaghs Catholic School would be appreciated. Family received friends on Monday evening from 6 until 8 pm.

DEATHS

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COOK, Thomas William Roy “Bill”

Peacefully at the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital on Wednesday March 15th, 2017. Georgina Nelson of Chuckery Hill, Picton at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Roland. Dear mother of Shirley Abar of Picton, Doug (Christine) of Picton, Jamie at home and the late Donald, Ron, Laverne and Roy. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Daniel, Lorie, Amanda, Tracy, Tina, Nicole and the late Steven. A memorial service will be held in the chapel of the Whattam Funeral Home, 33 Main Street, Picton, ON, on Monday March 20th at 2 p.m. Mr. Sasha Schnell to officiate. Friends may visit with the family from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. If desired, donations to the Picton Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses would be appreciated by the family. Cremation has taken place with interment in Cherry Valley Cemetery in the spring.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Thomas William Roy “Bill” Cook on Tuesday March 14, 2017 at the age of 87 years. He served his country from 20th November, 1953 to 7th April, 1981 in the Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps and in the Canadian Armed Forces, rising to the rank of Master Warrant Officer. Bill Cook loved fishing and Country Music especially Hank Snow. He was predeceased by his loving wife Mary Francis Prout and sons Ronald and Gerald Cook. He is survived by his children William (Kathryn) Cook, Thomas Cook, Brenda Kennedy-Cook, Bonny (Michael) Ratnayake and partner Robin Samuel. Devoted grandfather of 18 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. His smile, love and humour will be sorely missed by all who knew him. A special thank you to the Montfort Hospital 6th floor for all their care and support. Family and friends may pay respect at the St. Gregory the Great Church 7 Church St. on Saturday March 25, 2017 at 1 p.m.In memoriam donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. www.kellyfh.ca

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Peacefully at Smith Falls/Perth District Hospital (Smith Falls site) on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Marice Shirley (Galway) McWilliam of Perth in her 92nd year. Wife of the late Howard McWilliam/Robert S. Manlow. Predeceased by her parents Clifford (Aluvia) Galway and brother Manford (Marjorie) Galway. Mother of Robert (Bonnie) Manlow, Linda (Allan) Dunlop and Lisa McWilliam. Fondly remembered by her 6 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren, sisters-inlaw Helen (McWilliam) Foster, Betty (Manlow) Clarke, Freda Manlow and many nieces and nephews. Special friend of Sharon Zufelt. Graveside service was held at St. John's Cemetery, Leeds on Saturday, March 18 at 2:30pm.

GEORGE FRANK MOORES

(December 4, 1937-March 13, 2017) passed away at Hospice Prince Edward surrounded by the love of his family after a battle with Lewy Body Dementia. George will be missed by his wife Lyn Strachan, his daughters Jennifer Moores and Cheryl Shepard both in England. His daughters Catherine (Scott) Chamberlain from Peterborough and Christina (Nigel) Ford of Pontypool. His stepchildren Darryl (Vicki) Strachan of Picton and Laura Strachan of Belleville. He will be missed by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. George was brother of William (Charmayne) and Marion (John) Pugh in the UK. George spent many years of his life as a truck driver in both the UK and North America. He was born with wanderlust. He also spent many happy holidays travelling with his brother-in-law and best friend John and sister Marion in United States and Europe. George was a gently soul who loved all animals and will be missed by his dog Billie. At George’s request, there will be no service or funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Quinte Humane Society or Hospice Prince Edward would be appreciated.

December 17, 1923 - March 19, 2017

GERTRUDE WALMSLEY

Passed away at her home in Wellington. Daughter of the late Palen Clark Walmsley and Mabel (nee Watson). Dear sister of Prudence Kingsley and the late Clark Walmsley. Loving aunt of Sharon Newman (Russ), Elaine Groves (Jim), Kathleen KingsleyBondy (Mike), Jean Madaleno (Paul) and Glenn Kingsley. Great aunt to Karen, Bill, Laura, Jeff and Daniel and great great aunt to Emma, Benjamin and Ryan. Dear friend of the Alyea “kids” and their kids. Many thanks to Brenda Beale for her support, encouragement and care. Gertrude was a longtime seamstress at G.F. Fraser & Sons and Fraser’s Grey Room. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, March 30th, 2017 at the Wellington United Church at 11:00 a.m. Reverend Steve Spicer officiating. Memorial Donations to the PEC Memorial Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Ainsworth Funeral Home, 288 Noxon Avenue, Wellington. Online donations and condolences at www.ainsworthfuneralhome.com

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All claims against the Estate of Louis Frederick Stevens, late of the City of Picton, in the County of Prince Edward, Province of Ontario, who died on or about the 11th day of January, 2017 must be filed with the undersigned on or before the 7th day of May, 2017, after which date the Estate will be distributed with regard only to the claims of which the undersigned shall then have notice.

In the Estate of Reinhold Lawrence Gutzman, late of Picton, Ontario, Canada.

Paula Ann Stevens and Timothy Frederick Stevens ESTATE TRUSTEES by their SOLICITOR

Thereafter, the assets of the estate will be distributed having regard only to the claims then filed.

DATED at Picton this 14th day of March, 2017.

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All claims against the estate of Reinhold Lawrence Gutzman, late of Picton, who died on or about February 25, 2017, must be filed with the undersigned not later than April 10, 2017.

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Claims against the Estate of Carl Thomas Williams, deceased, of the County of Prince Edward who died on February 18, 2017 must be in our hands by the 21st of April, 2017 after which date the estate will be distributed. Dated at Picton on this 7th day of March 2017. PRETSELL DAVIES THOMPSON BENTON LLP 194 Main Street Picton, ON K0K 2T0 Solicitors for the Estate of Carl Thomas Williams

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Policy identified as a priority for 2018 Clippers poised to add three teams next year TREES, from page 1

“Implementation policies, including establishing an inventory of County trees and encouraging stewardship of the village and town forests will increase public awareness,” she said. Jenkinson said an inventory of trees assists with tree inspection and maintenance and makes for better management of urban forests long term. She said both the Wellington and Picton secondary plans call for such an inventory. “Resources are scarce everywhere nowadays, so creating and implementing a tree policy may seem like an impossible task, but the commitment to

volunteerism is strong here,” she said. She said recent meetings between the field naturalists, master gardeners and horticultural society have demonstrated their commitment. “These people are passionate about trees and wish to be involved in promoting and preserving them,” said Jenkinson. Councillor Lenny Epstein tabled the motion. He said the groups contacted him after being sparked by the replacement of mature trees along Picton's Main Street. In November 2015, council passed a motion requesting staff to provide options for tree policies that align with the municipality's secondary plans, settle-

ment areas, and best management practices as laid out by the Canadian Urban Forest Network. Epstein said he would like to see a sort of ad hoc policy development approach that would include the public, “so that when the policy comes back to council as we've requested, we've already done that consultation work.” “We only have two years left in this term and I would like to see things move forward,” he said. Engineering, development and works commissioner Robert McAuley said he supports the approach. He said council has already identified the tree policy as a 2018 priority.

Rep basketball appears to be gaining a larger foothold in Prince Edward County. The County Clippers announced this week they intend to field teams in Ontario Basketball Association leagues in the Under-10 co-ed division, the Under-12 boys division, and the Under-19 boys division in addition to the five teams being

offered this year. Applications will be available for potential coaches of all teams May 1. Meanwhile, this weekend will be a busy one for Clippers teams. The Under-12 girls will be in York Region competing in a six-team provincial championship tournament. The Under-14 boys are also on the road in the Hamilton Blessed Sacrament tournament.

On the home court, the Pretsell Davies Thompson Benton Law Under-16 Boys County Clippers will play Ottawa Next Level and the Gatineau Dragons Sunday at noon and 3 p.m. respectively. Coach Caleb Hugh expects good competition in both games. -Adam Bramburger, Staff

Coach happy with Wellington’s even-strength play DUKES, from page 24

Abrams has noticed this club is different than in recent years and the proof is in the club's five-on-five play. Without extra attackers and penalty kill situations, through nine playoff games this Welling-

ton Dukes hockey team has given the opposition everything it can handle. “Our five-on-five play had been outstanding,”Abrams said, “We want to win this series and we still think we can but the commitment and the drive and determination shown by this team has

been something else. I've had moments sitting back and watching these guys, and they've had times when a lesser team might have packed it in but they are great at turning the page and going harder.” Wellington hosts Game 4 tonight at 7:30 at Essroc Arena.

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Walkathon for Picton splash pad this Saturday adults, while children ages five to 12 are admitted for a donation and children under five are admitted free. Quaiff said members of the Picton United Church board expressed an interest in the project and offered to host the dinner. “We're so pleased community groups are stepping up and doing this,” she said. Behind the scenes, the committee has been hard at work figuring out the final details of the splash pad. The project needed a heritage impact assessment and letter of approval from heritage officials as the fairgrounds have a heritage designation. That has been secured through ERA Architects, who donated their services. “They provided a report for us that talks about the fairgrounds and them being designated a heritage site and how the splash pad adds to the existing skatepark and should have no impact on the heritage at all,” said Quaiff. The committee has also carried out an assessment on the viability of a bioswale system for the splash pad. The bioswale system would allow water from the splash pad to filter though a drainage course, removing any contaminants, before flowing naturally into the water table. Quaiff said the results of that assessment were positive and the committee will be utilizing the system. That means water runoff from the splash pad won't flow into the municipal wastewater system, allowing the committee

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The public are being encouraged to get out their walking shoes this weekend as the walkathon in support of the Picton splash pad hits the track this week. About 30 people have registered their pledge sheets to participate in the splash pad fundraiser, which takes place Saturday, March 25 from 1–4 p.m. at the Wellington and District Community Centre's indoor track. Picton splash pad committee co-chair Susan Quaiff said while registrations have been fewer than anticipated, there's still time for local fundraisers to get behind the event. “There's still time if they start to collect — even without the pledge sheets,” Quaiff said. “They can get their pledge sheets that day and we can complete them then if they like.” She said every donation helps edge the project closer to reality. To this point, the committee has approximately $35,000–$40,000 left to raise of its $250,000-goal. Quaiff said there's no minimum amount for pledges and all donations are appreciated. Any donation over $20 is eligible for a tax receipt. The walkathon on isn't the only splash pad fundraiser taking place this month. On Friday, March 31 from 5–7:30 p.m., Picton United Church will be hosting a roast beef dinner in support of the project. There will also be a silent auction. The dinner costs $15 for

to cut back on operating costs. “It makes it more efficient to operate and not as high-cost,” Quaiff said. “We would have had to pay for water coming in and out and this way we don't.” She said Wentworth Landscapes owner and splash pad committee member Scott Wentworth has utilized bioswales on other projects and proposed it for the local initiative. “We had a marine engineer look at it for our location and it really made good sense,” Quaiff said. “We proposed it to the local engineer at the municipality and we got health unit approval on it as well.” The committee was hoping to have the entire $250,000 total raised in order to have construction begin in April, shooting for a Canada Day 2017 opening. However, Quaiff said the splash pad committee will be appearing before committee of the whole on March 30 to ask for council's permission to proceed with construction before hitting the final fundraising goal. Quaiff said the committee would present councillors with a fundraising plan at the meeting. “We would like to get digging in early April so that we can reach our goal which was to be open for Canada Day 150,” she said. “We do have some other fundraising planned as well.” She said the ongoing fundraising plan includes additional paint nights with dates to be announced.

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Awesome grant provides greater access to PECI production MACBETH, from page 12

Laliberte and Deal show great chemistry on stage, both extremely expressive and confident in their roles. Griffth said she saw the message in the play as one about power and how it can control on people and make them turn on those they love. "It doesn't give you a clear mind set," she said. Another Grade 12 student and veteran of several PECI productions, Griffith said she felt this play was a bit different because it attracted new faces to the cast and allowed her to meet new friends. It was also different in that she really had to concentrate on the role she was performing. "The language is kind of diffi-

cult," she said. "I wasn't too sure on what they were saying, so I actually had to read it and get into the character more to understand what was really going on." Witnessing the strong performances from the likes of Laliberte, Griffth, and Maycock and knowing the message of equality prevalent in many recent PECI productions, one might wonder if Sheahan intentionally cast females in those traditionally male roles to prove a point. He said he didn't, but the message rings true. "It was never 100 per cent. It's part for the course, even in community theatre sometimes, that you don't get as many guys out as you'd like," he said. "Ruth came in with a male monologue prepared and she rocked it. These young women were strong enough and

Musical features new, returning faces NUNSENSE, from page 13

Lynda Zadan plays the wacky Sister Mary Amnesia. A newcomer to Prince Edward County and making her Mummers debut is Robin Snip, who plays Sister Mary Robert Anne and rounding out the cast is Julie Lane, who returns to the Mount Tabor stage as Sister Mary Leo. ``I am thrilled to be returning to the Mummers after leaving to attend university in Hamilton and St. Catharines.`` said Lane. ``It`s been three years since my last stage performance, but I`m excited to be diving back in with

this cast and crew.`` Nunsense appears on Milford`s Mt. Tabor stage Friday March 31, Saturday, April 1, Sunday April 2 and again Friday, April 7, Saturday, April 8 and closes Sunday, April 9. Tickets are $15 each and are available at Live Laugh Eat in Milford, Green Gables in Bloomfield, Sidestreet Gallery in Wellington, Books & Company in Picton, Hamlet Grocery in Consecon and through the Quinte Arts Council in Belleville. For more information, please contact Briar at 613-243-2923 or briar_boyce@hotmail.com

confident enough to take on these roles… a high school production is all about giving the students the ability to learn and improve and try something different." Also appearing in the production: Quinn Bennett plays Duncan and Siward; Tristen Usher plays Lennox; Julie Scott plays Ross; Callum McDonald plays Malcolm; Fleance; and the Third Apparition; Matthew Cohen plays Porter, Old Man, and Young Siward; Shelby Gratton plays Lady Macduff, the Second Apparition, Seyton, and Soldier; Izzy DeCastris plays Macduff's son, Donalbain, and soldier; Aliyah Jarvis plays Sergeant and Gentlewoman; Anthony Cumpsty plays Angus, First Apparition, and Messenger; and Ashley Biafore plays Messenger, Atten-

dant, Servant, and Messenger. Another Grade 12 drama program veteran, Codie Goodman, has taken on stage-managing duties. "Codie has been very trustworthy in taking on a position of responsibility that's done by staff members in a lot of schools," Sheahan said. The curtain rises April 5 with an elementary school matinee and there will be a performance for PECI students April 6. Community performances will be held April 6-8 at PECI's Gym B at 7 p.m. Tickets for the 90-minute show are free, thanks to a grant from the local Awesome Foundation chapter. Audience members can secure tickets in advance at Books & Company to ensure they'll have a seat for the performance.

Upgrade costs expected to exceed $60,000 LANE, from page 5

In January, resident Ray Patterson again requested the lane be assumed by the municipality and winter maintenance be undertaken by the County. Council made a motion to have staff bring forward a report on changing the status of the road to assumed. That staff report cites Policy RD 100 which stipulates that private and unassumed roads must be constructed to meet the requirements of the public works commissioner prior to being assumed. The report says Wellers Lane has been inspected and “is not current-

ly constructed to a standard typically satisfying assumption, even as a gravel road.” The report says staff continue not to support the lane's assumption as is. The report concludes that if the road is assumed as is, all responsibility and cost for upgrade, maintenance and repairs would transfer to taxpayers. The report says the estimated cost to construct the turnaround and finish the gravel road is estimated at $60,000–$75,000. It estimates the annual life-cycle cost for the gravel road at $3,100. The motion will come before council on March 28.

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Saturday and Sunday Join us for our annual Sugar Shack Shindig featuring Whoa

Nellie!

12 noon through dinner service. Small plates at lunchtime. Full Maple Themed Dinner Menu and Cocktails reservations recommended. 1768 Cty Rd 17, Milford 613-476-8576 jacksonfalls.com

Fosterholm Farms Inc. Producers of High Quality Grain, Vegetable and Maple Syrup Products since 1924 Visit our 7, 500 tap sugar bush. Walk through our woods and see how maple syrup is made. Hosts: Clifford and Dean Foster

Homemade Pancake & Sausage Breakfast: Saturday and Sunday • 7am to 5pm Adults $12. Children $6. 2234 County Rd. 18 613.393.5655 www.fosterholm.com

292 Mowbray Rd

613.476.6120

www.nymanfarms.com

Take this handy map and reference guide to visit these local businesses. Enjoy the weekend

The Picton Gazette

SUGARBU S B B SH HU &

Masonic Lake Lodge No. 215 hosting their

40th Annual Pancake Breakfast • Adults $10, Kid & Family rate available

Come enjoy the full “Maple Experience” Cabin - 1937 Rednersville Rd.

Saturday & Sunday March 25 & 26 Pancake Breakfast ~ Both days 9am to 2pm Breakfast - 332 Pulver Rd.

SAR Demonstration Sat. 9:30am - 424 Squadron FREE wagon rides (weather permitting) from cabin to the breakfast near sugarhouse. Lumberjack shows both days (weather permitting). Handcrafted maple products made on site.

Nyman Farms Happy . Healthy . Sustainable

March 25 & 26, 9am to 5pm We love our maple syrup and we love to share the experience of making and tasting it!

Come enjoy: • Pork maple sausage on a bun • Jersey burgers and • Nymans own maple version of the Beaver Tail “Jersey Tails” Local Vendors: Papa Ganoush and Momma Hummus Pyramid Ferments • V.R Sudz n Stuff Cressy Mustard • Jubilee Farms Hinterland Winery • Sunningdale Farms Activities: Sugarshack full of all things maple, barn full of baby animals, sandbox full of trucks, camp fire, maple sampling, taffy on snow.

Sugarshack Specials: Buy 1L syrup, get 60g maple butter free. Buy 2L or more, get 125g maple butter free. Community Outreach: Canned food and cash donations accepted for the two County food banks.

JOIN US AS WE PAY TRIBUTE TO A

timeless tradition EAT, DRINK,

CELEBRATE Maple in The County

From 11:00am - 6:00pm

March 25 & 26, 2017

876 County Road 49, Picton

PARSONSBREWING

VISIT 12 SUGARBUSHES! MEET YOUR MAPLE HOSTS! WAUPOOS ESTATES WINERY & SUGARBUSH

Hosts: Ron and Janice Hubbs (Cabin) 1937 Rednersville Rd. 3 (Sugarhouse/Breakfast) 332 Pulver Rd. 613-966-8997 | Sat. & Sun., 9am to 2pm Celebrate spring and enjoy wagon rides from the Sweetwater Cabin to the Sugarhouse. Visit us for the 40th Annual Masonic Pancake Breakfast by Lake Lodge No.215. Lumberjack show both days.

3013/3016 County Rd. 8, Waupoos 613-476-8338 | www.waupooswinery.com Sat. & Sun., 8am to 5pm Pancake Breakfast and Maple Inspired Lunch from 8am to 4pm. Taffy in the snow. On Saturday March 25 from 11am to 2pm, ‘Krackles’ will be making “balloon animals” for the kids. Petting zoo. Popcorn with maple drizzle. Complimentary wine and cider tastings.

FOSTERHOLM FARMS

WALT’S SUGAR SHACK

Hosts: Cliff, Dean & Rylan Foster 2234 County Rd. 18, Picton 613-393-5655 | www.fosterholm.com Sat. & Sun., 7am to 5pm Visit our 7500 tap sugar bush in operation since 1924. See how maple syrup is made and take a walk through our woods. We serve unlimited maple syrup with our delicious homemade pancake and sausage breakfast all day long. Adults $12/Children $6. Maple candy, maple butter, baked goods and fresh maple syrup.

Host: Brian Walt 1671 Salem Rd., Consecon | 613-965-6381 Sat. & Sun., 8am to 5pm | www.waltssugarshack.ca Pancake/Maple Sausage Breakfast & Beverage: Adults $10/Children $5. Enjoy a horse and buggy ride, petting zoo, face painting and shows on our outdoor stage. Visit our gift store and watch a demonstration from sap to syrup. Maple taffy on snow $2.

STRICTLY MAPLE

2017

MARCH 25 - 26

FREE FAMILY EVENTS! FREE PUBLIC SKATING

Hosts: Todd and Susan Vader 1260 County Rd. 18, RR1 Cherry Valley 613-476-7537 | Sat. & Sun., 9am to 5pm Visit our 2800 tap sugar bush, overlooking East Lake. Tour the sap house – a family tradition since 1910. Educational maple displays and photos. Delight in mouth watering maple taffy, maple butter and other maple products for sale. Maple Kettle Corn, popped fresh on site.

20811 Loyalist Parkway, Consecon 613-242-6313 | www.strictlymaple.com Sat. & Sun., 9am to 4pm We are a small scale maple production (1000 spiles on maple lines, established in 2009) that strives to bring quality maple products to your table. Enjoy our maple syrup on Shannon’s favourite flap jacks and sausages: unlimited panakes, Adults $10/Children $5 (12 & under). Bring your rubber boots and walk to the sugar bush to see our unique sap ladders at work.

NYMAN FARMS

THREE DOG WINERY & SUGARBUSH

FREE FAMILY MOVIE

Hosts: John, Michelle, Shea and family 292 Mowbray Rd., Picton 613-476-6120 | www.nymanfarms.com Sat. & Sun., 9am to 5pm Tour the sugar shack, enjoy a day in the sandbox or have a play date in the barn with baby lambs, chicks, pigs and baby calves; while mom and dad enjoy a maple pork sausage, a jersey beef burger or a bowl of hearty soup. Finish off with a delicious “jersey tail” pastry. Collecting food for the local food banks. Local vendors on site.

Hosts: John & Sacha Squair 1920 Fish Lake Rd., Demorestville 613 403-4323 | www.threedogwine.com Sat. & Sun., 11am to 5pm Join us for the Children’s Marshmallow Roast and taste Maple walnut sausages from Seed to Sausage, waffles with our own maple syrup. Complimentary wine tasting with a donation to Sophiasburgh Recreation Committee. Visit the Therapy Horses of Archway Connection. Take a 4km hike (boots recommended) to our sugar bush, and help us boil down. Dogs welcome (of course!).