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A letter from the Uptown Leamington BIA Shopping local is a vital component to our community. Many people do not understand the importance of their choices when they decide where to purchase their household goods. So why does buying local matter so much? Local businesses are constantly giving back to the communities that support them in a variety of ways. Whether it be donating to a cultural group like the theatre or arts centre, sponsoring a sports team, offering items for a school or church fundraisers or offering to share their knowledge with co-op students, local businesses are one of the components to the health of a community. In addition, these businesses provide much needed jobs for our citizens as well as opportunities for local artisans, farmers and more to market their goods and provide places to go with friends
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INGREDIENTS: • 1 lb. lean ground beef • 4 medium-sized mushrooms, chopped • 1 medium onion, chopped • 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels • 1-1/2 cups celery, finely chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 28 oz. can of diced tomatoes • 2 tbsp tomato paste • 2 tbsp basil • 1 tbsp oregano • 1/4 cup Italian parsley, chopped • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes • Kosher salt, fresh-ground black pepper • 1-1/2 cups cooked long grain rice • 1 cup shredded cheese (fontina, monterey jack or mozzarella)
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or family when they come into town. The service and quality that you receive from your friendly neighbourhood small business owner is not like anything you will experience online or in a big box store. From the tailor to the clothier, the farm to the table, the script to the theatrical production, our community survives and thrives when we all work together and provide support to these establishments. When you choose to shop local, you can be assured that your choices are contributing significantly to the well-being of your town. Shop small, shop local, shop Leamington....your choices matter more now than ever and our friendly merchants are looking forward to exceeding your expectations. - The Uptown Leamington BIA
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INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Brown lean ground beef in large pan over medium high heat for 5 minutes. 3. Add mushrooms, corn, celery, onion and garlic. Cook until softened. 4. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, and remainder of spices. Season with salt and pepper. 5. Cook for 15-20 minutes. 6. Stir in cooked rice and chopped parsley; cook for another 5 min. or until rice is warm. 7. Meanwhile, cut the Zing! peppers in half from top to bottom. Remove seeds and rind, then rinse. 8. Lightly sprinkle the inside of the peppers with salt and place in a microwave safe dish with 1/4 cup water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 4-5 minutes (until they soften). 9. Transfer to a 3 quart baking dish and fill peppers with meat and rice mixture. 10. Sprinkle with cheese and bake 20 minutes or until peppers are tender and cheese is browned. Serve hot. Recipe provided by: Orangeline Farms & Zing! Healthy Foods
Our family owned and operated farm specializes in growing quality potatoes in Albuna. Available: white, red, yellow, blue & fingerlings. We also have beets, carrots and onions.
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How Many Things Have You Done Locally?
We want to know how many things you have done across the communities of Wheatley, Leamington and Kingsville. Visited
a conservation area: Wheatley Provincial Park Two Creeks Conservation Area Kopegaron Woods Point Pelee National Park Hillman Marsh Conservation Area Jack Miner Migratory Bird Sanctuary
8 Reasons Why You Should Have A Staycation 1. You save money: When you stay local, you won’t spend nearly as much money on things like gas and accomodations.
2. No packing and unpacking: No need to pack a huge suitcase, and even better, no need to do a ton of laundry when you get home.
TOTAL: ____ /6 Attended an outdoor concert: Two Creeks Summer Concert Series Music On The 42nd at Seacliff Park Amphitheatre Sunday Afternoon Concert at Rick Atkin Park Friday Night Music at the Marina
3. Avoid the stress of travelling: You lessen the chances of encountering bumper-to-bumper traffic or road rage, and you will already be at your destination before anyone can ask, “Are we there yet?” 4. Less wasted time: You get to spend less time travelling and more time actually doing stuff. 5. You’re a tourist in your own community: You can do all the fun
TOTAL: ____ /4 Played outside: Cooled off at a local splasah pad Taken the kids to a local playground Had a picnic in the park Built sandcastles on a beach Gone kayaking or paddleboarding in Lake Erie Attended an outdoor movie Gone fishing in Lake Erie Biked the Chrysler Canada Greenway Played volleyball on the beach Teed off at a local golf course Gone birding Camped at a local campground
things you hear of people doing when they are visiting our area from out of town.
6. Easy to plan: It’s much easier to plan a trip when your destination is across town. 7. You’re supporting the local economy: Your money supports people
that live and work in our community, which means you’re helping to boost the local economy.
8. There’s no place like home: You’re always close to home in case anything goes wrong and, perhaps the best part of a staycation, you get to sleep in the comfort of your own bed.
Total: ____ /12 Experienced local food and drink: Eaten a fresh fish dinner from a local restaurant Purchased fresh produce and baked goods from a roadside stand Pick your own produce (i.e. berries, apples) Toured a local winery or brewery Barbequed meat from a local butcher Enjoyed an ice cream cone from an ice cream shop TOTAL: ____ /6 Attended a local festival/event: Wheatley Fish Festival Wheatley Windfest Hogs for Hospice Sun Parlour Rodeo Kingsville Folk Fest Ruthven Apple Festival Kingsville Migration Festival Erie Ramblers Thunderfest Leamington Fair TOTAL: ____ /9 Shopped local: Browsed shops/boutiques Made a purchase at a sidewalk sale Visited a local farmers’ market
Experienced the local arts: Viewed an exhibit at an art gallery Attended a local production Strolled through Arts @ the Marina Taken an art class or workshop
0-9: Neighbourhood Newbie Don’t worry, this just means there are still many adventures awaiting you. 10-19: Novice Dweller Not bad, but there is still a lot you can see and do.
TOTAL: ____ /4 a museum: Wheatley Heritage Society Canadian Transportation Museum & Heritage Village Essex County Steam & Gas Engine Museum Leamington Mersea Historical Society Kingsville Historical Park Museum Jack Miner Museum
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(NC) With the warm weather finally here, we’re all looking for ways to celebrate summer and embrace the great outdoors. Whether it’s the patio, park or beach calling your name, check this packing list to beat the heat in comfort and style: Keep warm. With hot days come chilly nights, so be sure to keep a blanket for staying warm in your trunk or bag if you’ll be outside all day. You can also sit on it to spare your shorts from pesky dirt stains. Protection is vital. Keep some sunscreen handy in your bag or purse and remember to re-apply every few hours or when you emerge from a swim. Don’t forget, you’re getting lots of rays, even when you’re underwater. Fresh tunes. Pack a portable speaker like the LG PK5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Meridian Technology. It is weatherproof and water resistant, so you can keep rocking even if rain falls on your parade. Download your music. Be sure you download your music before you hit the road to make sure you don’t hurt your monthly mobile bill. Think ahead. Check the weather on your smartphone and keep a spare battery or charger handy, so you’re ready when spontaneity strikes.
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20-29: Seasoned Citizen You’ve done a lot of things and you probably have plans to do even more. 30-39: Advanced Adventurer You’re well on your way to becoming a local expert. 40-50: Local Expert Wow, we’re impressed! You could be a local tour guide.
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produce from your local store. Here, Jeffrey Phung, produce expert, shares some of the ways he inspects Canadian produce to make sure he gets the very best. • Ensure foliage is crisp and green. This typically indicates that greens like lettuce or asparagus have been harvested recently, stored at the right temperature and are going to have that crunch you want on your plate. “When looking at fruit like strawberries or veggies like beets and carrots, healthy green stalks or leaves are good signs,” explains Phung. • Smell soft fruits like apricots, peaches and plums. Just like fine cheese, scent can be a good indicator of the freshness of fruit. Look for stone fruits that are fragrant and firm but yielding to the touch. For the best
flavour, keep these items out of your refrigerator and start by eating the ones that are more fragrant and soft. • Pinch grapes and poke cantaloupe. “There’s a reason you see people walk through the produce aisles pinching grapes,” says Phung. “Firm grapes typically last longer
and are juicier and sweeter.” Cantaloupe that is soft should only be selected if you’re preparing it that day, so it’s best to plan in advance and test it regularly by pressing near the stem. • As for knocking on watermelons, Phung is skeptical. “I’ve heard a lot of tricks to picking a good watermelon, but I think the best advice is to shop at the right place.”
A letter from Wheatley BIA The Wheatley BIA’s objective is to create a pleasant, thriving business district by building on the area’s intrinsic qualities and heritage. We are very proud of our local businesses who continue to support residents, tourists and local service groups. Enjoy a meal at one of the many restaurants. Shop at the various stores including the corner gift store or check out the local art displayed in some of the uptown businesses. Enjoy a round of golf at Talbot Trail Golf Course. Take in a Sunday evening concert at Two Creeks Conservation Area. Make use of the equipment and facilities available at our Wheatley Recreation Complex. Check out our new Proactive Health & Fitness Center opening in August, with a section for reflexology, weight training, cardio and group training classes. Sit back and enjoy the beautiful gardens at Coulter Park and Heatherington Park made possible by the Wheatley Horticultural Society and their many volunteers and supporters. Enjoy the nearby parks including Two Creeks Conservation Area, which has a 15 km biking and hiking trail, Kopegaron Woods Conservation Area, or Hillman Marsh Conservation Area. Bring your trailer, tent and bike and spend some time either at Wheatley Provincial Park, home to the endangered Blue Racer snake, or Campers Cove Campground. Stay at a beautiful local bed and breakfast or at one of the many cottage rentals. Go fishing! Contact a local sport charter! Or take a drive down to the harbour and check out why Wheatley is home to the world’s largest fresh water commercial fishing port, and while there, purchase fresh fish from one of the local fisheries. Enjoy the birds! Wheatley is situated along the main migratory corridor and offers some of the best bird watching in Ontario.
- Donna Matier, Wheatley BIA Secretary
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There is no shortage of great culinary finds here along the 42nd parallel. Stop by the Farmers’ Market, one of our roadside stands filled throughout the growing season with everything from apples to zucchini, or at one of the many restaurants that capture the authentic flavours of the many cultures that make up our community.
- John Paterson, Mayor of Leamington
The area’s rapidly growing greenhouse industry represents $1 billion in farm gate value. Over 60% of Ontario’s greenhouses can be found in the Leamington/ Kingsville area. In fact, the area’s greenhouse acreage is larger than the entire U.S. greenhouse industry combined, making it home to the largest concentration of greenhouses in North America with nearly 2000 acres “under cover”. The majority of crops grown are destined for markets in the United States. Principal crops include tomatoes, seedless cucumbers and peppers. Floriculture, including potted plants, bedding plants and roses, is also an important part of Leamington’s greenhouse economy. Known as the “Tomato Capital of Canada”, Leamington’s fertile soils sustain a variety of agricultural crops for fresh markets and processing. A supportive business environment has influenced the establishment of numerous industries related to Leamington’s fast growing and profitable agri-business and greenhouse sector.
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(NC) Your community is where you live, work and play. It gives you comfort and stability, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make changes for the better. Support local Whether it’s buying your groceries at farmers’ markets, checking out the plays and the work of local artists or shopping and dining at small businesses, use your dollars to show your neighbours that they matter. Volunteer This can be a meaningful way of getting more involved while also giving back. Find something you’re passionate about and donate whatever time you can. Your local library, retirement home or animal shelter are all great places that need your help. Organize an event Think about where your community could use some help, and then plan an activity that could make a difference. If people are feeling a bit down after a long winter, a community picnic in the spring could help cheer everyone up. If a treasured historical building needs repairs, a fundraiser could help restore and preserve it.
Plan a clean-up Kids and adults alike can take pride in tidying up a local park or green space in prep-
aration for warmer weather. Make this activity fun by playing music and having local restaurants donate
food and drinks for participants. Find more information at www.statcan. gc.ca/census
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INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Cut strawberries into halves or quarters, depending on size. 2. In bowl, sprinkle berries with sugar, and liqueur if desired, toss gently and set aside. 3. Cut cake into cubes. 4. In 8-cup (2 L) glass serving bowl, layer onethird of cake cubes, one-third of the berries and one-third of the yogurt. 5. Repeat layers twice, saving some berries for garnish. 6. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 6 hours (not overnight). 7. Garnish with reserved berries. • • • •
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Small businesses are the economic engine of our prosperity, providing important jobs and livelihoods for the people of Ontario in communities large and small. Small businesses employ over 3 million Ontarians and represent around 30% of Ontario’s GDP. When you shop at your local small business, you are supporting your community and the local economy.
– Jason Chang
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Explore your local amenities, you’ll be glad you did A day trip along the south shore of Essex County can provide quite a variety of experiences. From the far west near Holiday Beach to Wheatley in the east, all of that area in between is filled with pleasant surprises. Of course, regardless of the route you take from one end to the other, you’ll encounter a great number of roadside stands, many teeming
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Kingsville offers it all! Breweries, coffee, chocolatiers, clothing boutiques, wineries, locally grown produce, gift shops, home decor and specialty stores. If you need a break from shopping enjoy any one of our spectacular restaurant choices. Ask our local store owners for a recommendation and they are happy to guide you to a delicious meal. If you aren’t ready for a meal, take some time for yourself at the Kingsville Golf Course or one of our local spas or services for some pampering. There is no need to rush in and out of town in a day, spend a night or two. Kingsville offers a host of accommodations that include bed and breakfasts and inns, a motel and a boutique hotel. When we support local businesses we are able to continue to grow our vibrant and bustling town. Lakeside Park is just one of our pretty green spaces to enjoy when taking a break from the exploration of the town. Check out the Carnegie Arts & Visitor Centre to find recommendations of things to see and do while admiring the work of local artists. Please visit us in Kingsville. We look forward to greeting you and helping you enjoy your time in the community that we take such pride in. - Christina Bedal, BIA Coordinator
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INGREDIENTS: • 1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil • 1 Ontario Leek, white and pale green parts only, thinly sliced crosswise • 2 cups (500 mL) small Ontario Broccoli or Cauliflower florets • 1/2 cup (125 mL) each diced Ontario Zucchini and Ontario Sweet Red Pepper • 8 Ontario Eggs • 3/4 cup (175 mL) shredded Ontario Cheddar or Swiss Cheese • 1/2 cup (125 mL) diced Ontario Ham • 2 tsp (10 mL) grainy Dijon mustard • 3 dashes hot sauce • Salt and pepper INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Heat 10-inch (25 cm) cast-iron or nonstick oven proof skillet on medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat. Add leek, broccoli, zucchini and red pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. 2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together eggs, cheese, ham, mustard, hot sauce, 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt and 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper. Add to skillet and tilt to distribute evenly; gently press down on vegetables to cover with egg mixture. Cook for 1 minute or until edge is slightly set. 3. Transfer skillet to 350°F (180°C) oven; bake for 25 minutes or until puffed, and eggs are set. Let stand for 5 minutes; cut into wedges. Tips: No leeks? Use 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped Ontario Onions or Shallots. For variety, use a combination of broccoli and cauliflower florets. 1 Serving (When Recipe Serves 6): • Protein: 16 grams • Fat: 15 grams • Carbohydrate: 5 grams • Calories: 220 • Fibre: 1 gram • Sodium: 420 mg Recipe provided by: Foodland Ontario
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At Libro, we have a purpose far beyond profit. This is not just a program we run, it is an attitude we take in everything we do. We help our Owners (those who bank with us) achieve their goals, we support local businesses to create a thriving local economy and we contribute to strong and prosperous communities. This is why Libro exists. Experience the Libro difference today! Leamington Branch 141 Erie St. S 519-326-8641 libro.ca
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Why Buy Local? There are many reasons why buying local makes sense. There is also significant peace of mind in knowing where our food comes from. You get quality and taste Why eat a tomato that’s traveled for days on a truck? Fully ripened and bursting with flavour, your local tomato can be on your dinner plate the same day it was picked. Fresh food often contains fewer preservatives (essential for food traveling long distances), providing you with a more natural, wholesome product. Quality local food isn’t just about produce. There’s a wide variety of great tasting food including eggs, milk, cheese, meat, honey, preserves, grains and wine waiting for you to discover. You help our local economy When you buy from local farmers and producers, you are supporting local businesses and providing income for families in our community. In a time when many farmers and businesses are struggling to maintain their livelihood, we can do our part to support them while preserving our rural heritage. Many Windsor and Essex County businesses are supporting the “Grown Right Here” campaign, so look for the “Grown Right Here” brand to help you find local food. You get safety assurance How much do you know about your food? Farmers and producers in Windsor and Essex County take pride in high quality food that’s safe for you and your family. One of the biggest benefits to buying food locally is having someone to answer your questions about how it was grown and raised. You help the environment By reducing the distance food travels, we can reduce carbon emissions and leave a smaller ecological footprint. When we support local food systems, we ultimately make a positive impact on the environment— cleaner air and water, and farmland that’s preserved for future generations.
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You experience agriculture up close By visiting local farmers markets and farm stands with friends and family, you can experience the countryside and the simple pleasures it has to offer. Many farms offer the opportunity to pick your fruits and vegetables. With little effort you can freeze local product and enjoy it all year round. - Windsor-Essex Economic Development Corporation
A letter from the Chamber
In 2018, the Leamington District Chamber of Commerce will be entering its 82nd year of operations. Our mission statement states that we are a community organization dedicated to being a visible and pro-active voice for the business, tourism and the promotion of the district. We welcome you to the evolution of a community filled with progress and continuous development. We proudly serve our communities to build a solid foundation of thriving businesses which makes us strong and vibrant! We are located on the 42nd parallel. Because of ideal location, we are home to one of the largest agricultural areas with surrounding land that is rated as one of the best wine producing regions in the province. We are the gateway to Point Pelee National Park. Our area is an affordable community with great weather, mild winters and eventful summers. With a community hospital, excellent schools and a broad range of municipal services, the community has all the critical factors needed when deciding where to start a business or raise a happy family. Finally, what would a town be without people? Our area has a mosaic of culture outside of Toronto, with one of the largest diverse culture heritages.
– Wendy Parsons General Manager, Leamington & District Chamber of Commerce
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WORD JUMBLE
1.
What local village was once known as Pegtown?
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What famous athlete was a close personal friend of Jack Miner?
3.
This popular restaurant was located up on the ridge between Ruthven and Leamington and had a famous smorgasbord.
4.
The village of Wheatley is part of what municipality?
5.
In 1889, the Mettawas Hotel was opened in Kingsville by this famous whiskey maker.
6.
When Heinz opened its Leamington plant in 1909, these two products were the only products being processed.
7.
This popular Wheatley restaurant operated for years near the Wheatley Harbour.
8.
Who was Leamington’s first and only female mayor to date?
9.
This plant was once the most harvested in this area, before the tomato became king.
10.
The only lizard native to Ontario can be seen occasionally at Point Pelee. Can you name it?
11.
What is the main ingredient in Neopolitan sauce?
12.
This popular Lake Erie sport fish is the largest member of the perch family.
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Wheatley, Blytheswood and Leamington all had teams in the old South Essex Hockey League. Do you remember the team nicknames?
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With the help of W.E. Saunders and Jack Miner, this local historical event happened on May 29, 1918.
15.
What former townships were neighbours to the east and west of Mersea?
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In North America, people used to grow tomatoes because they were pretty, not because they wanted to eat them. It wasn’t until the 1900s that tomatoes started to become popular in cooking.
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For this soon-to-be septuagenarian, his story is much like that of many hardworking local business owners in the community. After calling it quits on farming in the Olinda area, Peter was looking for a new career and as luck would have it, Ron Vermeiren was looking for a painter to expand his business into the Windsor area. Two and a half years later, Peter decided to go out on his own. Armed with a $100 station wagon, two ladders and the knowledge and advice bestowed upon him by local painters Earl Hickey and Bill Bryon, Peter set out into the world of selfemployment. In 1986, while employing 12 painters, he begrudgingly opened his 200 square foot paint store, ‘Color Your World’, which was managed by Barb Campbell. “I didn’t want any more headaches,” he laughed. Despite his initial hesitation, Peter has continued to grow and diversify his home decorating centre, with three employees now staffing the 3,000 square foot business — with his daughter Cari Milec Ball heading up the window treatment centre and his son Chad is in charge of his painting crew. “Customer service is number one,” he said. “And my staff has the expertise when it comes to home decorating.” “They’re professional, experienced, loyal, knowledgeable and friendly,” he boasted. And with the extensive inventory and variety of stock items Peter carries, it takes a special eye and a wealth of knowledge to assist his
customers. In addition to his paints, stains and varnishes, including Canadian brand Sico, as well as Dulux, Sikkens and PPG brands, Peter also has an incredible selection of wallpaper, virtually every painting accessory available, home décor, wall art and window treatments. For Peter, it’s his love of people and his gift and knowledge for the painting business that has led to his longevity in the ever-changing business of home decorating. Peter credits the HGTV television shows for creating a whole new generation of do-ityourselfers — and admits he and wife Diane are avid viewers themselves. With this trend in home renovations taking over, Peter said it’s extremely important to have knowledgeable people to turn to, to avert a disaster. Peter prides himself, and his staff, on knowing what types of paint, stain or varnish to recommend to his customers who are tackling do-it-yourself projects. “It is especially rewarding to see a customer return with pictures, anxious to show you the results,” he said. The transformation of a house to a showplace, or to see the reaction on a homeowner’s face when they enter their newly decorated home, is reward in itself for Peter. While Peter and his staff continue on their quest to ‘paint the town’, he said that wouldn’t be possible without his loyal customers, both the painting contractors and the do-it-yourselfers. Peter Milec’s Decorating Centre is located at 120 Erie St. N., Leamington.