Community roundtable meeting sparks ideas for Amherstburg events

By Danica Skakavac

Representatives on behalf of their respective community-based organizations met at the Amherstburg Community Hub, formerly St. Bernard’s School, to collaborate and discuss their ideas for upcoming events last week.

The purpose of the Amherstburg Community Team (ACT) roundtable, which takes place quarterly, is to mesh ideas for community involvement and support new and upcoming projects.

In attendance, there were members of the Rotary, Safe Families, Amherstburg Community Services, Bryerswood Youth Camp, the Lighthouse Church, St Vincent de Paul, and the Hope of St. Joseph Shelter.

The meeting, held last Wednesday evening, opened with a presentation by The Hope of St. Joseph Shelter, regarding their volunteer organization fundraising support for young girls and boys in the Congo.

they are always looking for community volunteers as well as donations and funds from their annual yard sale that assist in the cause.

Amherstburg Community Services discussed their upcoming Senior Expo, which will be taking place June 8. It will include presentations, giveaways, and vendor tables.

“It’s always a great place to bring our seniors together,” says Peggy Thompson, on behalf of Amherstburg Community Services, which will be celebrating it’s 50th anniversary this year.

Alongside ACS, the Rotary will be celebrating it’s 90th birthday this year as well, which has remained active in Amherstburg for as long as it has thanks to the wonderful community involvement.